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Dear Friends of Wade:
You may remember from our last update, as our Summer Camp ended and we began to prepare for the After-School program to begin in the fall, we found out that WV has now mandated all “Out of School Time” day care centers be licensed. I am very pleased to announce that the application for state licensure was mailed in at the end of November and our inspection is scheduled for December 27th. Praise God! Although this was a very lengthy process, it has been beneficial as it has forced us to look at the details of our organization and make sure that we are offering a quality program in a safe and secure setting. This was a very complete application and we look forward to obtaining that DHHR license in the very near future, and anticipate opening the After-School program after the New Year.
The current task at hand is to begin the hiring process for teachers and an After-School Coordinator. We have set minimum requirements for teachers as an active second year college student, preferably in the education field. Our goal is to help students fall in love with learning and to excel beyond their wildest imaginations. Coinciding with this desire is our plan to offer electives on Fridays. On these days, children will come to participate in science experiments, work on art projects, receive instruction in computer and in learning to play musical instruments, and more. We fully believe that the Wade children have the potential to grow up to be scientists, computer programmers, doctors, artists and to be employed at any number of richly fulfilling jobs. The Wade Center opens the door to these opportunities for them by instilling the love of learning and the responsibility of completion. We push the bar by offering Elective Fridays so that they can explore where their talents and desires lay.
Our key word as we head into the New Year is “Excellence”. We want to offer things of excellence to the children because they deserve no less. We work diligently and strive for excellence in all areas of our daily tasks because our God is an excellent God, and this center is His center.
Although we will receive some funding from the state for those students who qualify to come to Wade, our needs are still great. There will be many students who do not qualify but desperately want and need to come here. We need sponsors for them. Our operational expenses need to be met so that we can continue the vital programming that makes the Wade Center a life changing center. Our building needs to be updated and classrooms need to be stocked with supplies. Utility costs alone are a continuous burden. We have trimmed our budget significantly and are seeking to be wise stewards of the money that is so generously donated. We value and need each of you in order to help those who are desperately trying to break the cycle of poverty that surrounds this campus.
As you pray and contemplate year end giving, please remember the Wade Center. We cannot do this without you and are so thankful for your prayers and encouragement as you partner with us in this great ministry.
“And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Matthew 25: 40
May the Lord bless you and keep you,
Jessica McDaniel
Director
2010 Audit completed by Gray, Griffith and Mays, a.c.
For more information, please see financial tab.
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