Andrew Standiford was the winner for overall Power Hour Points at the Simatovich Kidstop Site for the month of March. Pictured with Andrew is Linda Jefferson, Kidstop Staff.
Power Hour is a comprehensive homework help and tutoring program for Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County youth aged 6 to 18 years, providing members with the support, resources and guidance necessary to complete their homework – and start the school day with a sense of confidence and ability. As members complete homework assignments and bonus activities, they accumulate Power Points, which may be used to obtain Power Rewards – prizes, activities and incentives. In addition, Power Hour offers tutoring assistance for members who need additional work in special areas.
Power Hour offers a structured time and place for Club staff and volunteers to help members with an important aspect of the educational process – homework. Members emerge from the program better prepared for classes and proud of their hard work and accomplishments.
The philosophy underlying the Power Hour program is that the benefits of homework are threefold – academic, behavioral and social. By working on homework after school, members reinforce skills and concepts learned that day. Young people who consistently complete their homework develop a deeper understanding of the work, and are ready to move on to more challenging concepts. In addition, homework completion leads to long-term improvements in members’ grades and test scores.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County Kidstop program is a fun child care alternative, supervised by trained staff where children are given the opportunity to participate in creative play, recreational and gym activities, as well as working on age appropriate learning activities, homework help, and arts and crafts. Programs are open to all children in the community enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
The Boys & Girls Club of Porter County provides children ages 5 to 18 with quality programming as well as a full range of daily after school activities including homework help, games and enrichment activities that focuses on academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County offers an affordable annual membership of $25.00 ($20 at the Duneland Club) with Club sites located in Valparaiso, South Haven, Portage and Chesterton.
For more information on membership, volunteer opportunities or to make a tax deductible donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County, please contact your local Club or call (219) 464-7282 or visit www.bgcpocoorg.