Oak Park After School Program

Shawanoe Elementary serves students in kindergarten through grade six. It offers academic instruction in language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. The school additionally conducts fine arts, music and physical education classes. Shawanoe Elementary provides various health care services, such as medications and immunizations. It employs counselors who provide guidance and support services to students, teachers and parents. The school supports a student council and safety patrol and choir clubs. Shawanoe Elementary also organizes parent orientation nights and offers the English Language Learners program. In addition, it operates the Just Say No Club, which offers opportunities to students to learn how to make safe and healthy choices as they enter the teenage years. The school is located in Shawnee Mission, Kan., and is a part of the Shawnee Mission School District.

Founded in 1897, Della Lamb Community Services is a nonprofit organization that provides child care and related services for low-income families. It organizes education, athletic, recreational and cultural activities, as well as offers drug and violence preventative programs for children and youths of ages 5 to 18. The organization has a sports ministry that provides cheerleading, tutoring and summer camping programs. Additionally, it offers early education, transportation and emergency services. The organization also distributes a variety of groceries, including meat, vegetables and fruits, and starch and personal care items. In addition, it supplies deodorant, toothpaste, toilet paper, and laundry, bath and dishwashing soaps. The organization operates an adult education, social services, distribution and transportation centers, as well as a thrift store and elementary charter school. It is a member of the Heart of America United Way. Della Lamb Community Services is located in Kansas City, Mo.