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Volunteer willing to Teach Dance Class especially needed!! Program operates: Monday-Friday, 2:30-6pm (Choose your hours) Contact Tom Serafin to discuss specific volunteer opportunities. The In order to combat violence, resist the temptation of joining criminal street gangs, and encourage youths to stay in school, the Santa Ana Police Department in conjunction with the At risk students experience a myriad of difficulties, which impede their learning: lack of resources, lack of support, lack of language fluency, etc. At an early age, they find it difficult if not impossible to perform at grade level. Every year they continue to fall further and further behind. The lack of success leads to low self-esteem, self-worth, and the belief that no one cares. Often they are drawn to individuals who share similar ideas, values, and beliefs. To gain recognition or peer acceptance, they may engage in inappropriate or illegal behavior. These individuals are prime candidates for joining a criminal street gang. The goal is to break this cycle with early recognition and intervention. A resource “Drop In Center”, staffed by Police Activity Athletic employees and volunteers, would provide students with a safe haven. Tutoring, in conjunction with computer access, reference and educational materials, help youths to be successful in school. Peer support groups offer youths someone to talk to about problems they may be facing. Sports and recreational programs teach youths the importance of teamwork, discipline, maturity, and good citizenship. Police officers coaching and mentoring demonstrate to youths that officers are truly interested in their development and well-being. Tutoring Program The goal of the Santa Ana Police Athletics and Activities League After School Homework and Tutoring Program is to make learning enjoyable while helping students acquire the skills necessary to be successful in school. The program will offer after school homework help as well as one-on-one tutoring Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Additionally, students will have access to computers to assist them in conducting research for their educational projects. SAPAAL will focus its efforts on at risk students. At risk students experience a myriad of difficulties, which impede their learning: lack of resources, lack of support, and lack of language fluency. At an early age, they find it difficult if not impossible to perform at grade level The combination of early recognition, tutoring, and access to educational resources will help break this cycle. Students who experience success in the classroom are much less likely to become gang members, commit crimes, or condone unacceptable conduct. Use your own interests and strengths to help combat gang violence!! When you contact the director of the program, he will want to know what your strengths and interests are. What are you interested in sharing with the children? Are you interested in sports and health education? Are you good at dance or art? Do you want to focus on helping the children improve in academics. Think about what kind of contribution you want to make to this program. To become a volunteer, contact: Tom Serafin This program is sponsored by: |
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