Brookwood Elementary Summer Program

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L.E.A.P. is Brookwood Elementary's Summer Program, coordinated by Tabitha Trimm Yost.  L.E.A.P. is offered to the students of Brookwood entering grades 1st-5th.  This summer 48 children participated in L.E.A.P.!!!!  The program reinforces academic skills learned in the previous school year through projects and theme-based activities.  It also teaches Life Skills such as organization, study skills and self-esteem.  Enrichment Activities including field trips and guest speakers are also used as different learning methods.  Progress reports are provided to keep the parents involved. Also, breakfast and lunch is provided!

Below are pictures and descriptions of some L.E.A.P. enrichment activities.

Admiring The University of Alabama's trophies and awards in swimming and diving

Checking out The University of Alabama's swimming practice pool

1st grade as they parade into Brookwood's Olympics

Tug of war, Bookwood Olympics

Disk throw, Brookwood Olympics

Brookwood 1st grader with TOP intern

Award ceremony, Brookwood Olympics

TOP's 13th Anniversary

"June 2012 brings us to the 13th anniversary of Tuscaloosa's One Place: A Family Resource Center.  People think of the month of June as the traditional month for weddings.  To me, a wedding signals the formal beginning of a long-term commitment meant to nurture human beings as they grow and develop.  Weddings provide a public forum whereby people promise to take care of each other.  Not only are children nurtured in the relationship, but the partners of a marriage nurture each other.  As such, June seems like the most appropriate month to celebrate another year of TOP's successes!  Like a good marriage, TOP exists to nurture families, children and their caregivers."

- Dr. Debra Nelson-Gardell, Board of Directors President

        Thirteen years ago this month Tuscaloosa's One Place opened it's doors to begin serving this community. Since this time we have grown leaps and bounds!  "Obviously with time has come lots of changes, but what has not changed is our mission: to strengthen families and the community"-Teresa Costanzo.  

        Tuscaloosa's One Place would like to send out a special thank you  to all who have contributed, we could not have accomplished all of our wonderful  achievements without your help.

"Small acts transform the world" - Howard Zinn

"Our positive work at TOP would not be possible without the help of thousands of dedicated volunteers who give of themselves each week.  We are also fortunate to have a host of community partners that help provide a seamless array of services designed to meet families' needs.  Obviously our community, state and nation face many challenges in the days ahead but by working together we can ensure that children's needs are being met and that we are helping prepare them to become our leaders of tomorrow.  TOP remains committed to providing quality services in our area and to continue to reach out to families who need support and encouragement.  On behalf of the staff and Board of Directors, we say THANKS for allowing us the opportunity to serve as

Together We ARE Making a Difference!

- Teresa Costanzo, Executive Director

  

Things to do with your child this summer!

School is out for the summer and the children are at home.  What now?  Here are a few resources with ideas on fun activities to do with your children.

http://www.childhood101.com/

75 Kid Activities

Fun for Children of all ages!

http://cuegly.blogspot.com/2011/09/75-kid-activities.html

And for our little ones!

http://counting-on-me.blogspot.com/2011/05/101-things-to-do-with-your-toddler.html