The arrival of the month of May means many things. The beginning of summer, the end of the school year, and if you’re a racing fan, the Indianapolis 500. In celebration of The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,The 500 Festival Foundation is generously supporting AYS with a grant that has been implemented to create AYS Racers Week. According to their website, The 500 Festival is a “nonprofit … [Read more...] about AYS Racers
Using Your Voice
Before last month, I had been to Washington, DC, twice. The first time was in the early 90s, and I was traveling with a group of Purdue students during the heat of the Persian Gulf War. The other time, I was in our nation’s Capital for a women’s health conference. Neither of these visits involved meetings with lawmakers and both were at very different points in my life – one as a college student … [Read more...] about Using Your Voice
Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Marchee Davis
Who: Marchee Davis, Program Director at Cold Spring School and Lew Wallace School 107 Years of Experience: 3.5 months with AYS Favorite Color: Red. It’s the color my eyes are most attracted to. Favorite Seasons: Spring. The changes in seasons are interesting to see. Favorite Ice Cream: Vanilla. Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of working with AYS? A: Interacting with … [Read more...] about Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Marchee Davis
Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Peggy Jo Bane
Who: Peggy Jo Bane, Program Director at Northridge Middle School Years of Experience: 6.5 years with AYS Favorite Color: Purple Favorite Season: Summer because of swimming and sun. Favorite Ice Cream: Chocolate. Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of working with AYS? A: Seeing the kids have so much fun. That just brings joy to me. And the idea that I see them reaching … [Read more...] about Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Peggy Jo Bane
Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Marcus Jackson
Who: Marcus Jackson, Program Director at Phalen Leadership Academy Years of Experience: 10 years with AYS Favorite Color: Blue. It’s a peaceful color. Favorite Season: Summer. It’s the warmest of them all. Favorite Ice Cream: Cookies and cream. Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of working with AYS? A: Working with kids. Just knowing that they remember you for the rest … [Read more...] about Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Marcus Jackson