This week, as we are approaching Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday, our programs have been celebrating his legacy and accomplishments in many different ways. At our program at John Strange Elementary, the book club has learned to recite the “I have a Dream” speech. The school age kids will create posters that show unity and young people engaged and helping each other in the spirit of MLK. The kids … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Day at AYS
Our Inclement Weather Services – WFYI Interview
Listen to Chrystal Struben, our President/CEO, talk with Jill Ditmire about the services we can offer families during winter school closings and delays. For more information about our closings & delays procedures and how you can take advantage of our services, please click here. … [Read more...] about Our Inclement Weather Services – WFYI Interview
DIY New Year’s Wreaths
By Jenny Holden, AYS Volunteer It’s that time of year again. The holiday season is quickly coming to an end. Soon we will be ringing in the New Year, which means the kiddos have been home for a while and they’re probably starting to get cabin fever. It also means all the beautiful lights and holiday decorations we’ve enjoyed over the last month are on their way down. It’s bitter sweet for me to … [Read more...] about DIY New Year’s Wreaths
AYS’ New CEO – One Month In…
Dear AYS Families and Supporters, I’ve finished my first month as AYS’ new President/CEO and would like to take the time to officially introduce myself to you. I am Chrystal Struben, and I have been working in the non-profit sector for more than 15 years, with a focus on management, fundraising and marketing. I have dedicated my career and volunteer work to youth and family serving organizations, … [Read more...] about AYS’ New CEO – One Month In…
Spot, Stop and Speak Up – Bullying Prevention at AYS
Do you know if your child has ever been bullied at school? Probably not. With the school year in full swing, students are managing the day-to-day routines of class work, homework and extracurricular activities. Still, many other children struggle to manage the additional stress of being bullied. Kids who bully others use their power—such as physical strength, access to embarrassing information, … [Read more...] about Spot, Stop and Speak Up – Bullying Prevention at AYS
