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Jumpstart Zanesville

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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.
 

College Students, Apply Now!
Change a child’s life and become a Jumpstart
Corps member. Chances are it may change
your life, too!

 

Contact Us:
Cindy Brenning, Jumpstart Site Manager
brenning@ohio.edu
(740) 588-1555
1425 Newark Rd.
Zanesville, OH 43701