Why are After-School Programs important?
Did you know…
5-7 million American children are left alone each day after school.
In the hours after the school bell rings (3-8pm) juvenile crime doubles.
Young adults have a four time greater risk of being a victim of violent crime between 3-8pm.
Students who spend no time in extra curricular activities are:
-49% more likely to use drugs
-37% more likely to become teen parents
-57% more likely to drop out of high school
Sources: Fight Crime: Invest in Kids 2000 & Adolescent Time Use, Risky Behavior and Outcomes: 1995
Laura Leonard Program Manager EDGE After School Central Junior High School Lawrence, KS (785) 330.4817
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