Mission:
Horizons is an academic, cultural and recreational
enrichment program designed to encourage students
from a diverse, low-income population to realize their
full potential. Working in partnership with families,
Horizons is committed to the development of the
whole child through experiences that build
problem-solving skills, foster awareness of
community responsibility, instill respect for oneself
and others. We strive for the student to have a
life-long interest in learning.
Horizons is an academic, cultural and recreational
enrichment program designed to encourage students
from a diverse, low-income population to realize their
full potential. Working in partnership with families,
Horizons is committed to the development of the
whole child through experiences that build
problem-solving skills, foster awareness of
community responsibility, instill respect for oneself
and others. We strive for the student to have a
life-long interest in learning.
Academics:
Nutrition, reading, writing and math skills are taught
in the classroom. However, since the goal is for the
students to excel, we will adjust our lesson plans to
target the needs of the group. If we hope to bring
about change in those we teach, we must be willing
and able to change how and what we teach, as
necessary. We can't get locked into the path and
forget the destination, hence the necessity for
making our classroom settings and teaching methods
non-traditional and exciting. This allows the teachers
to use their creativity to enhance the learning
experience.
Nutrition, reading, writing and math skills are taught
in the classroom. However, since the goal is for the
students to excel, we will adjust our lesson plans to
target the needs of the group. If we hope to bring
about change in those we teach, we must be willing
and able to change how and what we teach, as
necessary. We can't get locked into the path and
forget the destination, hence the necessity for
making our classroom settings and teaching methods
non-traditional and exciting. This allows the teachers
to use their creativity to enhance the learning
experience.
Physical:
Swimming, basketball, tennis and simply having fun
are essential parts of our curriculum. We want our
children to play some low-tech or no-tech games. A
measure of our success is seeing a students face
light-up when they succeed at something physical,
whether that is learning to swim, play tennis or being
part of the winning team during Horizons Savannah
Field Day.
Swimming, basketball, tennis and simply having fun
are essential parts of our curriculum. We want our
children to play some low-tech or no-tech games. A
measure of our success is seeing a students face
light-up when they succeed at something physical,
whether that is learning to swim, play tennis or being
part of the winning team during Horizons Savannah
Field Day.
Social:
Social skills are honed in the classroom, on the field
of play or simply waiting in line. It is important that
the students learn the art of social interaction, which
is why we include "Life Lessons" in the classroom.
We want everyone to see the value of building and
protecting relationships. A positive attitude and
approach can make all the difference in determining
the success of any endeavor that these young
people choose to undertake. The possibilities are
limitless.
Social skills are honed in the classroom, on the field
of play or simply waiting in line. It is important that
the students learn the art of social interaction, which
is why we include "Life Lessons" in the classroom.
We want everyone to see the value of building and
protecting relationships. A positive attitude and
approach can make all the difference in determining
the success of any endeavor that these young
people choose to undertake. The possibilities are
limitless.
| GAIL MacPHERSON Executive Director MacPherson@savcds.org |
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Affiliates:
2010 Summer Program:
The program starts on June 21st and ends on July 30th. Classes begin at 9:00am and end at 3:00pm daily.
Parents or guardians are responsible for proper attire (active wear, swim wear & Horizons t-shirts) and
transportation to and from the program. Horizons provides breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks.
Day Care is an option for parents who start work early or finish late. Day Care is available between 7:00am
- 9:00am and 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Please click on the Forms button of the menu for the necessary forms and
information.
The program starts on June 21st and ends on July 30th. Classes begin at 9:00am and end at 3:00pm daily.
Parents or guardians are responsible for proper attire (active wear, swim wear & Horizons t-shirts) and
transportation to and from the program. Horizons provides breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks.
Day Care is an option for parents who start work early or finish late. Day Care is available between 7:00am
- 9:00am and 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Please click on the Forms button of the menu for the necessary forms and
information.
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| NATIONALS SUMMER PROGRAM EVALUATION |
| Accountability is stressful, but absolutely essential. The anxiety level increased for the Horizons Savannah faculty leading up to Nationals visit. The faculty wanted to make sure the program was running the way they knew it should be. When Leslie Littlejohn (Board of Trustees Member for Horizons National) arrived she put everyone at ease with her pleasant and passionate approach. The faculty was free to do what they are well trained to do. Ms. Littlejohn discussed with Tom Oxnard and Gail MacPherson the local Board of Directors vision for the program and its management. Then Ms. Littlejohn visited in the classrooms, the computer lab and the pool. Her observations and advice were welcome and greatly appreciated. The faculty taught with control; the student participated without chaos. Learning was fun for the students and the paperwork was in order! Ms. Littlejohn even made a generous donation for additional books! Thank you Ms. Littlejohn for helping Horizons Savannah be a better program. Thank you Horizons Savannah faculty and students for making the program a big success and for being really cool people! |
| Mr. Thomas Oxnard Savannah Board of Directors |
| Ms. Leslie Littlejohn National Board of Trustees |
| Ms. Gail MacPherson Savannah Executive Director |
| HORIZONS NATIONAL - 2009 YEAR END CONFERENCE |
| Well, look who just had to have their picture taken with the Executive Director of Horizons Savannah! That's right, "NBC Nightly News" anchor and managing editor, Brian Williams kept asking if he could have his photo taken with Gail until it became embarrassing. She finally said okay and made the guys day. At least that's how Gail tells it. Actually, Mr. Williams' wife, Jane Stoddard Williams, is a board member for Horizons National. Both of the Williams' are very active supporters of the Horizons program. Mr. Williams was gracious enough to pose for photos during the conference. In addition to the affiliate Executive Directors giving their summer program reports, there were meetings and workshops geared towards the continued success of Horizons. Find the mistakes and fix them, find the successes and replicate them. With everyone's help, the program will continue to make a difference for decades to come. |
| CLICK LOGO TO VIEW VIDEO |
| BECAUSE OF THE NATURE AND GOALS OF THIS PROGRAM, FULL ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY. EMERGENCIES ARE THE EXCEPTION. PLEASE SCHEDULE VACATIONS AROUND THE PROGRAM. |
