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Boys and Girls Club Receives $250,000 Grant

CHATTANOOGA (WRCB) - The Boys and Girls Club of Tennessee is receiving a $250,000 federal 21st Century Community Learning Center grant. Rep. Kevin Brooks and Rep. Eric Watson made the announcement Monday.

The program seeks to raise achievement levels of low-income students and students attending underperforming schools through research-based enrichment programs operated outside the school day.

45 school systems and community organizations received grants to open 21st Century community sites across the state. Grantees can help students improve through a variety of ways including remedial education, tutoring and mentoring programs, recreational activities, and technology programs. For more information on the types of approved activities, click here.

"I'm excited to see our schools receiving extra support at a time when our children need it the most," Representative Kevin Brooks said. "With Tennessee raising standards to better serve our students, any extra funding will go a long way in getting our kids college-bound."

"These programs provide a valuable service in the community and to our students," Representative Eric Watson said. "We're fortunate to be receiving this grant during a time of transition in our state's education system, and I look forward to seeing our students succeed."

The Boys and Girls Club will receive funding for the next three years with the opportunity for a two-year extension if the program demonstrates adequate student progress.