| Association of Village PRIDE, Inc. |
| "It takes a whole village to raise a child" --African Proverb |
| About the Association of Village PRIDE, Inc. |
| “The mission of the Association of Village PRIDE, Inc. is to assist youth from multicultural backgrounds to become conscious and productive citizens of society who will make significant contributions to their community.” |
| AUDRA NICOLE OLIVER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND |
The Association of Village PRIDE, Inc. offers scholarships to seniors attending Fayette County Schools
who meet the scholarship criteria. This scholarship started in 2002 with the loss of Audra Nicole Oliver
to sickle cell. Click the "Audra Nicole Oliver Memorial Scholarship" link on the left for more information.
who meet the scholarship criteria. This scholarship started in 2002 with the loss of Audra Nicole Oliver
to sickle cell. Click the "Audra Nicole Oliver Memorial Scholarship" link on the left for more information.
| "It is our responsibility as adults to insure that every child and every youth have the right and the opportunity to achieve their highest potential" |
| FAMILY SUPPORT |
- The Parent Connection
The Parent Connection consists of a committee of parents who have children enrolled in one or more of
the AVP programs. The purpose of the committee is to assist and support the programs based on
request from the Executive Director. Meetings are held periodically. We welcome all interested parents.
the AVP programs. The purpose of the committee is to assist and support the programs based on
request from the Executive Director. Meetings are held periodically. We welcome all interested parents.
- Harmony Village Family Learning Resource Center
At the Harmony Village Apartments in Peachtree City, AVP sponsors a family learning center for
residents of the complex. The center has computers with Internet access and printers. AVP staffs the
center and works with the residents to identify program opportunities that would help both adult sand
students in a variety of skill development areas
residents of the complex. The center has computers with Internet access and printers. AVP staffs the
center and works with the residents to identify program opportunities that would help both adult sand
students in a variety of skill development areas
| YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS |
- READING RIGHT (at Harmony Village)
AVP sponsors an after-school reading program for elementary age students residing in Harmony Village
to help improve reading skills. This is done through book-clubs, computer assisted learning, drama and
reading skill assessment. AVP provides staff but continually seeks community volunteers to give
students one-on-one attention.
- BRIDGES PROGRAM (at Harmony Village)
AVP in partnership with Rising Starr Middle School and Harmony Properties provides volunteers,
tutors, and access to computers and Internet to support middle school students residing at
Harmony Village and attending Rising Starr Middle School
- RITES OF PASSAGE (Middle School Program)
This all year curriculum based program was created to help middle school students develop an
awareness of themselves, their history as well as teaching them how to make healthy choices. This
program includes cultural field trips, an annual ski trip, community service projects, and leadership skills
development opportunities.
- YOUTH LEADERS (High School Program)
This program specifically designed for high school students focuses on the further cultivation of
leadership skills and involvement in community service. Community leaders and school personnel help
identify students who meet the standards for participation in this program. Youth Leaders serve as
mentors nd role models for younger students. They provide leadership in the sponsoring of a number of
community-wide events. Through service and active participation, members are provided with a variety
of opportunities to further develop their leadership skills.
One of the goals of the program is to have students take responsibility for their lives through their
positive actions and behavior as well as to see themselves as future leaders of their community, state
and country. These students are involved in the variety of community service projects and opportunities
that help them in their leadership skills.
| HISTORY OF THE ORGANIZATION |
In the fall of 1996 some citizens of Fayette County from a variety of backgrounds came together to
discuss what could be done as parents and community members to help our children prepare themselves
to be successful in the global economy. Questions that immediately came up were: What skills and
attributes do our children need to possess to be competitive in the 21st century? How can we provide
the kind of support through both their formal education and social development to help our children
successfully negotiate their environment and become productive contributing members of society?
For over a year the group explored the issues that students were experiencing in Fayette County. A
parent/student forum was held so that parents and students could share their concerns and to discuss
possible solutions. The students in particular spoke in great detail about the challenges they faced
growing up and being educated in Fayette County.
The Association of Village PRIDE (People Respecting the Identity Development in Everyone)
Incorporated was created to help address the issues voiced by students and parents. The year 2006
marks AVP's 8th year of offering Youth Development Programs. AVP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization. AVP currently seeks and receives grants and donations to fund its mission.
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