Morse: CROP Celebrates After-school Staff – All Otsego

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Letter from Heather L. Morse

CROP Celebrates After-school Staff

Creating Rural Opportunities Partnership, or CROP, is celebrating After-school Professionals Appreciation Week, April 24-28, to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school hours.

An estimated 850,000 professionals work with children and youth during out-of-school hours, providing enriching experiences and academic support throughout the U.S. The CROP after-school program addresses several critical needs that help alleviate the challenges of living in a high-poverty, rural area. More than 1,000 local students each year in grades K-8 will have access to a safe and nurturing place after school hours and during the summer.






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