One Week Down, 51 To Go!

Well folks, we made it through week one!

Our after school program picked up right where it left off. They were excited to be back and we were excited as well.

Things were a little different with the new schedule. Instead of having the students from 3-5 we only have them from 4:15-5:15. Since we only have them for an hour, we are alternating between Art and Homework. On Mondays and Wednesdays, I have the 6th and 7th graders for home work help. Typically the older group has less students that the younger group. That has not changed as of yet. We are still getting new students! Two new students started coming last week. We are anticipating a few more as well. It is exciting to see students try us out and then start coming regularly.

With the change we have been able to meet many siblings of the students. That has also been fun getting to see more and more into their lives. There is so much that goes into childhood and learning and it is fascinating getting to be apart of that with these awesome students.

There was one little boy who came every day last semester. His name is Luis. He is a fourth grader. He has not returned since the school day has been extended. He is funny and smart, but has trouble sitting still to do his homework. When he would come to our after school program he would have one-on-one attention. He was so much fun to have around. If you think about it, say a prayer for Luis. It is our desire that he succeed in school and if that is through our program great, but if it is not, then we pray that he will still be encouraged to do well in his studies.

Week one was good and tiring. It is good to be getting back into the groove of things.

I have mentioned before about how I needed to raise $2,ooo in support for this experience. God had been faithful to provide this far and I know that he will continue to provide. I am about four hundred dollars short of my goal. I know that these are tough times, but God provides for his children! I ask that you would prayerfully consider donating to this cause. If you do feel that God would have you to give, you can send the donation to 1111 N. Wells Suite 305, Chicago, IL 60610.
If you would like your donation to be applied to me please make a note somewhere on the donation. Thank you so much for you prayers and support! I could not do this without all of your support!

~jenny