One Family, Four Generations Served in the After School Achievement Program!
For four generations, the Andrews family has been participating in Dumas Wesley's After School Achievement Program (ASAP).
Rose Andrews (pictured at right, bottom) and her family grew up in Crichton. Her mother enrolled Rose in the day care and after school programs at Dumas Wesley. "I lived right around the corner from the Center on Randolph street. There would always be something to do at Dumas. I remember taking bicycle safety classes in the parking lot-I won a prize too," said Andrews.
Rose's four children have participated in a variety of programs at Dumas Wesley including: the After School Achievement Program (ASAP), Summer Recreation program, basketball, the annual Toy Store and numerous neighborhood events.
"My family has grown up at Dumas Wesley. I felt safe sending my kids to Dumas while I was at work-I still do! My grandson Ayden is now a part of the after school program. Before the pandemic began he enjoyed all the fun activities, they even had free tutoring! It makes me happy that they get to experience what I did as a child,” said Andrews.
Although the ASAP is operating a bit differently due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the program has provided over 2,226 meals and twice weekly socially distant activities for school-age children throughout the pandemic. "I am grateful for Dumas Wesley. The Center has really done a lot to help my family, especially during the pandemic. They do so much for the community,” said Andrews.