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The Thomas Lay After-School Program
SPONSORED BY THE UGA HONORS PROGRAM
MENTOR | SERVE ATHENS | HAVE FUN
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Our Mentors represent a wide variety of majors, bring in diverse and exciting experiences, and love to have fun!
No matter what your major, year, or experience level - we have a place for you to plug in!
The Thomas Lay After-School Program is dedicated to providing educational assistance while developing positive relationships with children ages five and above in a safe and fun environment.
OUR MISSION
Every weekday during the academic year, UGA students provide individual tutoring and mentoring for local students. By providing homework help and extended learning activities, Thomas Lay creates an atmosphere that encourages enthusiastic learning and play.
Proudly serving Athens-Clarke County since 2006
Thomas Lay Park
297 Hoyt Street
Athens, GA 30601
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Sunday: 2 PM - 6 PM
Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Website:
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We are a student-run organization established in the Spring of 2006.
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Our funding comes from the UGA Honors Program.
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The program is housed at the Thomas N. Lay Park Community Center.
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Our Executive Board consists of nine UGA students who are appointed each semester by the Co-Executive Directors.
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There will be about four Head Mentors and a member of the Executive Board on duty every day to supervise and answer any questions.
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We serve approximately 40 elementary schoolers and 20 middle schoolers.
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Each semester, the program is supported by an estimated 300 student volunteers.
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The majority of the kids enrolled attend Barrow Elementary and Clarke Central Middle School.
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Our volunteers represent a wide variety of majors, diverse interests and a range of campus organizations.
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No prior training is required to volunteer.
OUR MISSION
Things to know about Thomas Lay After-School
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