What do after-school programs mean to you?

Milwaukee Public Schools&after-school programs will host a student talent showcase called Turn on the Talent on Wednesday, April 29 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Audubon Technology and Communication Middle School/High School, 3300 S. 39th Street. Eleven student groups will perform for an audience of their peers, teachers, parents, and community leaders. The acts will include choreographed hip-hop routines, spoken word, and vocal performances. Due to limited seating, Turn on the Talent is closed to the public, but media representatives are encouraged to attend. This is the ninth Turn on the Talent showcase. To watch performances from the last event, visit www.MilwaukeeRecreation.net/tot-2014. Milwaukee&Turn on the Talent event is part of a nationwide effort to highlight the importance of quality after-school programs. According to the Afterschool Alliance, 33% (317,993) of Wisconsin K-12 youth are responsible for taking care of themselves after school. When surveyed, 31% (265,861) would be likely to participate in an after-school program if it were available in their community. For thousands of Milwaukee children, after-school programs represent a safe place to go for homework help, enrichment activities, healthy snacks, and positive social interaction. The Milwaukee Public Schools&after-school programs serve more than 15,000 students each year at over 100 locations. These programs prepare youth to succeed in the classroom and become productive members...