Lead director says after‑school program serving ~40–50 kids seeks continuation grant

Marcy Pratt, introduced at the April 8 meeting as the lead director of the district’s after‑school program, updated the board on program operations and a pending continuation grant application.

Pratt said the program averages about 40–45 children per day and peaks to roughly 50 on Wednesdays. The program is in its fifth grant year and has applied for a continuation grant that, if approved, would fund years six through ten. "We average about 40 to 45 kids a day," Pratt said, and added that she expects to hear about the grant award soon.

She described staffing as three staff members plus the director, with grade‑level staff assignments (kindergarten–first, second–third, fourth–sixth). Pratt confirmed a planned summer program (June 3–28, 8 a.m.–noon Monday–Friday) and said last year’s daily summer average rose from the high‑20s to about 42, indicating growth. The program provides breakfast and lunch and takes participants to the pool on Fridays when weather permits.

Pratt asked for continued board support and noted she will share registration and logistical information ahead of the summer session if the grant continuation is approved.