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9oouniation Of Community Assistance Lead rship
Time Frame: July 1, 2004 thru September 30, 2004 (Summer Program)
Objectives: This quarter will work on computer skills (comprehension, Internet, etc.), typing
speed (for ages 11 to 18), community participation. During the summer we will work more in a
group setting and include more hours of athletics because the program is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each
child is encouraged to bring in workbooks, or textbooks of various subjects.
The Internet is part of the day to day learning curriculum to assist each child to improve on their
ability to use the Internet for research or to access information. The strategies for this program are:
strengthening youth bonds by providing opportunities, skills and rewards; reduce risk factors in a way
that strengthens positive factors; enforce clear and consistent standards for behavior, and teach
children the skills they need to be able to follow clear standards. At least one activity of an interactive
nature (recreational, educational or social) designed to promote socialization and maintain
identification with peer groups on a daily basis either by FOCAL and the Parks Department.
Our goal is to assist each participant in improving their scholastic performances and skills by
providing the necessary tools and support in conjunction with their famiol and teachers. We believe
that knowledge and achievement are the best deterrent to crime. The program wi11 reduce
involvement in crime by increasing participants' academic abilities, self esteem, and opportunities
for success, positive role models, self expression, personal growth and, values clarification. Our
overall goal is to help at risk youth improve their academic and life skills Our vision is to maximize
resources by allowing the community to have access to tutors, computers and services that are not
otherwise available in a comfortable familiar environment. We provide the academic support and
motivation that many of the participants do not receive at home.
OFFICE (305) 756-6762 • (305) 343-5666 • FAX (305) 754-6058
P.O. BOX 370036 MIAM.I, FLORIDA 33137-0036