The Big Give

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Back to School Parade & The Big Give Family Fun Fest
August 9th, 2019

 

Parade: 6:00-6:30 | Big Give: 6:30-8:30
Held at Four Winds Field

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Why After School Programs?

Students who participate in these extracurricular programs have lower dropout rates and are less likely to engage in risky behavior.

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15%

Higher
Attendance

Students who participate in extracurricular activities have a 15% higher classroom attendance rate.

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53

Points Higher
On SAT Scores

Math SAT scores improved by 45 points and verbal by 53 for students involved in extracurricular activities

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10%

Lower
Dropout Rate

One study found dropout rates among athletes at 1% compared to 11% for those not in extracurricular programs.

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220k

Kids Unsupervised
After School

123,163 students are enrolled in after school programs. 220,573 are alone and unsupervised after school.

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You Can Help!

The first way you can help is to bring your friends and family out to The Big Give being held at Four Winds Field. Admission is free and there will be a variety of activities happening. Corporations are the lifeblood that sustain The South Bend Alumni Association’s ability to provide grants to support our extracurricular activities. Support from local community leaders shapes the education and opportunities available to our students. Contributions to The Big Give become: music stands for the school orchestra; allows robotics and mock trial to compete at the state level; props and costumes for the drama clubs and equipment and uniforms for our athletic teams.

The Big Give allows programs to exist where young people can discover their talents and passion. By attending The Big Give, your support will help the South Bend Alumni Association continue to foster a better future for tomorrow’s leaders.

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