About 450 children and 27o adults and parents could lose access to federally-funded after-school services provided in Buena, Atlantic City and Pleasantville school districts. The services, offered under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, are among those that would be affected by President Trump’s proposal to end $1.2 billion in grants for after-school and summer programs.
There are three sites in Atlantic County that offer the program, which also provides after-school care for individuals with disabilities. This is a roundup of the local 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, according to details from New Jersey’s Department of Education:
| School District | Location | Number of Students | Number of Adults | Grades | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City | Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City | 175 | 150 | 4 through 8 | http://www.state.nj.us/education/21cclc/abstracts/AtlanticCity.htm">Website |
| Buena Regional School District | Cleary Elementary & Buena Regional Middle School | 201 | 100 | 4 through 8 | Website"> |
| Pleasantville | Pleasantville Recreation Center | 75 | 20 | 4 through 12 | Website"> |