Kids who feel good about themselves have the confidence to try new things. They are more likely to try their best, cope with disappointment and mistakes in healthy ways, and persist when a task is challenging. Healthy self-esteem helps kids at school, home, and with friends. Read more at https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/self-esteem.html. #SEL #EPICAfterschoolTN Your Child’s Self-Esteem (for Parents) – KidsHealth Source

Research shows that children who attend afterschool programs have higher achievement scores and success in school. That’s why our programs exist! Learn how: https://www.kidcentraltn.com/education/school-readiness/use-afterschool-time-to-boost-school-success.html #UTExtensionAfterschool #EPICAfterschoolTN Use Afterschool Time to Boost School Success Source

We worked on building machines with circuits today. It was a great chance to practice problem solving and working in a group. #EPICAfterschoolTN #STEAM #hcbest4kids Source

We were featured on the news! The kids loved this. #EPICAfterschoolTN #hcbest4kidshttps://youtu.be/rdQKIpbo24s RULER Afterschool Source

We’ve been talking about the things that make us unique. It’s important to celebrate the things we enjoy and that make us who we are! #hcbest4kids #EPICAfterschoolTN #RULER Source

Have you ever wondered about how we are able to provide this afterschool program, free-of-cost, to students in this community? Thanks to the Tennessee Department of Education who support our programs! Read more: https://www.kidcentraltn.com/education/community—after-school-care/tennessee-s-extended-learning-and-afterschool-programs.html #UTExtensionAfterschool #EPICAfterschoolTN Tennessee’s Extended Learning and Afterschool Programs Source

We learned about sound waves and frequency today. It was an unforgettable experience! #EPICAfterschoolTN #STEAM #hcbest4kids Source

We learned about tessalations and created some works of art. Source

Rehearsing for our Parent Night. Source

Our students are spreading love and holiday cheer! They made crafts and ornaments for residents at Life Care Center in Centerville. Source