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YMCA outlines push to relaunch 'Safety Around Water' program for first and fifth graders
Summary
The YMCA’s ex‑officio representative told the Park and Recreation Board it is seeking United Way funding to relaunch 'Safety Around Water' for first- and fifth-graders, aiming to fund busing and instruction so all public, private, and homeschool students can learn basic water-safety skills over five years.
Rachel Williams, the YMCA’s ex‑officio representative, told the City of Pierre Park and Recreation Board the YMCA has submitted a proposal to the United Way to relaunch the 'Safety Around Water' program for first- and fifth-graders. She said the proposal is intended to "fund busing and instruction" so schools and families can get students to lessons and learn basic water-safety skills.
Williams described the plan’s scope as including public, private and homeschool students with an aspirational goal of reaching every child over a five‑year period. She also reminded the board that summer camp registration at the YMCA is open and that seasonal programs such as basketball and Safety Town are planned to continue. The board did not take formal action on the funding request during the meeting; Williams’ presentation was recorded as an informational program update.
