• Fast Facts
    app County Schools A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS Program works collaboratively with the principal, classroom teachers and support staff to integrate quality extended learning time into the plans and goals of each school. 

    An integral component of the regular school program

    • Site coordinators are available to work with school staff to meet the individual needs of students. Site coordinators work each day until 6 p.m.
    • Monthly information is distributed to A.S.P.I.R.E.PLUS families about school-wide events, programming and activities.
    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS staff collaborates with families and school staff to enhance the feeling of a school family.
    • Quarterly parent meetings and/or student programs promote family engagement.
    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS supports the school by teaching behavior expectations for staff and students, creating a respectful and positive environment.

    Supporting academic goals

    • K-5th grade students are invited to participate
    • This is a fee-based program requiring parents to pay a weekly fee which provides teachers extended pay to work with children in small groups for twelve hours each week plus an additional hour of planning time.
    • Daily teacher-directed activities are aligned with Common Core and Essential Standards and are currently being updated to align with the North Carolina Common Core and Essential Standards. 
      A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS provides regular access to technology to help improve 21st Century Learning Skills.
    • Reading lets adults model fluency and enthusiasm for literature.
    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS collaborates with community partners and approved vendors to provide enrichment programming and field trips that enhance student learning.

    Homework time

    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS provides time for students to work on homework assignments; however, we are not a homework club.  Parents are encouraged to review homework daily with their child.
    • Each A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS site coordinator communicates individual student needs related to homework to parents and teachers.
    • Supplies and materials are accessible to students in an environment appropriate for study.
    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS staff monitor and provide assistance on homework assignments.

    Nutrition and physical activity

    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS provides a light supper that meets or exceeds federal, state, and local nutritional guidelines and addresses individual dietary needs.
    • A.S.P.I.R.E. PLUS offers daily outside recreation to promote physical activity.