UCP of Central Florida Early Childhood Aftercare

Authors

• Mia R. Robinson, University of Central FloridaFollow
• Ana S. Rodriguez CaballeroFollow

Streaming Media

Files

Course Code

LDR

Course Number

3215

Faculty/Instructor

Dr. Stacey Malaret

Faculty/Instructor Email

stacey.malaret@ucf.edu

About the Author

We are second year LEAD scholar students within a course that focuses on the special needs community. The Service Learning we worked with was a charter school called UCP of Central Florida at the Early Childhood Academy. Thanks to Dr. Stacey Malaret, we were able to have the opportunity to meet Matt Hartigan who further developed our connection and ties with UCP of Central Florida.

You can view the video presentation at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pWNyrhX-LP4e-w_kvBNpXmNZ-DvhVQ4V/view?usp=drive_link

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

Throughout the semester we dedication 50+ combined hours to volunteer at UCP of Central Florida, a charter school that aims to end the stigma of individuals with special needs by keeping all students in an inclusive classroom. During the time each student will have resources to help them achieve their full potential. We worked in the aftercare section where we were able to help develop motor skills, social skills, and overall create an inclusive environment for the children. We worked primarily with the toddlers, where the main focus was developmental skills and working on basic tasks. Overall while working at UCP it gave us a sense of community in which we are able to give back to not only those who need but those who are the future of the world.

Keywords

Special Needs, Aftercare

Recommended Citation

Robinson, Mia R. and Rodriguez Caballero, Ana S., "UCP of Central Florida Early Childhood Aftercare" (2024). High Impact Practices Student Showcase Fall 2024. 61.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hip-2024fall/61