THE CENTER A DROP-IN COMMUNITY LEARNING & RESOURCE CENTER INC
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Mission Statement
Our Mission: The Drop in Learning Center of New London fosters the academic and social development of children and promotes family engagement in the learning process.
About This Cause
The Center: A Drop in Community Learning and Resource Center (The Drop) celebrated its 50th year of providing programs to our community. This 50th year has been incredibly challenging. It is because of the generosity of our partners and people like you that The Drop continues to accept the challenge to serve the community and provide excellent programs for our children and youth. The summer enrichment program (Drop-In Camp) is an example of The Drop’s commitment to the challenge. Drop-In Camp allowed children and youth the opportunity to enjoy the summer while observing the new restriction of wearing masks and six feet social distancing. Drop-In Camp served children/youth 4-13 years old through the in-kind donations of Hygienic Art Center, Expressiones, St. Francis House Community Garden, Public Library of New London, New England Science Sailing (NESS), High Hopes Horse Sense Program, and Whalers helping Whalers. Currently, The Drop have two Hybrid School Support Supervised Care in response to COVID-19 offers support for out-of-school time that mirrors the hybrid school model and provides supervised care for families of working parents. Staff will oversee remote learning, provide homework assistance, and implement enriching play & break time for students. Post COVID_19 Pre-School Enrichment Program- The Pre-School program is essentially providing all-day care from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM for children ages 3-5 years old. Because each child is a unique individual, staff is sensitive to their social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs. The theme-based curriculum helps children prepare for kindergarten and concentrates on math concepts, letter and sound recognition, number recognition, fine motor skills, and socialization skills. Developmentally appropriate activities are provided to focus on the process of learning. Offering a variety of experiences fosters the love of learning at an early age. After School Enrichment Program - (It's where you go before you go home!) We provide a safe haven and appropriate supervision during out of school hours for working parents. The afterschool program is designed to provide homework support and diverse enrichment activities to help further develop students in grades Pre-K-8th as well rounded individuals. During the school year the enrichment program is offered Monday thru Friday from 2:45 PM to 5:30 PM and for extended program hours on half days at 12:30 PM, early release days at 1:45 PM, and school vacation weeks. When needs are identified and resources are available additional programming is offered on evenings and during the weekends. Summer Enrichment—For eight weeks during the summer The Center offers educational, cultural, recreational, and enrichment program services to grades Pre-K-8th on Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The summer program includes activities to bridge students learning from the spring to the fall school year and incorporates mathematical drills, science experiments/projects, reading and journaling, as well as recreational and cultural activities including physical fitness games and activities, arts and crafts, talent shows and field trips. Field trips are educationally based and consist of visits to museums, state parks, police stations, municipal offices, nature trails, zoos, fire stations and tie into the academic theme of the week. Teen Life/Teen Career Skills Program - During the school year the Teen Life/Teen Career Skills program is offered Monday through Friday, 2:30 to 5:00 PM. to pre-teens and teens in 6th-8th grades. When resources are available additional programs are offered on evenings and during the weekends. The program includes a focus on health, self-esteem and interpersonal skills, homework support, conflict resolution, college readiness, career awareness and employment training, computer knowledge, and application/resume preparation. The center also provides opportunities for high-school youth to volunteer and earn community service hours. Resource Center • Family Support Services • Human & Social Services Referrals • Food Vouchers -are available upon request Monday-Friday during office hours. • K.I.D.S Clothing Closet