Purple & Gold Connections is a out of school time academic enrichment program developed in partnership with Waynesboro Public Schools and JMU's Department of Social Work. It is funded through a 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant from the Virginia Department of Education. Community partners include the JMU Professor-in-Residence Program, the Waynesboro, Staunton, Augusta County Boys & Girls Club, the Shenandoah Valley Office on Youth, Blue Ridge Food Bank and other entities. Our primary goal is to assist high school students in developing life plans. We ask - "What will you after high school graduation?"
During the 2011-2012 academic year we served 284 students through our programing which included Little Giant University (LGU), Mentoring, Saturday for Science (S4S), college trips, enrichment activities, and Family Night events. All students are welcome to participate in our activities.
During the 2012-2013 academic year we served 358 WHS students through our programing.
You can find our office at Waynesboro High School, Room 236
During the 2011-2012 academic year we served 284 students through our programing which included Little Giant University (LGU), Mentoring, Saturday for Science (S4S), college trips, enrichment activities, and Family Night events. All students are welcome to participate in our activities.
During the 2012-2013 academic year we served 358 WHS students through our programing.
You can find our office at Waynesboro High School, Room 236
Programs Purple & Gold Connections offers during the school year:
1. Little Giant University (LGU): After school assistance with homework, math, & enrichment activities. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:20 to 5:30 p.m. Nutritious snack daily and transportation provided on Tuesdays and Thursdays by Waynesboro Public Schools . Math help is available each day.
We welcome back all the WHS teachers/staff who have made these activities possible and look forward to working with more instructors this year!
- Computers
- - boost your use of basic software such as WORD or EXCEL
- Touchable Science
- - hands on science experiences including dissecting!
- Academic & Social Groups
- - groups to address students' developmental needs - stress & time management, improving study habits, learning styles, cyber bullying, substance use, etc.
- Bee Club
- - learn about honeybees!
2. Scholar's Program: Students explore academic success including science topics, technology and will travel to meet university scientist on Saturdays. Preparation occurs on selected Thursdays as part of Little Giant University. Available for second semester freshman with a GPA of 2.5 or higher recommended.
3. Mentoring Program: WHS students are matched with a JMU student for a semester to develop academic goals and personal goals. Mentors provide support for positive decision making and preparation for life after high school. Mentor are assigned during the Family Night. If interested please let us know!
4. College & Enrichment Trips: These trips will be announced through out the year. Keep your ears tuned in and sign up at the guidance office!
5. CyberPatriots! : Students will learn about Cyberdefense and enter a national competition for high school students. Cyberdefense means protecting Internet connected devices from attack from viruses, worms and such. Students will work with the JMU Cyberdenfense Team/Computer Science Department. Possible scholarships for competition winners by the Air Force Association. Teams form immediately.
Programs Purple & Gold offers during the summer:
1. Stepping to Success (S2): Four-week collaborative project-based learning summer enrichment program.
2. The BIG Step Transitional Program: Program designed for students moving between middle school to high school - what a BIG step!
3. College Prep: Thinking about going to college? Get your questions answered and learn the process.
3. College Prep: Thinking about going to college? Get your questions answered and learn the process.
For more information on any of our programs contact: Charmaine Cupp, Site Coordinator, WHS - Room 236, everetcs@jmu.edu or 540-830-1396
