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The Cedar Community Learning Center (Cedar CLC) is affiliated and sponsored by the West After School Center (WASC). The WASC is a community-based, non profit organization located at 620 Garfield Avenue and in operation since 1997. The Cedar Community Learning Center is a school-based before and after school program for targeted students from Cedar Heights Elementary School. Selection criteria for the 21st CCLC after school tutoring program is based on students' classroom performance in reading and math (25% from each grade level become a priority to serve). The Cedar CLC is funded by a 21^st CCLC grant administered by the Ohio Department of Education for the federal government. Implementation of the 5-year grant began in July 2007. The program is fully funded for three years (based on successful implementation), 75% in year 4, and 50% in year 5. A sustainability plan must be established to carry on the program after year 5. The governance, programmatic, and fiscal management of the grant are the responsibility of the WASC in partnership with Cedar Heights and Lancaster City Schools.

21st CCLC PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Cedar Community Learning Center (Cedar CLC) is affiliated and sponsored by the West After School Center (WASC). The WASC is a community-based, non profit organization located at 620 Garfield Avenue and in operation since 1997. The Cedar Community Learning Center is a school-based before and after school program for targeted students from Cedar Heights Elementary School. Selection criteria for the 21st CCLC after school tutoring program is based on students' classroom performance in reading and math (25% from each grade level become a priority to serve). The Cedar CLC is funded by a 21^st CCLC grant administered by the Ohio Department of Education for the federal government. Implementation of the 5-year grant began in July 2007. The program is fully funded for three years (based on successful implementation), 75% in year 4, and 50% in year 5. A sustainability plan must be established to carry on the program after year 5. The governance, programmatic, and fiscal management of the grant are the responsibility of the WASC in partnership with Cedar Heights and Lancaster City Schools.
VISION and MISSION STATEMENTS
The mission of Cedar Heights Elementary School is to provide a safe and caring place where everyone is accepted, where there is respect among adults and children, and where parents and caregivers are seen as valued partners in building a solid foundation of life-long learning. The vision of the Cedar Heights Elementary School staff and parents is to aim to encourage every child in all aspects of learning by: · Working together as a team · Providing high expectations for student achievement · Differentiating for all abilities · Promoting curiosity and enthusiasm · Encouraging independence and confidence · Promoting logical and creative thinking · Encouraging respect for others and personal self-esteem · Providing an environment which is caring, motivating, and challenging.
21^st CCLC Components
Daily Reading and Math Tutoring Homework Help, Monday-Thursday Technology Art, Music, Drama Science, Social Studies, etc. Nutrition and Fitness Socialization & Mentoring Parent Engagement & Involvement Friday Fun Day Activities