"Children who start school behind their peers are likely to slip further and further behind. Schools, under pressure to stick to a fast-paced curriculum, are not always equipped to provide enough individual attention to help kids catch up. And parents who struggle economically have less time—and often, ability—to help with schoolwork."
Connect OC
Connect OC
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Who We Are Our nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization consists of educators, parents, and community members who want to be part of the solution to the academic achievement gap present in today's educational institutions. By volunteering our time and talents to help children close the learning gap, we are impacting the success of future generations. |
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Mission Statement
Appy Time For Learning supports the academic achievement of early learners who are living in poverty and are performing below grade level expectations by integrating educational technology that promotes interactive learning, creativity, and problem solving.
Vision Statement
Appy Time For Learning believes that technology must be an integral part of the educational learning environment in order to better prepare all children for success in an ever-changing and diverse world. Technology can improve communication, enhance thinking skills, and develop life skills empowering students to be college and career ready.
Values
1. Every child should have an equal opportunity to learn.
2. We believe that 1:1 instruction with a child allows for a deeper understanding of how he or she learns best and builds on their strengths while targeting the areas of need.
3. We believe that it is important to understand the challenges our children’s families face in the communities we serve.
4. We believe a strong digital citizenship begins with children’s access to emerging technologies.
5. We value adult interactions with children that build confidence in academic learning and provide a learning environment where children embrace challenges as opportunities for further growth.
6. We value personal relationships and positive interactions that help build trust with the students, school staff, and the families we serve.
7. We are providing an avenue to those who want to make a difference volunteering in underserved communities.
8. We celebrate small victories, one child at a time.
Appy Time For Learning Advisory Board Members
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Patricia Mack-Preston-Executive Director Patricia is a veteran teacher of thirty years for Howard County Public Schools. She taught elementary age children in both regular and special education. After retiring in July, 2015, she continues to work as a consultant for the special education department. In addition, she taught early childhood education courses for 17 years at Villa Julie College, now Stevenson University. |
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Aaron Chiusano Aaron is the Communications and Multimedia Specialist at the Maryland Center for School Safety. He is a McDaniel graduate with a background in film and media production. He has volunteered with Hero’s Helping Hopkins and Veterans on the Hill during his time at McDaniel. He has a passion for helping those around him and making a positive difference in his community. |
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Lorraine Clemmer Lorraine brings decades of volunteer experience devoted to arts & education. Throughout her life, she has been dedicated to encouraging creativity and creative learning. She draws ideas through her working experience as an architect and her various volunteer experiences. Most recently, she served as a Cultural Arts coordinator for the PTA bringing enriching programs to her local elementary school. |
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Carolyn Eichler Carolyn has been an accountant for over thirty years . Prior to volunteering with Appytime, she volunteered for the Carroll County Public School System. |
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Debbie Finch Debbie is a health educator and student government adviser with Carroll County Public Schools. Her prior professional experience includes public relations, corporate and community health education, community organization and volunteer management, fund raising, and staff training and development. She has Bachelors degree in School and Community Health, and Master's degree in Health Science. |
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Theresa Yodzis Theresa earned a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood/ Elementary Education and taught 2nd grade in the Howard County Public School System for 3 years. She followed that time with a career as a technical instructor for an industry leading technology firm and as a volunteer for both local school systems and adult learning. |
Carroll County Head Start Volunteers
Mary Ann Winterling Volunteers
Partnerships
ATFL is proud to have partnerships with 5 public schools:
Mount View Middle School: Address: 12101 Woodford Drive, Marriottsville, MD 21104
http://mvms.hcpss.org
Shiloh Middle School: Address: 3675 Willow Street, Hampstead, MD 21074
https://www.carrollk12.org/schools/middle/sms/
West Friendship Elementary School: Address: 12500 Frederick Road, West Friendship, MD 21794
wfes.hcpss.org
Crossroads Community Church: Address: 895 Leidy Road, Westminster, MD 21157
http://crossroads140.com
Ebb Valley Elementary School: Address: 3100 Swiper Drive, Manchester, MD 21102
https://www.carrollk12.org/schools/elementary/eve/Pages/default.aspx
