THE ARK FOUNDATION

• Holistic - We go beyond academics by also focusing on parental engagement and teen enrichment workshops. 
• We offer One-on-One and small group tutoring.
• S.T.E.M
• Critical Thinking
• Paper/Pencil Activities
• Fun and Safe Learning Environment - We provide an environment that makes learning fun and enjoyable.

                                          How Are We Different?

 The ARK offers: 

• Counseling (Individual & Group Sessions) 
• Advocacy for Students within School and Community Systems 
• Tutoring and Peer Coaching 
• Mentoring 
• Personal Enrichment Opportunities 
• College and Career Inventory Planning
• Financial Aid Resource Searches and Portfolio and Resume' Development

                                    We serve the whole student 

                                                  OUR PASSION

• Creating educational & enrichment opportunities for our             students & families to motive them towards their life goals and returning to "pay it forward" .

I was listening to 88.7 The Bridge one day, and wanted to share some very sensible,  timely information that the commentator offered to parents. 

As a way to further involve yourself in your child’s life, try these three things: 

1.  When you pick up your child from school each day, or when they arrive home from school, ask them how their day was.  Listen to their response and an entire conversation may develop. 

2. Ask your student if there was one thing they could change about their day or their school, what would that be. 

3.  Ask your student if there is any way you can be of help in making those changes. 

I added: 

4. Engage your student in a discussion of the most recent book they have read.

5. If they have not engaged in reading for pleasure in a while, suggest some age-appropriate books they can pick up from their local library.    6. Have the discussion once the book is finished. 

These are great conversation starters to increase involvement in students’ everyday lives.  The competition for your child’s attention is fierce: technology being at the forefront.  We have to get their attention back and help them to refocus on what is important.

                The ARK Staff and Volunteers are Here to Help!