Recently, Reynolds at Lake Oconee sponsored a night of Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club’s Thursday Dinner program. Staff from Reynolds Lake Oconee including, Master Chef Derin Moore, arrived at 3 PM and began serving our Club youth. They started by serving a fresh garden salad and then served baked barbecue chicken, mashed potatoes and a vegetable medley. The youth enjoyed a sweet brownie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream as dessert. Club members remarked on how much they enjoyed the meal. “We are really grateful for the Reynolds generosity toward our youth and look forward to partnering again soon,” Stacy McClendon, PNBGC Director shared. To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club, visit www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
Engaging in College Readiness for Spring Break
PNBGC members tour Clark Atlanta University
Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club members spent their Spring Break this year touring colleges alongside other Club members from Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia.
They visited the historical Clark Atlanta University, as well as Georgia College.
Each college tour is a part of the Diplomas 2 Degrees program, which aims to educate and familiarize the teens with the college experience by providing members with first-hand access and insight from college students and faculty.
“The Clark Atlanta visit gave our Club members the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the routines of students and see a bustling college campus,” Diedra Richbow, PNBGC Program Coordinator shared. “The youth also learned about the historical and cultural relevance of the university. It was a great visit for them.”
In addition to the Clark Atlanta tour, the teens enjoyed a fun outing at Main Event Entertainment Center in Atlanta. The teens were able to enjoy bowling, arcade style and virtual-interactive games, a multi-level laser-tag arena and indulge themselves in the pizza bar.
Teen club member Traveon Jackson sated, “the trip allowed us to meet with members from the other Clubs, which gave us a rare opportunity to socialize and bond through competitive bowling and laser-tag.”
“I had a great time bowling with the staff and the funniest part was watching older staff learning to play newer games,” Arianna Ross, PNBGC member shared. “It felt good teaching the staff something new.”
During their trip back the teens visited Stonecrest Mall to shop and browse through the stores. The trip was a great opportunity for the teens and staff to get outside the Club and bond while on Spring Break.
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club, visit www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
PNBGC member slam dunks scholarship to College
Basketball has always been a passion for Marquesha Mallory. Between playing for Greene County High School and practicing inside the walls of Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club as a member, Marquesha is often found with a basketball in her hands.
Her dream to play college basketball recently came true, as East Georgia offered Marquesha a two-year scholarship to play for the Bobcats.
A Club member for just two years, Marquesha has become a standout Club leader.
“I love coming to the Club to work with the younger kids and continue learning about how to become a great leader in my community,” she shared.
In 2018, Marquesha’s leadership within the Club grew as she was offered a job through the Club’s summer work program.
“Ms. Marquesha worked during the 2018 summer as a Youth Development Professional and was such a delight that we decided hire her as a part time staff to remain a Youth Development Professional,” Diedra Richbow, PNBGC Program Coordinator shared. “And, now Marquesha serves in our Membership Clerk position. She’s been such a wonderful role model for our youth and fellow peers.”
Marquesha’s dedication to her grades and work life balance are obvious. She’s been able to maintain a 3.5 GPA in high school while being a student athlete, keeping a jog at the Club and her studies.
Graduating soon, Marquesha said she’s looking forward to this new chapter in her life and is extremely grateful to those who have helped shape her life, including the Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club.
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club, visit www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
A Easter egg Celebration for PNBGC members
As Easter Eggs were tucked into secret hiding places, Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club members waited patiently before hearing the “go” signal to participate in the first Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia Easter Egg Hunt.
Not only did Club members get to find their Easter Eggs, they also enjoyed participating in playing basketball, flag football, jumping in a bounce house and having a meal prepared by PNBGC Advisory Board members.
“The Easter egg hunt was fun with a lot of excitement,” Stacy McClendon, PNBGC Director said. “They were overjoyed just to find a single egg, so you can only imagine those who had baskets full. It reminded me of when I was a child and just how fun it was to participate in community events like this. Our youth had a blast.”
Over 500 eggs were hidden for the event and the “youth were thrilled to meet other Club members from our organization.”
“This was a great opportunity for the kids within BGCNCG to socialize with kids outside of their Club,” McClendon added. “This also gave board members a chance to meet kids from another Club’s besides Pete Nance. We look forward to doing this event again in the future and one day even involve the community!”
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club, visit www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
BGCNCG CEO Named Top 10 Emerging Leaders by B&G of GA
One encounter with Bob Mackey, whether personally or professional, will leave you feeling like a more vibrant human being. He’s in the business of making positive impacts from his smile, candid posture, community involvement and dedication to the youth of Boys & Girls Club – it’s difficult to not become a fan of the work Boys & Girls Clubs does after meeting Bob Mackey.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Georgia saw this potential and named Mackey one of its ten Emerging Leaders for the past year. The Emerging Leader program is a year-long program designed to develop leadership potential within individuals that are ready to take on executive leadership roles within Boys & Girls Clubs. Ten professionals were named out of nearly one hundred professionals to be an Emerging Leader. The competitive program brings together individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who have demonstrated a strong potential for leadership and commitment to Boys & Girls Clubs.
“Bob Mackey is a great example of what this program is all about. Before Bob officially graduated from the program, he had taken on the role of CEO for Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia,” said Paula Mackelburg, Director of Organizational Development for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “We are proud of the work that Bob has accomplished since taking on his new role! To know how the organization functioned before his leadership makes me even more trustworthy and dedicated to the high-functioning leadership skills Bob possesses. Bob is a robust leader; he builds strong relationships and is coalescing the organization to deepen the impact in the lives of so many young people.”
For over 15 years, Bob Mackey has been busy at work creating togetherness of change for the North Central Region, Metro Atlanta and beyond. Colleagues and community members refer to him as the impetus of motivation and youth development.
If you ask Bob, he’ll tell you that “you can’t do this type of work and not make internal changes.” Mackey has stood before new and existing organized initiatives, eager youth advocates, absent businesses and corporations, collegiate institutions and various nonprofit organizations who’ve all have developed a vested interest in making their communities a better place. Even during his tenure working for the Department of Juvenile Justice, Mackey took a strong interest in providing rehabilitation services for the youth and communities by leading local rehabilitation projects for troubled teens.
Mackey has been with Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia for over ten years. His career in the Movement of Boys & Girls Clubs began as a volunteer, which quickly turned into a part-time job and now he’s responsible for empowering and leading over 100 employees, while providing hope & promise to the youth served.
For Mackey, surrounding yourself with strong leadership is key to growth and wise council. Mackey notes such leaders as David Roark, Michael Geoffroy, Connie Byrans, Michael Tompkins, Horace Johnson, Brenda Coleman, Tony McCullar, Claude Grizzard, Nancy Vaughn, the late Dick Hodgetts, Harris Warbington, Fred Perriman, Mike Conrads, Joe Edwards, Von Friesen, Babs Johnston, Tom Jones, and many others.
Mackey’s accomplishments as an Emerging Leader and all-around Youth Advocate are vast. After reading a recent study about how youth who weren’t working or in school, Mackey identified $20,000 from government relations to provide funding to employee teens during the summer and after-school program. As a result, BGCNCG doubled its number of working teens at BGC. In 2014, he received a nomination as a Champion of Change from The White House Initiative. On a National level, he serves on a committee for the screening of National programs, has twice chaired State-wide professional development conferences for over 1000 BGC Club professionals, and has created initiatives to combat summer learning loss for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Recently, he was recognized for completing the School of Executive Leadership from the BGCA Spillett Leadership University and Michigan Ross School of Business.
“The Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia is not your typical Boys & Girls Club. With the rapidly shifting environment and youth crime peaking daily, new initiatives and programs are vital,” Mackey said. “Pool tables and basketballs are no longer enough to keep kids engaged, safe and productive. The village and landscape look completely different from 20 years ago. The fight to give our youth a chance starts with an opportunity to learn, encouraged parent engagement, community partnerships, a safe & fun place, and a focus on teen development.”
Mackey noted as an organization, BGCNCG has faced “many challenges.” Today, BGCNCG is in great hands according to BGCNCG Advisory Board Chairman Michael Tompkins.
“I must say that North Central Georgia is in great hands. Having a strong and competent leader makes a difference. For our 2018 financial audit, our organization received no financial findings. We’ve made several great improvements and adjustments to better serve the Clubs and youth in our region,” Tompkins shared. “Our board is vested in raising the dollars needed to ensure that the youth we serve have that fighting chance to grab hold of hope and enter into opportunity. The community support we’ve gained is stronger than ever. Our supporters can see and feel the difference. Our parents value the Boys & Girls Club. We’ve promised not to promise but to provide an opportunity to impact our youth. We mean what we say and say what we mean. Great Futures Start with Great Leaders and Great Futures Start at the Boys & Girls Club.”
Since Mackey became CEO of BGCNCG, the organization has achieved the following results:
· Provided 18,0000 of hours of after-school development for ages 6-18
· 40+ youth, ages 14-18 received their first job at the Boys & Girls Club during the summer months
· Increased voluntarism for Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia by 80% and now have over 250 volunteers
· 100% percent of teens who attend our program at least three times a week graduated on time
· 300 youth in our service area learned the game of golf through Boys & Girls Club
· Expanded our service area to include Newton County
· Provided after school and summer program services to over 1300 youth in 2018
· Increased individual giving by 70% amongst first-time supporters of the movement
· 0 teen pregnancies in 2018
Currently, BGCNGC serves over 300 teens org-wide.
These results only are a snapshot of the difference that the Boys & Girls Club is making under the leadership of Bob Mackey.
The late Dick Hodgetts wrote of Bob Mackey, “When Bob Mackey completes his journey, we all can take pride in what he has brought to us.”
Mackey wants to leave an open invitation to the community to take part in a 10-hour challenge by volunteering at your local Boys & Girls Club. “Less than one hour per month can make a huge impact,” he said. “We need you! Our youth need you, so we can count on each other.”
Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia serve Greene, Morgan, Putnam, Walton and Newton Counties with world-class Youth Development Professionals creating an environment which fosters hope & opportunity for all youth. To learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Georgia, visit www.bgcncg.comor call 770-267-8034.
Sherwin Williams Donates to NCBGC
Sherwin Williams recently donated 20 gallons of paint to the Newton County Boys & Girls Club, which holds a monetary value of $1,308. Nakita Williams, NCBGC Director, receives the donation from Sherwin Williams alongside, from left to right, Michael Geoffrey, NCBGC Advisory Board Chair; Gregory Anderson, Sherwin Williams Professional Coatings Representative and Dennis Rains, Sherwin Williams Store Manager.
NCBGC Director Visits Local Middle School
Liberty Middle School Career Day
Newton County Boys & Girls Club Director Nakita Williams recently spoke with youth at Liberty Middle School during their Career Day. She shared with youth how their current actions and behaviors prepare them for the future, while also discussing how the programs at The Club will assist them in their future career goals
For more information about Newton County Boys & Girls Club contact, Nakita Williams at nwilliams@bgcncg.com. To learn more about Newton County Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/newtoncounty.
This & That Donates $500 toward youth!
Local Business Gives Back to Club youth
This & That Breakfast recently donated $500 to the Madison-Morgan County Boys & Girls Club. This & That owner, left from center, said her donation is in effort to continue the momentous work the Club is providing for the youth of Morgan County. This & That Breakfast is located in Eatonton, Ga. To learn more about MMCBGC visit, www.bgcncg.com/mmc or call 706-342-1117.
Volunteer threads kindness with sewing
Morgan County Boys & Girls Club volunteer Lori Hume believes in the magic that happens inside the Club. She’s been volunteering now for five months and leads EPIC Sewing, a new initiative at the Club. Hume is also an Advisory board member for MMC.
“I enjoy being a board member and being involved with the club’s programs because it allows me to be more engaged with the youth, she shared.”
For Lori, being a part of EPIC Sewing has allowed he to see how cultivating relationships with youth lead to “to positive impacts.”
“I really like Mrs. Lori in her sewing class,” Sumyla Hunter, MMC member, shared. “I learned how to use a needle and sew neatly. It’s been fun to tell my family about what I’m learning at the Club.”
Tabitha Lowe, MMCBGC Program Coordinator, said, “Lori has given the members a new outlook on a possible career field. She’s brought an elegant touch to the club.”
Lowe said that Club members have looked forward to their sewing class each week.
To learn more about Madison-Morgan County Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/mmc or call 706-342-1117.
Sewing in Character at MMC
With thread and willingness to learn, Madison-Morgan County Boys & Girls Club members have been sewing in character with their new program EPIC Sewing.
Club members are learning to express themselves through sewing, as well as practicing hand-eye coordination.
“This program helps engages our members, while helping them embrace their creative side in learning a new skill,” Tabitha Lowe, MMCBGC Program Coordinator shared. “Recently the members have been working on creating their own trinket holder with volunteers.”
For Club member Kernan Edwards working with EPIC’s lead volunteer, Lori Hume, has been a treat.
“Ms. Lori was very fun and she made the class easy to learn from,” she said. I was so happy when we finished our sewing project because I could take it home and show my family.”
A highlight for Tabitha Lowe in the creation of this program was watching “members discover a creative side they previously didn’t know existed and then achieving new skills.”
For program leader and volunteer, Lori Hume, participating in this program is equally enriching.
“I truly enjoyed doing this program. I could see how this program made the members happy and intrigued,” she said. “It's so important to create lifelong experiences for the members and possible careers for them as well.”
Due to the success of this program during the fall season, EPIC Sewing will be offered to youth during the summer.
To learn more about Madison-Morgan County Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/mmc or call 706-342-1117.
WCBGC Names April Teen of the Month for April
Celebrating our Youth
Walton County Boys & Girls Clubcelebrates its members and their accomplishments. This month the Club is Teen member of the Month Christopher Day.
Day has been a member of the Club for one year and is a teen member of the Club.
“It makes me happy to know that my mom is proud of the things that I am learning and doing at the Boys & Girls Club,” Day shared. “I really enjoy meeting new people through the Boys & Girls Club, like the Belles & Bowties Fundraiser I recently attended.”
Day was selected for his ability to lead his peers in activities, willingness to try new things and excelling in implementation of the BGC way.
For Christopher his favorite program at the Club is Passport to Manhood where he learns how to dress for success, etiquette techniques and the importance of pursuing your education.
Christopher is a member of the Keystone Club, Passport to Manhood and the Basketball Team.
“There is a uniqueness about this young individual that I have grown to love about Christopher,” Lynn E. Hill, WCGGC Director shared. “His mother moved her family to Georgia about 2 years ago and she was very concerned about his surroundings and the kids he would be vulnerable to. I assured her that there was something about “C.J.” that would cause him to rise above his environment and excel as a notable youth in our community.”
Mr. Hill believes, Christopher has done more than excel.
“His mother is so happy that Chris has a place to develop and mature. His style of dress has changed. He works on his language and speech,” he shared. “Surely, he is moving to the top of his class in school. He has taken advantage of the Boys & Girls Club experience.”
To learn more about Walton County Boys & Girls Club, visit www.bgcncg.com/waltonclubor call 770-207-6279.
WCBGC Golden Steppers take third at step show
Walking onto the Classic Center stage in Athens was thirty Walton County Boys & Girls Club members to perform as The Golden Steppers. They have been practicing since January for this big performance at the 16th Annual Youth Step Show, presented by the Athens Alumni National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.
The girls were delighted to discover that out of the competition they placed third and were also acknowledge as People’s Choice by the 500 audience members in attendance.
This performance by the Golden Steppers was an initiative of the S.M.A.R.T. Girls program that is in place at the Club. A portion of the event’s proceeds were donated toward the Club.
For several dancers, this competition is something they’ll never forget.
“I’m so proud of us,” Club member Teresha Smith said. “I will never forget this experience for the rest of my life.”
Club member Makayla West said, “Even though we didn’t take first place, I’m so glad we got third and we are always winners at the Boys & Girls Club.”
“I saw something within these number of girls that I haven’t seen in a long time - a love for their Boys & Girls Club,” Lynn E. Hill, WCBGC Director, said. “When the announcement was made that they placed third place in the competition, they were filled with joy. I am so proud of these young girls. The group is a part of the SMART Girls resistance program at the Boys & Girls Club, in which we instill into these values of morals, ethics, hard-work, integrity, and a whole lot of GRIT! The energy that they put into their work, the work ethic, and the discipline that they displayed will cause them to be GREAT!”
To learn more about Walton County Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/waltonclubor call 770-207-6279.
GWA youth gives 'Hope & Opportunity' to WCBGC
Jenni Andersen knows who she wants to become when she grows up – a teacher in Walton County. She’s a senior at George Walton Academy. To give her real world experience with youth she’s been diligently volunteering at the Walton County Boys & Girls Club.
When Jenni first visited the Club she was surprised to see just how many “wonderful things were being done” at the Club.
“As I came to visit the Club, Mr. Lynn E. Hill (WCBGC Director) would show me how I could make a difference in the lives of the members and where I could be utilized the most to understand the importance of being a teacher.
Mr. Hill gave her a tour of the facility, how the Club operated and showcased what being involved could look like at the Club.
After her visit, Jenni knew what she wanted to do – Power Hour.
Power Hour is a program which focuses on creating a safe space for members to ask questions about homework, work together on school work, study and find unique ways to engage with what they’ve been learning in school.
“I really enjoy being here and giving my best to the Club,” Anderson shared. “I have met so many interesting kids here in the Club and it motivates me to continue pursuing my career path in education. Every time that I come to volunteer, I feel that I have made a difference. I am thankful for this opportunity to volunteer at a good place like this.”
Mr. Hill says Jenni has brought a “special kind of energy” to the Club. He said that after his initial meeting with Jenni he knew Power Hour was the right fit
“I wanted Miss Jenni to be a part of the Power Hour Program because I realized that she was gifted in that area,” Mr. Hill shared. “With the kind of energy that she has, and excelling in academics in her school, I know that this energy will pour over into the members. It is wonderful to know that we still have young people who have a vested interest in education and teaching our youth. It’s even more exciting to know that Ms. Jenni will be one of those educators who had humble beginnings right here at the Boys & Girls Club, and she will always contribute to the success of our youth.”
For Jenni, her time at the Club has helped fuel her goal of becoming a teacher with first-hand experience of what making a difference in a younger youth’s life can do.
“I believe that everybody, at some point in time in their lives, ought to give back to their community through volunteering,” she shared. “I learned the motto, that, ‘Great Futures Start Here.’ I can see that for myself as I volunteer at this place. The kids here are special. They deserve all of the good things in life, and I want to help be a part of that.”
To learn more about Walton County Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/waltonclubor call 770-207-6279.
PNBGC Names Youth of the Month for April
For Club members at Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club being named Youth of the Month is a high honor. Every month a youth is recognized for modeling their leadership abilities.
For the month of April, PNBGC named Chase Miller as Youth of the Month
“Chase has only been a member since September, but that has not stopped her from becoming a great leader within the Club,” Diedra Richbow, PNBGC Program Coordinator shared. “She is a pleasure to be around and her witty personality will definitely put a smile on your face. Chase is always eager to help and follow directions. Chase also goes out of her way to ensure her peers do the same which is what we love about her.”
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
PNBGC Names Junior Youth of the Month for April
For Club members at Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club being named Youth of the Month is a high honor. Every month a youth is recognized for modeling their leadership abilities.
For the month of April, PNBGC named Annie Hall as Junior Youth of the Month.
“Annie has exhibited great leadership abilities throughout the Club by assisting our interim membership clerk with daily tasks,” Diedra Richbow, PNBGC Program Coordinator shared. “She is one of our well respected and active members. Annie is a dancer, a basketball ball player and also a member of ROTC. Annie’s leadership qualities are what led to our decision in making her our 2019 Youth of the Year ambassador.”
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
PNBGC Members Give Back to Community
Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club members are getting first-hand lessons on giving back within the community. Recently, Club members visited the Legacy Health & Rehabilitation center to hand out sweet treats and talk with residents and clients.
Members walked from room-to-room greeting residents and providing them snacks while having conversation.
“Pete Nance is really trying to help our younger youth understand the importance of giving back to the community and how small gestures, like a simple card or treat, can really brighten someone’s day,” Diedra Richbow, PNBGC Program Coordinator, shared. “Legacy Health & Rehabilitation offer rehabilitative therapy for both short-term stay and during long-term care. During this time many clients may not get to see their family members as much as they would like to so as a Club our youth want residents to know that their loved and thought about.”
For Club member Larra H. the experience is personal.
“When we visit the Center, I get to visit my grandmother and meet all of her friends,” she said. “I love being able to give back like this.”
Richbow adds for the youth this is an enriching experience.
“It’s great to see the clients of legacy smile and laugh as the kids perform for them,” she said. “The youth also learn so much during their visits and get to have great conversations with residents and clients. We look forward to going back soon for a nice game of bingo.”
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/petenance or call 706-920-1400.
NCBGC Gears Up For Give Back Saturdays
Come help prepare the Club
Starting in April Newton County Boys & Girls Club will be asking for the public to join them in preparing the Club to open with Give Back Saturday opportunities.
“These volunteer opportunities are important for the Newton County Boys & Girls Club so that we can engage the support of our community and overall support out teens,” Nakita Williams, NCBGC Director shared. “We are preparing our teens to become exceptional future leaders and build character. Your help showcases to our teens we are all here to invest in their futures together.”
On April 13 the Club will have a landscaping day from 9 am to 12 pm, which will involve planting small flower gardens, installing a picnic area, pine straw placement and painting picnic tables.
On April 27 the Club will have an Accent Edition from 9 am to 12 pm, which will involve painting walls in the main Club area.
On May 11 the Club will have a Design Day from 9 am to 12 pm, which will involve organizing furniture, hanging TVs, connecting computers and hanging posters.
On June 1 the Club will have a Clean Up Day from 9 am to 12 pm, which will involve cleaning and disinfecting the Club, clearing the area around the Club and ensuring the final touches of the Club are prepared for the grand opening.
For more information or wanting to sign up for volunteering contact, Nakita Williams at nwilliams@bgcncg.com. To learn more about Newton County Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/newtoncounty.
Volunteering brings “sparks” of imagination to life
Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club volunteer Lynn Wailes sees the Club as a village of mentors and opportunities for youth to grow.
“It takes a village to raise a child and it does matter when others outside of the family take an interested in how a child is navigating their life,” she shares. “I feel that by volunteering, we can make an impact in our community.”
When asked about an impactful moment to choose from Wailes said watching a child’s spark light up.
“Any chance to see a spark during a reading session marks as an impactful moment,” she said. “Just the other day I was working with a young boy who went from Clifford the Big Red Dog to Martin Luther King Jr and then to Elephants who Paint. His engagement and excitement in learning sparked him to dig into other books all day.”
Volunteering at the Club, for Wailes, brings to mind a few words, “happy children with quality things to engage.”
“I look forward to spending time with the children and getting to know them every day.”
To learn more about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/petenanceor call 706-920-1400.
PNBGC receives grant for books
Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club elementary school age members celebrated Dr. Seuss’ Birthday with books and more books filling their imaginations with possibility. The birthday celebration was a part of Read Across America Week. The books were awarded to the Club through a grant that was submitted by the Pi Phi Ladies.
Each grade level had the opportunity to participate in a book fair, story time and an art lesson.
“Read across America Week was the perfect time for the students to shop for personal books and celebrate the world of reading,” Diedra Richbow, PNBGC Program Coordinator shared. “Each student was allowed to select two books to have of their own. Once the students selected their books, they were given time to read and enjoy their gifts.”
The students also participated in story time and were spent art hour painting or drawing a piece of artwork that reflected something that they liked about their book. The remaining books that were purchased through the grant have been placed in a library for PNBGC members.
“This library will afford the members the opportunity to have reading time during the afternoon. We are so grateful that the Pi Phi Ladies secured this grant and has enabled us to provide this additional resource to our members,” Stacy McClendon, PNBGC Director shared. The students and staff would like to send a special thank you to everyone that was responsible for the books and access to a permanent library. We look forward to the many adventures we will experience through our new books!”
For more information about Pete Nance Boys & Girls Club visit, www.bgcncg.com/petenance 706-920-1400.
