Archived News

Supervisor Dianne Jacob visits Critical Hours Program.

The Critical Hours after-school program at Oak Grove Middle School in Jamul was thrilled to host County Supervisor Dianne Jacob on January 28th.
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Support Local Kids Art

Check out the Art Link current schedule of exhibitions. See student art up close and personal. Next Exhibit is August 16th, 2003.

National Middle School Conference.

Ideal for professionals working with Middle School youth in out-of-school programs. Nov. 6-8 at the Doubletree Hotel at 7450 Hazard Center Dr.
For more info check out the website.

Actor and children's advocate Arnold Schwarzenegger

invited after-school supporters to join a new "crusade" to make afterschool programs available to all children by the year 2010 as the first-ever After School Summit concluded...(6/10/03)

2003-04 funding for 21st CCLC.

Thank you for your continued patience regarding the uncertainty surrounding the next round of 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program in California. As promised, CDE will...(6/17/03)

The Children's Initiative has children!

Congratulations on your new baby! On Sunday June, 8th 2003, Josh and Suzanne Potts gave birth (mostly Suzanne) to a 9 lb 2oz. baby boy. He's big, red and beautiful. Our hats are off to you! Josh Potts is the After School Safety and Education Program Director for San Diego County. (6/9/2003)

Youth Art Graces the Walls of San Diego County Administration Center.

Youth masterpieces showcased. As school districts face decreased budgets and program cutbacks, one local organization continues to offer programs that expand cultural horizons by introducing children to one of the finer things in life - art. 5/22/03

Senator Barbara Boxer on the State of After School.

As you likely know, the President's budget includes a recommended cut in afterschool funds, an action that I believe would be a grave mistake. 5/16/03

San Diego's Promise Crafts an Art Connection.

Earlier this spring, San Diego's Promise linked Pulitzer Prize photography finalist Jeffrey Brown with the students from local after-school programs. 5/16/03

State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Jack O'Connell on state budget revision. 5/14/03

Governor Davis

Unveils May Budget Revision Protecting Education, Public Safety 5/14/03