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YMCA pitches 'Big Hearts' afterschool program to Marion Center Area School Board
Summary
YMCA representatives asked the board for permission to use district space for a "Big Hearts" afterschool program serving grades 4–8, with activity-bus transportation and mandated mentor clearances; the board heard the request but did not take immediate action.
President Gregg Sacco opened the meeting and recognized general citizens comments, during which Kelsey Krynock, Stephanie Brady and Windy Phillips of the YMCA described the "Big Hearts" afterschool program and asked the board for permission to use Marion Center Area School District space.
The YMCA presenters said the program would be open to 4th–8th grade students, include amenities for participants and allow students to ride the district activity bus home. They emphasized that teacher/mentors would be required to hold clearances equivalent to educator clearances. The board did not record an immediate vote on the request and proceeded with the evening's agenda.
"Our mission is to partner with families and our community to collectively challenge each student to reach their fullest potential, both inside and outside the classroom," the meeting record states, placing the request in the context of the district's stated goals. The board's next step on the YMCA request — whether to grant facility use or refer it to administration for further review — was not specified in the minutes.
