School’s out for summer, but for Camp AYS kids, the learning never stops. Take what’s happening at School #84 in Indianapolis, for example. As part of their summer camp experience, the kids at 84 have been benefitting from a tremendous partnership we have with Arts for Learning, the Indiana affiliate of Young Audiences, Inc. Through its ArtForce apprenticeship program, Arts for Learning … [Read more...] about ArtForce at Camp AYS at School 84
Out-of-School Time is Also Crucial to Kids’ Success
by Chrystal Struben, President & CEO, AYS, Inc. I recently read a story in the Indianapolis Star that caught my attention. It was about mayoral candidate Joe Hogsett’s plan to improve education in Indianapolis “as a way to address rising concerns over public safety.” At AYS, central Indiana’s premier provider of before- and after-school programs for kids, we see value in Mr. Hogsett’s … [Read more...] about Out-of-School Time is Also Crucial to Kids’ Success
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…