Preparations were underway for the new school year, and the Summer Lunch Program, hosted by LINC for nine weeks during the summer, was coming to a close. This was the 8th week (July 24-28) of the 9 week program, and the theme was Glow Week. Black lights glowed and neon-splattered cloths lit up the tables.
Red Tree Church was the sponsor for this week, and Rick Tucker organized, recruited helpers, and did a great job of serving the children this week. After serving the children lunch, they engaged the children with songs, games and other fun activities. The room was abuzz with excitement as the kids finished their lunch, and focused for a while on exploring the rewards they had selected from the extensive collection provided. Then they were off to join in the next activity.
Kathy Thompson (Executive Director) and Angela McAllister (Staff) structured the Summer Lunch Program rewards system towards building the children’s self-esteem and recognizing each child for their active participation and accomplishments during the Summer Lunch Program. They personally honored each child individually…calling each child’s name, enthusiastically inviting the child to select their reward choices from the collection awaiting them, and praising them for a job well done.
If only every child had such opportunities during the summer school break…. Help spread the news that LINC cares and is here to help.
