Lottery-Funded After-school Programs Increase
Nashville , TN- Governor Phil Bredesen announced today the addition of 10 after-school programs to the growing list of high-quality enrichment opportunities funded with excess lottery dollars. Tennessee ’s Lottery Education After-school Program (LEAP) has provided nearly $6.7 million for 88 new after-school programs for at-risk students across the state.
“Nearly one fourth of Tennessee ’s K-12 students care for themselves after school every day,” said Governor Bredesen. “Offering children learning opportunities after school goes one step further in enhancing their safety and well-being, now and in the future.”
Local school systems and community organizations may apply for the competitive awards. To be eligible, the proposed after-school program must:
• Serve students an average of 15 hours per week
• Develop or enhance reading and math or science skills
• Promote computer literacy and skill development
• Provide academic mentoring or tutorial assistance
• Include athletic or leisure opportunities
As educators, our mission is to fulfill the promise of a quality education for all children,” Education Commissioner Lana Seivers said. “After-school programs are another tool to help prepare Tennessee ’s children for a bright future.”
Grant Recipient | City | Grant Amount |
Boys to Men Mentoring Programs | Johnson City , TN | $97,200 |
Campbell County Board of Education | Jacksboro , TN | $132,030 |
Cannon County REACH Program | Woodbury , TN | $99,792 |
DeSTI, Deltas Serving Together, Inc. | Chattanooga , TN | $48,600 |
Greene County Schools: McDonald Elementary School | Greeneville , TN | $40,500 |
Jessie Mahan Center, Inc. | Memphis , TN | $20,250 |
Johnson City Schools: Hawks Academy | Johnson City , TN | $202,500 |
Johnson County Board of Education | Mountain City , TN | $97,200 |
St. Elmo/Alton Park Partners, Inc. | Chattanooga , TN | $28,350 |
Unicoi County Schools | Erwin , TN | $129,600 |
For more information on LEAP, visit www.tennessee.gov/education/learningsupport/afterschool/.