COMMUNITY

The area where the program is located (i.e., the neighborhood, city, town, or county). The term may also refer to a group of people who are defined by and/or share a common culture, values, norms, language, race, religion, ethnicity, age, occupation, political status, tribal affiliation, interest in particular problems or outcomes, or other common bonds. Often, many smaller communities coexist within a city or town.		  
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  PHILOSOPHY

The theoretical framework that describes and explains the program's approach to service. It may describe the type of environment and experiences that the program hopes to create, and will likely explain how the program intends to promote the healthy development of children and youth.		  
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  PLANNING

The process of specifying objectives, evaluating the means for their achievement, and exercising deliberate decision making about appropriate courses of action.		  
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  EVALUATION

The review and assessment of program activities, services, and operations.		  
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  PRACTICE

Established actions or ways of proceeding in the regular performance of program duties. Policies and procedures often guide practice.		  
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ASP-PS 1: Program Mission and Philosophy

 
The program’s mission and philosophy are responsive to the needs and aspirations of the community and guide program administration, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
related ASP-AM 2,  ASP-AM 9

ASP-PS 1.01

 
A written mission statement is responsive to the needs and aspirations of the community, and sets forth the program’s goals.

ASP-PS 1.02

 

The program is guided by a philosophy that:

  1. sets forth a logical approach for how program activities and interactions will meet the needs of children and youth; and
  2. guides the development and implementation of program activities based on program goals and best practices.
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PURPOSE: Children and youth who participate in After School Programs gain the personal and social abilities and attitudes needed to form positive identities, boost self-esteem, build skills, navigate challenging situations, avoid negative behaviors, assume leadership roles, embrace diversity, and establish healthy connections with others in the community.
 
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