Welcome to the CHAMPS after-school program funded by 21st Century Community Learning Centers. We are members of Cohort 17.. 

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COHORT 17	                                                 		     2024-2027

Communities In Schools of Wake County is the local affiliate of a national organization. Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.. 

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Our vision We help schools remove the barriers that put students at risk of wasting their potential. Our mission We surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Our approach We provide individualized case management that tracks and increases student performance in attendance, behavior, and course work.

We believe that every student deserves: A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult A healthy start & a healthy future A chance to give back to peers & the community A marketable skill to use upon graduation. 

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A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult (mentors, volunteers, tutors) A safe place to learn & grow (in-school & after-school tutorial programs) A healthy start & a healthy future (proper nutrition & positive reinforcement) A chance to give back to peers & the community (community service opp.) A marketable skill to use upon graduation (professional & leadership dev.)

[Audio] Our program focuses on attendance, behavior, coursework success, college/career readiness and parent engagement or the A-B-C cubed plus p model. As a parent, you are an important part of our program.. 

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ACADEMIC CASE MGMT 
 +  ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT   = 
 SUCCESS IN SCHOOL & LIFE

[Audio] The purpose of the 21st Community Learning Center Grant Grant Program (21st C-C-L-C-) is to provide before and after-school, weekend, and/or summer school academic enrichment opportunities for children attending low-performing schools to help them meet local and state academic standards in subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science. In addition, programs may provide activities for youth development, drug and violence prevention, art, music, technology, character education, counseling, and recreation to enhance the program's academic components. The program also supports a component for family literacy and community outreach.. 

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Purposed to help students meet academic standards by supporting:  FREE Out-of-school time academic enrichment for students from low-performing schools Youth development & multi-disciplinary enrichment Family literacy & engagement

[Audio] Here’s the organization chart of all of roles and people that drive positive outcomes for our students.. 

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Senior Director Programs DeWand Hooper Education Specialist I (Math/ELA Certified) Lisa Hall Richard Jackson Isiah Campbell  Education Specialist II (Certified Educator) Griselda Jara  Tutor I  (Non-Certified Educator) Alyssa Argueta


 Education Specialist I (Math/ELA Certified) Kathleen Stolfi Precious Spaulding Valentina Ramirez


 Fiscal Officer Jennifer Guadino

East Millbrook MS CHAMPS Site Coordinator Christian Gray

Neuse River CHAMPS Site Coordinator David Castano

Education Specialist II (Certified Educator) Jhoi Ebron

Tutor I  (Non-Certified Educator)                      TBD

Tutor I (Non-Certified Educator Ta’Nautica Stevenson

Kentwood Learning Ctr CHAMPS Site Coordinator Cathy Thomas-Jones

Education Specialist I (Math/ELA Certified) Lakeisha Parker-Walton Marcus Tate Ivy McKennie

Cohort 17                       2024-2027

[Audio] All C-I-S Wake 21st C-C-L-C locations are listed above.. 

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Neuse River MS Site Coordinator: David Castano Phone: 571-486-0077  Email: dcastano@ciswake.org

East Millbrook Magnet MS Site Coordinator: Christian Gray Phone: / email: cgray@ciswake.org
 Kentwood Site Coordinator: Cathy Thomas-Jones Phone: 910-502-0351  Email: cthomas-jones@ciswake.org

[Audio] Our team of certified educators will assist your child with achieving their academic goals by assisting them with homework and missing assignments as well as engaging them in interactive small group instruction. Additionally, they will receive support in maintaining a strong mental health through social emotional learning activities. We also want to spark their interest in career and college options.. 

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Academic Impact Support Description Goal Frequency Course Success Homework
 Case Mgmt Homework & missing assignment support ES:  3 or better MS:  C or better Final Grades Subjects: Math & EL Daily Interactive Instruction
 On-line & small group, standards-aligned skill-building

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 Improve emotional well-being SEL Survey 2X/week College & Career
 Career & post-2nd opp. exposure
 As scheduled

[Audio] Here are additional program components.. CHAMPS PROGRAM COMPONENTS. 

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Academic Impact Support Description Goal Frequency Snack & Chat


 Daily Brain Break
 Short activities during transitions
 Daily Enrichment/ Student Choice
 Program Partners & student-led enrichment 

 Parent Engagement Sessions w/ parents Attendance Academics & SEL Strategies/ Resources Supporting academic needs  (i.e. literacy & ed dev)
 Annual

[Audio] Here’s an example of what a sample day could look like.. 

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 2:30-2:45 Arrival/Snack/Sign In/Brain Break Arrival/Snack/Sign In/Brain Break Arrival/Snack/Sign In/Brain Break Arrival/Snack/Sign In/Brain Break 2:55-3:55 Group 1:  Homework  Group 2:   Homework Group 1:  Homework  Group 2:   Homework Group 1:  Homework  Group 2:   Homework Group 1:  Homework  Group 2:   Homework 3:55-4:40 Group 1:  Interactive Skill Building  Group 2:   Homework Group 1:  Interactive Skill Building  Group 2:   Homework Group 1:  Interactive Skill Building  Group 2:   Homework Group 1:  Interactive Skill Building  Group 2:   Homework 4:40-5:20 *Enrichment/ Student Choice  *Enrichment/ Student Choice *Enrichment/ Student Choice *Enrichment/ Student Choice 5:20-5:30 Dismissal Dismissal Dismissal Dismissal

[Audio] In addition to our team, we connect with community partners to make sure that our students are enriched on all level. Here is a growing list of our partners, they range from Wake Tech to golfing with First Tee, to building their leadership skills with Appointed to Lead and more.. 

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Appointed To Lead Wake Tech First Tee NCSU Goodnight Scholars Raleigh Tennis Association Arts Together 4H/EFNEP Kind Kitchen Science Happens 4 Me

[Audio] Next, we’ll review some of our policies and procedures. CHAMPS staff or volunteers are not permitted to transport students. Our program will use an outside agency to transport students on program aligned trips. Parents will be required to provide written permission for students to be transported for field trips.. 

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CHAMPS staff and/or volunteers will neither be expected nor permitted to transport any students on behalf of the organization. 
 Transportation providers:  3rd party transportation providers or WCPSS for trips and/or transport home or emergency needs or situations.  
 Written permission for students to be transported for field trips and excursions required.

[Audio] Attendance is an important part of your student’s success as well as the success of the program. We recommend that students attend 2 to 3 times a week. Parents are required to share any anticipated absences or pick ups to the student in advance. Your child will become inactive after 8 consecutive absences or 4 unexcused absences without a note from their guardian.. 

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Recommended:   at least 2-3 days/week
 Attendance is taken at the beginning of each day 
 Share anticipated absences, tardiness, or early pick-ups
 Inactive status:   8 consecutive days  	               or  4 unexcused days w/o notice from guardian/parents Written notification from CIS Wake will communicate inactive status

[Audio] Students will receive a snack each day to eaten during their designated snack time. Parents are required to provide a list dietary restrictions. This will help our team make sure that we are making safe snack selections for everyone.. 

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Healthy snacks are provided each day.   Students w/dietary restrictions are encouraged to bring their snacks.  Parents are asked to list dietary restrictions & allergies on the student’s consent form. Students should not share their snacks w/others. Snacks can only be consumed during identified snack time.

[Audio] Parents, safety is 1st! Please stress the importance of arriving to and from CHAMPS afterschool in a timely manner. If it applies, we ask that parents pick their children up on time. If a student is picked up late 3 times, the staff will send written communication to their guardian. After 6 occurrences, the student will be dismissed from the program. In your registration packet, you will identify your preferred method of dismissal.. 

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Report directly to the CHAMPS location by start time Daily sign/check in  Staff will supervise students until all students depart
 Late pick-up at the end of program hours includes: A) written notification of 3rd occurrence.  B) written notification of dismissal from program after 6th occurrence Appeal:  Student can return after the PARENT + CHAMPS staff ID resolution Student dismissal:  Parents are required to complete the Student Dismissal form to identify their preferred method for student dismissal/pick-up from CHAMPS Early pick up:  Students should plan to stay the entire day to gain the maximum benefit

[Audio] We want everyone to enjoy their experience in CHAMPS afterschool. We will enforce the same rules that will apply during the school day. Also, students that are suspended during
academic day will not be able to attend CHAMPS until they can return to school.. 

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CHAMPS programming follows WCPSS behavior policies
 Progessive discipline: A)      verbal warning B)      contact home via phone or email C)      short-term suspension (1-4 days) D)      long-term suspension (4 or more days) E)      removal from program Suspension during academic day = Suspension during CHAMPS programming
 Appeals:  Students & their parents may submit appeals to Ms. DW Hooper, Senior Director, to maintain their attendance w/CHAMPS during school suspensions.

[Audio] Our next policies focus on emergency preparedness. In event of bad weather, we will follow the school district. If school’s closed, CHAMPS will close too. Also, in preparation for safety during the year, there will be monthly safety drills.. 

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Inclement weather/school closing & delays  School closed or delayed = CHAMPS programming closed In the case of inclement weather or fire, CHAMPS follows WCPSS                  evacuation or CIS Wake ICE plan and safety procedures Practice Drills are conducted during the year to ensure that staff, volunteers & students are prepared in the case of emergency

POLICIES & PROCEDURES:  EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

[Audio] Supervised access technology is an part of programming. Students will be asked to use their chromebook issued by their school.. 

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Supervised access to computers, applications, and the internet
 CHAMPS staff will notify parents of any software purchased for use in the program and make available information regarding the vendor’s policy about the collection of personal data.  
 Students are expected to use their assigned WCPSS device each day during programming. 
 Computers are available for programmatic usage.

[Audio] We also promote cyber-safety for students and our 21st C-C-L-C will adhere to each of these internet safety acts.. 

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INTERNET SAFETY:  CHAMPS program staff will discuss rules regarding safe and appropriate use of the internet and social media
 CHILDREN’S INTERNET PROTECTION ACT 2000 (CIPA) COMPLIANT The Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires filters on internet computers to retain federal funding and discounts for computers and computer access. The protection measures must block or filter internet access to pictures that are: (a) obscene; (b) child pornography; or (c) harmful to minors (for computers that are accessed by minors).   CHILDREN’S ONLINE PROTECTION ACT (COPPA) COMPLIANT The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, effective April 21, 2000, requires websites and online services to obtain parental consent before collecting personal information from children under 13.  It also mandates clear privacy policies, limits the use of collected data, and ensures the security of children’s information.

[Audio] As you will hear throughout this orientation, safety in important. CHAMPS afterschool programming has zero tolerance for for child abuse/misconduct. CHAMPS staff members are mandated reporters. So, if your child share something that may need additional investigation our team is required to report it the the proper authority. Students will engage in open, supervised spaces. If your child needs to have a sensitive conversation, the staff member notify another team member that they will meet with the child in an office with open or unlocked doors and uncovered window.. 

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ZERO tolerance for & prohibits sexual abuse, child abuse, or misconduct CHAMPS staff are mandated reporters Criminal background & national sex offender’s screening General interactions in open, available, supervised & public spaces Sensitive conversations: held in an office where the door should remain open (or unlocked) and observation windows remain uncovered after notifying another adult of meeting Acceptable physical interactions: pats on the upper back or shoulder, brief side hugs, handshakes, fist bumps, & high fives

[Audio] As a parent, your involvement is important to us. Your engagement begins with giving permission for your child to join the CHAMPS afterschool program. We will also partner with you to help your child set and meet goals. We will also provide program updates through Talking Points. You are also encouraged to volunteer and support programming.. 

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CHAMPS PARENTS will be expected to: Sign consent for students to participate in CIS Wake programming Partner with CHAMPS and the school for achievement of student goals as outlined in the student plan Participate in educational workshops, field trips, and  school conferences and meetings
 COMMUNICATION:  TALKING POINTS App for program updates Conferences w/students, & families about academic progress
 VOLUNTEERING:  Chaperones, Decision making, Support programming

POLICIES & PROCEDURES:  PARENT ENGAGEMENT

[Audio] Also, you will be invited to attend three workshops this year. The workshops are:
One Day away Keeps Understanding at Bay ”Attendance and its impact on student success. “Kid Thoughts” Review of students’ sead (Social Emotional and Academic Development) assessment scores and strategies to support student wellbeing.
“It’s Not Taught the Same” “Strategies to help your students with homework, literacy, and math skills.. 

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Parent Workshop Topics
 One Day AWAY Keeps Understanding at Bay - ”Attendance and its impact on student success.
 “Kid Thoughts” - Review of students’ SEAD (Social Emotional and Academic Development) assessment scores and strategies to support student wellbeing. “It’s NOT Taught the Same” - “Strategies to help your students with homework, literacy, and math skills.

An educational experience to help students grow academically, provide social development, & community engagement opportunities. Parental consent is required. Parents are encouraged to chaperone and support field trip opportunities.. 

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An educational experience to help students grow academically, provide social development, & community engagement opportunities. 
 Parental consent is required.  
 Parents are encouraged to chaperone and support field trip opportunities.

[Audio] Before you leave, we will collect the documents listed above. The Parent Playbook is your guide to the policies that are implemented in the program.. 

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PARENT CONSENT FORM PHOTO/IMAGE CONSENT DISMISSAL FORM FIELD TRIP CONSENT WCPSS PARENT RELEASE FORM PARENT PLAYBOOK

[Audio] If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach Mrs Shay Vega, your 21st C-C-L-C Program Director. Thank you for participating in the CHAMPS Afterschool Parent Orientation. We are looking forward to a great year of partnership with you and your child!. 

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CONTACT INFORMATION:
 MRS. SHAQUILLE VEGA 21st CCLC Program Director svega@ciswake.org

 www.ciswake.org



CHAMPS AFTER-SCHOOL
PARENT ORIENTATION

Our program focuses on attendance, behavior, coursework success, college/career readiness and parent engagement or the A-B-C cubed plus p model.  As a parent, you are an important part of our program.

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The purpose of the 21st Community Learning Center Grant Grant Program (21st C-C-L-C-) is to provide before and after-school, weekend, and/or summer school academic enrichment opportunities for children attending low-performing schools to help them meet local and state academic standards in subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science. In addition, programs may provide activities for youth development, drug and violence prevention, art, music, technology, character education, counseling, and recreation to enhance the program's academic components. The program also supports a component for family literacy and community outreach.

Here’s the organization chart of all of roles and people that drive positive outcomes for our students.

All C-I-S Wake 21st C-C-L-C locations are listed above.

 Neuse River MS Site Coordinator: David Castano Phone: 571-486-0077  Email: dcastano@ciswake.org




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 East Millbrook Magnet MS Site Coordinator: Christian Gray Phone: / email: cgray@ciswake.org
 Kentwood Site Coordinator: Cathy Thomas-Jones Phone: 910-502-0351  Email: cthomas-jones@ciswake.org


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Our team of certified educators will assist your child with achieving their academic goals by assisting them with homework and missing assignments as well as engaging them in interactive small group instruction.  Additionally, they will receive support in maintaining a strong mental health through social emotional learning activities.  We also want to spark their interest in career and college options.

Here’s an example of what a sample day could look like.

In addition to our team, we connect with community partners to make sure that our students are enriched on all level.  Here is a growing list of our partners, they range from Wake Tech to golfing with First Tee, to building their leadership skills with Appointed to Lead and more.

Next, we’ll review some of our policies and procedures.  CHAMPS staff or volunteers are not permitted to transport students.  Our program will use an outside agency to transport students on program aligned trips.  Parents will be required to provide written permission for students to be transported for field trips.

Attendance is an important part of your student’s success as well as the success of the program.  We recommend that students attend 2 to 3 times a week.  Parents are required to share any anticipated absences or pick ups to the student in advance.  Your child will become inactive after 8 consecutive absences or 4 unexcused absences without a note from their guardian.

Students will receive a snack each day to eaten during their designated snack time.   Parents are required to provide a list dietary restrictions.  This will help our team make sure that we are making safe snack selections for everyone.

Parents, safety is 1st!  Please stress the importance of arriving to and from CHAMPS afterschool in a timely manner.  If it applies, we ask that parents pick their children up on time.   If a student is picked up late 3 times, the staff will send written communication to their guardian.  After 6 occurrences, the student will be dismissed from the program.  In your registration packet, you will identify your preferred method of dismissal.

We want everyone to enjoy their experience in CHAMPS afterschool.  We will enforce the same rules that will apply during the school day.  Also, students that are suspended during
academic day will not be able to attend CHAMPS until they can return to school.

Our next policies focus on emergency preparedness.  In event of bad weather, we will follow the school district.  If school’s closed, CHAMPS will close too.  Also, in preparation for safety during the year, there will be monthly safety drills.

Supervised access technology is an part of programming.  Students will be asked to use their chromebook issued by their school.

We also promote cyber-safety for students and our 21st C-C-L-C will adhere to each of these internet safety acts.

As you will hear throughout this orientation, safety in important.  CHAMPS afterschool programming has zero tolerance for for child abuse/misconduct. CHAMPS staff members are mandated reporters.  So, if your child share something that may need additional investigation our team is required to report it the the proper authority.  Students will engage in open, supervised spaces.  If your child needs to have a sensitive conversation, the staff member notify another team member that they will meet with the child in an office with open or unlocked doors and uncovered window.

As a parent, your involvement is important to us. Your engagement begins with giving permission for your child to join the CHAMPS afterschool program.  We will also partner with you to help your child set and meet goals.  We will also provide program updates through Talking Points.  You are also encouraged to volunteer and support programming.

Also, you will be invited to attend three workshops this year.  The workshops are:
One Day away Keeps Understanding at Bay  ”Attendance and its impact on student success.
 
“Kid Thoughts”  Review of students’ sead (Social Emotional and Academic Development) assessment scores and strategies to support student wellbeing.
“It’s Not Taught the Same”  “Strategies to help your students with homework, literacy, and math skills.

Before you leave, we will collect the documents listed above.  The Parent Playbook is your guide to the policies that are implemented in the program.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach Mrs  Shay Vega, your 21st C-C-L-C Program Director.  Thank you for participating in the CHAMPS Afterschool Parent Orientation.  We are looking forward to a great year of partnership with you and your child!

 CONTACT INFORMATION:
 MRS. SHAQUILLE VEGA 21st CCLC Program Director svega@ciswake.org

 www.ciswake.org

CHAMPS AFTER-SCHOOL PARENT ORIENTATION