During a recent government meeting, officials expressed strong support for a local after-school program that has demonstrated remarkable success in student retention and graduation rates. The program, which serves 165 students, boasts a 100% graduation rate, with no dropouts reported among participants. This achievement was highlighted by Miss Toni, a representative of the program, who noted that last year, they served a total of 852 students across various schools.

The council members reacted positively to these statistics, with Vice Chair President Pro Tem Parks emphasizing the program's effectiveness and the importance of continued funding. \"This is the kind of program that makes the hair on the back of our neck stand up,\" Parks stated, underscoring the program's alignment with the council's goals for educational support.

The meeting concluded with a commitment from council members to explore ongoing partnerships and funding opportunities to ensure the program's sustainability and continued success in the community.