For decades, afterschool programs have provided California students with safe, nurturing environments that help them grow and succeed. Afterschool programs increase graduation rates, improve attendance and close achievement gaps. And I'm personally very, very grateful to the men and women who watch my kids, who help them, who are on a first name basis with my kids every day after school. (00:59–01:06)
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Asserts that afterschool programs have positive impacts on graduation rates, attendance, and achievement gaps.
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