Family Development &
Family Literacy
GED
- A program that provides tutoring, counseling, and other support needs that
enables the participant to acquire the skills necessary to pass the state
examination that gives one credentials equivalent to a high school diploma.
GED TUTORIAL PROGRAM - This program was set up for those individuals who were enrolled in the GED Program prior to becoming employed. Teaching/tutoring is offered to these participants so that they can continue to pursue a GED while main- taining full-time employment. (This program is offered during evening hours.)
LITERACY TUTORING - A program in partnership with the Ohio Literacy Council. This program assist those individuals who test below the high school level to raise their literacy skills in order to be able to participate in the GED program. (Tutors in this program are trained by the Ohio Literacy Council)
OPERATION BRUSH UP - A program for those participants who have high school diplomas, but need assistance in raising their functional levels.
COLLEGE CLUB - A program to assist participants who are college bound or who are presently attending college with finances, tutorial assistance, or those who simply need a support system.
ENGLISH/SECOND LANGUAGE - A program to assist those individuals who are experience problems grasping the English language.
COMPUTER
LITERACY/KEYBOARDING - Classes are offered for participants who have little or
no computer experience, and for those who are unable to type.
COMPUTER CLASSES - Classes are taught in MS Works, Word Perfect, Excel, Power Point, and other programs.
CUB/BOY
SCOUTS - The focus of this
program is to build self-esteem through group discussions, interactions, and
other activities. Focus is also placed on ways to bring out and nourish
the potential leadership qualities of each scout.
PREVENTION
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT GROUP -
(Males 13 - 17)
- The focus of this
group is to provide members with information regarding decision making, building
self-respect, developing healthy relationships conflict resolution, drug
awareness and peer pressure. Emphasis is also placed on nourishing the
potential leadership qualities of group members to help them be
productive. (This program is in partnership with MECCA {Multicultural
Eastside Center of Columbus Area}).
HEALTH FOR LIFE - A program open to the Head Start Community Residents. Topics deal with various health issues.
Capital Park Head Start Location
2150 Agler Road - Columbus
Phone - 614-337-3825
Fax - 614-337-3831
Please feel free to contact the following staff for additional information regarding
Family Literacy & Family Development!
Annie Bailey - Family Development Manager
George Broom - Family Development Specialist
Sulura Mabry, Family Literacy/Family Development Director
