Measurements & Outcomes
Summary of Educational Outcomes
We continue to implement and expand our Five Pillars of Programming.
We see this holistic approach to youth development in action every week. The results are eye-opening!”
2024
EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT
Reading results for new students (over their first 16-week period): average improvement of 1.09 grade level
Reading results for returning students (by the end of year): average improvement of 1.45 grade levels
Summary of Educational Outcomes
Results are captured from assessments taken throughout the year.
2024
Results for new students
(over their first 16-week period)
Reading: avg. improvement of 0.93 grade level
Overall: avg. improvement of 0.97 grade level
Results for returning students
Reading: avg. improvement of 1.58 grade levels
Overall: avg. improvement of 1.63 grade levels
All students completed Junior Achievement financial literacy courses, including More than Money, Economics for Success, and Career Success.
Summary of Outdoor Adventure Program
2024
Kids
0
participated in
Outdoor Adventures!
0
including
Lake days
0
Other Outdoor Adventures
Rock Climbing
Aquatic Ecology
Nature Hikes
Swimming Lessons
Zip Lines
Waterfall Adventures
Fishing Trips
Ice Skating
Summary of Basic Needs Program
2024
We increased the number of families served from 35 to 40. We are thankful for partnerships with Watson Grove Baptist Church, Strong Tower Bible Church, and United Talent Agency to help these families.
Frequency
Deliveries made by staff and
volunteers every week
FOOD BOXES
For all of our youth and their families!
Food Portions
A week’s worth of food/groceries for an entire family!
Hygiene Products
To all students and families in need
Hot Meals
Served 5 days a week to youth in education program
Healthy Snacks
Provided every day during programming
Summary of key Wellness outcomes
2024
- New students learned how to define stressors and triggers, how to identify symptoms of stress, and learned various breathing exercises to practice during and after the group.
- Through group exercises students developed rapport with the counselor and each other leading to open discussion on stressors they experience at school, at home, and in their private lives. Topics included bullying, active shooters, and challenges with teachers.
- Students shared ways they cope within each area and openly sought direction from the counselor on how they can support each other. Students received practical information on ways to reframe and challenge their thoughts to manage their reactions.
- 58 youth participated in our counseling program!
- Provided 156 wellness days.
- Based on anecdotal evidence and personal observations, we witnessed students experiencing tremendous growth in mental and physical well-being throughout the year.