The Boys and Girls Club of the Piedmont Opens its Doors!

Organization Welcomes its First Set of Students on Opening Day in Statesville

The doors of the Boys and Girls Club of the Piedmont were officially open for business on Thursday April 16, 2009.

Students from the Molly McKay and Summit Village sites were chosen to be the first to break-in the new club. After club members did their homework and received tutoring, it was time for a look around.

Chief Professional Officer Crystal Pratt led a tour of the new facility. As the eager and energetic students followed behind from room to room, they jumped up and down, looked around in amazement and touched everything they could out of curiosity.

Members got a glimpse of the soon-to-be computer lab, dining area, drama room and dance room. During “Power Hour,” they received tutoring, played board games, engaged in fitness activities and played bingo.

The fun wasn’t limited to students. There was an orientation for parents to meet Pratt, who was hired two months ago, and learn about the club’s offerings and extended hours.

There will be limited programming for the next few weeks as the club gets up and running. Signature club programs will gradually be infused into the afternoon activities.

The Centralina Workforce Development Board and the Centralina Youth Council are strong partners with the Boys and Girls Club of the Piedmont and is happy to see their dream of opening their location accomplished. The Board and the Council look forward to seeing the great things that this organization will continue to do in the community. For more information on the Boys and Girls Club of the Piedmont, please call (704) 978-2460.