Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center

Generally, on-site programming will follow all COVID-19 safety measures which are implemented during day school. However, in some instances, after school safety measures may be more stringent.

The Walton County School District, in cooperation with its advisory board The Partnership for Families, Children and Youth, provides the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center program at four schools (CMS/HES/MES/WGES), grades K-8 in the district. The programs operate outside of school hours for at least 12 hours weekly. The Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC programs provide a high-quality after school program that responds to the identified needs of students and their families, specifically addressing academic under-achievement, limited cultural experiences, and low attendance rates in a positive and safe environment that empowers students to grown socially, emotionally, and academically. 

The program aligns with the regular day curriculum and utilizes community partners to ensure all resources are in place. The goals are to: (1) increase academic performance through engaging academic activities; (2) foster whole child development through high-quality enrichment and support activities; and (3) increase family engagement and student success through adult literacy education and family focused events. 

Goals are measured through Georgia Milestones End of Grade scores, classroom grades, homework completion, class participation, behavior reports and student/teacher/parent survey data. 

Staff Development Provided

• Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Program Goals and Expectations
• Positive Behavior Management Strategies
• Georgia After School Youth Development Standards (ASYD)
• School Emergency Procedures
• Ethics, Sexual Harassment, First Aid, Child Abuse, McKinney-Vento
• Writing Effective Lesson Plans
• Georgia Standards of Excellence

Parent Events

A variety of parent events will be provided at each site. Topics will focus on curriculum, student showcase events with the integration of literacy and math components and college and career workforce events for parents. Please check with the site coordinator at your child’s location for specific activities, dates, and times. 

Advisory Board

The Partnership for Families, Children and Youth serves as the advisory board for our program. All meetings are held at the WCSD BOE Annex at 8:00am on the second Tuesday of the month. 

2024-2025 Tentative Meeting Dates

• August 13, 2024
• September 10, 2024
• October 8, 2024
• November 12, 2024
• January 14, 2025
• February 11, 2025
• March 11, 2025
• April 8, 2025
• May 13, 2025
• June 10, 2025

*Dates are subject to change
*No meeting in December or July