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Please take a few minutes to answer these short questions about programs for children in your area.
1. Do you feel there are enough youth programs offered in the area surrounding your home in the 95th district?
Yes
No
The events seem to be geared towards school-age children
2. If no, what kinds of youth programs do you feel are needed in your community?
Artistic endeavors
Recreation/Sports
Multi-cultural
Educational tutoring/after school-programs
Music/Dance
Technology focus
Hands on experiences/creativity building experiences
Family-centered activities that encourage parental involvement
Innovative summer camps
Does not apply
3. Does your child/grandchild (if you have children/grandchildren) participate in any programs currently offered?
Yes
No
I don't have children or grandchildren
4. If yes, what programs do they participate in?
5. If yes, what prompted the child to get involved?
A friend
School newsletter
Venue
Parent/grandparent encouragement
6. If your child does not participate in any activities, what is the reason?
Not age appropriate
Too expensive
Inconvenient to my home or work
Child not interested
Too much of a time commitment
Does not apply
7. Ideally, who would offer these programs?
Local or county government
Nonprofits
Neighborhood associations
Schools
Parks
Libraries
8. What age are your children or grandchildren who would be participating in youth programs?
9. In terms of quality, rank from 1-5, with 5 being the most pressing for your family, what you value most in a youth program? [RANK 1-5]
Affordability
Convenience to home or work
Quality of the teachers or counselors
Challenging curriculum
Inspires creativity and decision making
The ability to stay involved and connected with my child
Please provide any additional comments in the box below.
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