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After School
Programing

With caring staff, intentional programming, and strong community partnerships, we create safe, supportive spaces where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while dreaming big about the future ahead.

After School
Programming

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Express Interest

Interested in our after-school programs? Connect with our team to find out more about eligible locations and schedules.

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Southern Star Community Hub

(Supported by the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Commission)

  • Capacity: Free after-school program serving up to 40 students

  • Free Transportation: Provided for participating students

  • Core Offerings: Social skills development, literacy support, and career pathways exploration

  • Family Engagement: Monthly Family Night events

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Jacob Elementary Program Details

(Supported by the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Commission)

  • Capacity: Free after-school program serving 40 students (Grades K–2 & 3–5)

  • Dedicated Staff: Includes 1 embedded in-school literacy tutor

  • Core Offerings: Literacy, social skills development, and career pathways exploration

  • Family Engagement: Monthly Family Engagement Nights

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Kerrick Elementary Program Details

(Supported by Shirley’s Way)

  • Capacity: Free after-school program serving 27 students.

  • Dedicated Staff: Includes 1 embedded literacy tutor and 1 math tutor.

  • Core Offerings:

  • Social Skills Development

  • Literacy & Math Support

  • Career Pathways Exploration

  • Family Engagement: Once-per-month Family Night events.

  • Incentives & Quality: 95% proficiency target with active participation incentives for kids, staff, and families.

Southern Star

Funding: Provided by the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Commission.

Jacob Elementary 

Funding: Provided by the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Commission.

Kerrick Elementary

Funding:

Provided by Shirley’s Way.

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