Josh Peterson, Director, of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties, presented members with an outstanding program today regarding this even more outstanding facility and place for kids to grow and learn.
With 100 currently enrolled members, about 70 attend the program on a daily basis. The club is open from 3:30pm to 6:30pm, Mondays through Fridays; with a Summer Camp available as well.
To achieve their mission of empowering all young people, especially those who need the club most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens: Students are encouraged to stay in school and on track to graduate; they are taught to eat healthy and to stay active through fun activities; and they are active in many community volunteer activities and many become leaders in their school and/or social circles.Students are offered over 25 programs in music, art, dance and technology that are not included in the public school offerings. Fees do apply, but no one has been turned away due to a lack of ability to pay.
Watch the kids in action in this very professionally produced video done at the downtown Kennewick club: Click Here.
