21st Century program director says monitoring year, seeks staff and community volunteers for expansions

"My name is Cindy Mullen," the presenter said, then described operational challenges and program priorities: the grant cycle began July 1, the program experienced initial delays tied to federal budgeting and state-level changes, and this year is a monitoring year with increased documentation requirements.

Mullen described three focal areas—6–12 expansion, family engagement, and career readiness—and gave examples of programming (crochet, poetry, middle-school cheer, academic Olympics, entrepreneurship 'All Boss Club'). She said the program compensates staff for time outside the school day and invited board members and community members to help recruit K–5 staff and volunteers.