Ep 82 | Afterschool is Ripe for Building Character

It’s said that afterschool hours of 3-6pm are primetime for risky youth behavior, but as a working parent, your options can feel limited. Kimberly Scott is helping head up a program that not only facilitates a safe space, but an atmosphere that enhances school performance. It’s Pensacola Little Theatre’s new program, “Character Building through Building Character,” a 3-hour afterschool theatre and reading program that brings literature and school to life. In this episode, we spotlight what makes the program special for the kids, to her and the community.Guest: Kimberly ScottThe Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’  This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances!Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodesHost:  Meredith Hackwith Edwards