Knowledge Universe Champions has provided a before-and-after-school learning program called Champions in several district schools during the 2011-2012 school year.  These programs were well attended and parents have requested the program be offered during the 2012-2013 school year. 

Knowledge Universe Champions would like to offer a Before and/or After School Enrichment Program at McNeal and Tara Elementary Schools for those students whose parents need the provision of child care during this period of time.  Any student within Manatee County in grades K-5 may attend the programs that will operate Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  The program will be closed on Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.  Students will pay a fee to attend and Knowledge Universe Champions will pay for lease of the facilities.

The Superintendent recommends approval of the contract between Knowledge Universe Champions LLC and the School Board of Manatee County to provide Before and/or After School Enrichment Programs at various elementary schools – August 20, 2012 through June 7, 2013.

Motion and  approval of the contract between Knowledge Universe Champions LLC and the School Board of Manatee County to provide Before and/or After School Enrichment Programs at various elementary schools – August 20, 2012 through June 7, 2013.

The District will receive a lease payment from Knowledge Universe of $200.00 per week per school site for use of space at the named schools from August 20, 2012 through June 7, 2013.

Elementary Education

Joe Stokes/na

05/14/12