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Policy Studies Associates, Inc., 2019
In 2019, Policy Studies Associates conducted an evaluation of the Free Library of Philadelphia's Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP), focused on identifying program strategies to support early literacy development. The recommendations that emerged from this evaluation for the Free Library can also inform the efforts of other public…
Descriptors: Literacy Education, Library Services, Preschool Children, Early Childhood Education
Policy Studies Associates, Inc., 2019
With more than 25 years of experience providing library-based out-of-school time (OST) programming to Philadelphia children and youth in grades preK-12, LEAP (Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program) offers insights into the distinct operations and contributions of drop-in programs. A 2019 evaluation of LEAP, conducted by Policy Studies…
Descriptors: Literacy Education, Library Services, Preschool Children, Early Childhood Education
Policy Studies Associates, Inc., 2019
Grounded in the Free Library's mission to "advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire curiosity" and commitment to being an open and accessible community resource, LEAP (Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program) offers afterschool drop-in academic support and enrichment at libraries throughout Philadelphia. These promising strategies…
Descriptors: Literacy Education, Library Services, Preschool Children, Early Childhood Education
Russell, Christina A.; Meredith, Julie – Policy Studies Associates, Inc., 2019
The Free Library of Philadelphia's Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program (LEAP) is a key part of Philadelphia's comprehensive citywide Out-of-School Time (OST) system. For more than 25 years, the Free Library has offered children academic support and enrichment through LEAP, a free, voluntary, and drop-in program. At the request of the Free…
Descriptors: Literacy Education, Library Services, Preschool Children, Early Childhood Education