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
Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Matt Cepican
Who: Matt Cepican, Program Director at Blue and Gold Academies Years of Experience: 7 years with AYS Favorite Color: Teal Favorite Seasons: Spring and fall. Favorite Ice Cream: Chocolate chip cookie dough. Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of working with AYS? A: For me, the most rewarding aspect of AYS is helping the kids succeed. Not just in school, but a multitude … [Read more...] about Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Matt Cepican
Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Sue Turner
Who: Sue Turner, Program Director at Crooked Creek Years of Experience: 22 years with AYS Favorite Color: Purple Favorite Season: Loves all the seasons for different reasons. “I love the change each one brings.” Favorite Ice Cream: Lemon ice cream, especially lemon custard Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of working with AYS? A: I think there is continuity here. … [Read more...] about Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week – Sue Turner
United Way Hand Raisers
Raise your hand if you or someone you know has benefited from the hard work and generosity of the United Way of Central Indiana! Not sure? Well, it’s very likely you do know someone, because UWCI has been fighting for the education, financial stability and basic needs of our community for an amazing 100 years now. This year, they’re celebrating their 100th anniversary of serving … [Read more...] about United Way Hand Raisers
A Different Perspective: Part II
Hey, everyone! Jimmy Lafakis here again. I am approaching the end of my internship at AYS. Recently, I’ve traveled across central Indiana to observe several AYS camps during spring breaks. I have had a lot of fun on my travels, and wanted to share some of my thoughts with you. Each school brings a different adventure. I love seeing how different programs operate and what they do. At Valley … [Read more...] about A Different Perspective: Part II