ELEMENT 9
PROGRAM SUSTAINABILITY/GROWTH
A quality program has a coherent vision/mission and a plan for increasing capacity that supports continuing growth.

A quality program:
Plan To Improve
1.*Has a written statement of mission and goals.
2. *Employs staff members who understand and embrace the program’s mission and goals.
3. Involves participants, families, staff, and board members in long-term decision-making and planning efforts.
4. Develops a long-term plan for sustaining the afterschool program.
5. Accesses resources within the community by seeking support from and building relationships with local businesses and institutions.
6. Forges relationships with advocates for program quality and availability, such as community leaders, businesses, and elected officials.
7. Has an effective marketing strategy that publicizes the program and its achievement within the school and broader community.
*Denotes items to be assessed prior to program start-up.
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