Jumpstart Zanesville
@ Ohio University-Zanesville




Jumpstart Zanesville, located at the
Ohio University-Zanesville campus, joined the Jumpstart
network in 2003 and has developed strong partnerships across
the Zanesville community. Jumpstart Zanesville is committed to
working with local community programs and businesses including
the Muskingum County Head Start, the Zane Trace Association for
the Education of Young Children, American Eagle Outfitters and
Dillon Elementary School. Our mission is to increase school success,
family involvement and future teachers….one child at a time.
In 2004, 21 students from Ohio University-Zanesville completed more than
5,500 hours of service providing one-on-one literacy and social experiences
to children enrolled at Careytown Child Care Center. Students received
comprehensive training and on-going support to provide high quality early childhood
education programming. Ohio University-Zanesville students also have opportunities
to build strong leadership skills in working with families and community members.
In 2005, Jumpstart-Zanesville launched
a college course titled "Jumpstart for Young Children: A
Service Learning Reflective Workshop." This interactive
workshop combines community service with academic instruction
in the areas of child development, early literacy and social
skills, family involvement and civic responsibility. Ohio University-Zanesville
students received 6 credits for participating in this year long
course.
Upcoming Events Include:
May
Walk
for Literacy- The community will be invited
to Walk for Literacy to increase the awareness of the importance
of early reading. Literacy activities for children and families
as well as local community resources and entertainment will set the
tone for a fun, educational event.
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Contact
Us:
Cindy Brenning, Jumpstart Site Manager
brenning@ohio.edu
(740) 588-1555
1425 Newark Rd.
Zanesville, OH 43701
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