NEBRASKA 21st Century Community Learning Centers WHO WE ARE
WHO WE SERVED IN 2013-14
21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) are authorized under Title IV, Part B of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The Nebraska Department of Education administers this federally funded, competitive grant program to establish and support quality expanded learning opportunities when students are not in school (afterschool, summer, and days when school is not in session). *Quality expanded learning principles include the following: » » » » » » » »
School-community partnerships and resource sharing Engaged learning Family engagement Intentional programming aligned with the school day program Diverse, prepared staff including certificated educators Participation and access Safety, health, and wellness Ongoing assessment and improvement
*Excerpt from the Policy for Expanded Learning Opportunities adopted by the Nebraska State Board of Education on September 6, 2013.
The three overarching goals of the 21st CCLC program are:
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IMPROVE STUDENT LEARNING PERFORMANCE IN ONE OR MORE ACADEMIC AREAS.
INCREASE STUDENT SOCIAL BENEFITS AND BEHAVIORAL CHANGES.
INCREASE FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN SUPPORTING STUDENTS’ EDUCATION.
WHAT WE DO
A total student population of
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100 sites in over
25 communities with an approx. budget of
$5.5 million
59% or 10,073
Attended 30 days or more
75% Eligible for free or reduced lunch
Improve the quality of a broad array of services and activities to meet students’ developmental and academic needs including: alignment to the school day, homework help and tutoring, physical activity, the arts, community service, choices for hands-on learning activities, positive youth development, and leadership.
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English Language Learners
19%
Verified for Special Education
For more information, please visit: www.education.ne.gov/21stCCLC
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21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) are authorized under Title IV, Part B of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The Nebraska Department of Education administers this federally funded, competitive grant program to establish and support quality expanded learning opportunities when students are not in school (afterschool, summer, and days when school is not in session). www.education.ne.gov/21stcclc/
Nebraska State Board of Education Approves a Policy for Expanded Learning Opportunities September 6, 2013 Policy for Expanded Learning Opportunities The Nebraska State Board of Education believes that in order to help prepare future generations of Nebraska youth for success in life, Nebraska’s schools, families and communities must work together to provide multiple opportunities for healthy growth, development and academic success. The Nebraska State Board of Education recognizes that the traditional school calendar does not fit all students’ needs. The typical school day may not provide adequate time for students needing additional educational and enrichment opportunities in order to experience academic success; particularly students who are limited English proficient, live in poverty, or those who may start the school year learning below their grade level. Quality Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) programs build on, support, and enhance learning during times when students are not in school (before and after school, weekends, and summer) are, therefore, a critical component of Nebraska’s educational landscape and one that should be intentionally supported and developed in communities across our state. Quality expanded learning principles include the following: •School-community partnerships and resource sharing •Engaged learning •Family engagement •Intentional programming aligned with the school day program •Diverse, prepared staff including certificated educators •Participation and access •Safety, health, and wellness •Ongoing assessment and improvement Elements adapted from Afterschool Alliance http://www.afterschoolalliance.org The Board, therefore, encourages Nebraska school district partnerships with community stakeholders to adopt a vision for quality expanded learning opportunities. Board Action History ▪ Policy statement adopted by the State Board 9/6/2013
NEBRASKA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION Bylaw and Policy Reference Manual 9/6/2013