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FAQs
What is a Homework Center?
What are the standards and requirements for Homework Centers?
How long has the Homework Center program been in operation?
Who may attend?
What is the cost?
How are the Learning Centers funded?
How many students will be enrolled?
What is a Homework Center?
A homework center provides a safe and structured after-school environment where certified teachers help elementary school students develop good study habits while completing their homework assignments. While the focus can be on homework, centers have the option of combining homework assignments with mini lessons on curriculum standards for math, reading and test taking skills. The centers open immediately following the school day for 1-1/2 hours, Mondays through Thursdays.
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What are the standards and requirements for Homework Centers?
- The center must be open to students in grades 2-5.
- The center must open during or immediately following the first nine weeks of the school year.
- The center must operate for a minimum of 1-1/2 hours per day Monday-Thursday.
- A certified teacher must be present while the homework center is in operation.
- Students are required to attend the center on a regular basis.
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How long has the Homework Center program been in operation?
For the past 12 years, SCANA Corporation has dedicated resources to helping children throughout its service territory. SCANA Corporation is an $8.4 billion energy-based holding company with subsidiaries providing electric, natural gas and telecommunications services. The homework center program was initiated as a part of SCANA’s commitment to the communities it serves, and to reiterate its unwavering commitment to public education. SCANA subsidiaries SCE&G, SCANA Energy and PSNC Energy provide funding for the homework centers. There are currently 12 centers in South Carolina, seven in Georgia, and six in North Carolina.
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Who may attend?
The homework center is open to students in the second through fifth grades. Teachers or guidance counselors may recommend some students, but attendance is voluntary.
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What is the cost?
Homework centers are free to all students who attend.
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How are the Learning Centers funded?
Funding provided by SCANA pays for two certified teachers. A supplement is also provided for snacks, supplies and/or incentives.
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How many students will be enrolled?
Average attendance should not exceed more than 25-30 students.
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