MUSTANG STAR ACADEMY 

INFORMATIONAL MEETING THIS THURSDAY

The Mercer Area School District will be hosting an informational evening this Thursday (November 16^th) from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. in the High School Library to provide details regarding a tremendous after-school opportunity that is available for students in grades 6, 7, & 8.

The 21^st Century Community Learning Center (21^st CCLC) is a grant funded through the United Way that supports an After-School Program geared towards providing the following services to students:

• Innovative Academic Enrichment Activities that will assist in the improved performance of students in their efforts to meet local & state achievement standards.
• Increased skills & interest in Science, Math, & Technology through STEAM & STEM related programs & activities.
• Character Education programs
• Career Readiness & the development of connections with local businesses
• Physical Fitness & Wellness activities

In addition to these programs, students that participate in the MUSTANG STAR ACADEMY will receive assistance with their daily homework assignments.

The program will run after school Monday – Thursday each week from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

For more details about the information meeting that will be held on Thursday evening or about the after-school program please contact Mr. Michael Piddington, Middle-High School Principal, in the high school office (724-662-5104).