This year LEAP has been made possible thanks to CCE’s partnership with Allendale Columbia School, our wonderful and dynamic LEAP staff, our reliable snack donor, and the Warner School of Education for their unwavering support!
LEAP End-of-Year Celebration
On April 26, 2025, Glenn Cerosaletti, Director of the Center for Community Engagement, joined the Learning, Exploring At Play (LEAP) staff, along with the kids and their families, to joyfully celebrate the students’ achievements during the LEAP graduation. The event marked a meaningful close to the year, highlighting the growth, dedication, and community spirit shared by all involved.
See our LEAP Graduation ’24-’25 video HERE!
LEAP Field Day: Learning Beyond the Classroom
At the end of the academic year, the LEAP staff organized a Field Day to give students the opportunity to explore new and engaging forms of learning beyond the traditional Saturday sessions. The event allowed kids to experience hands-on activities, outdoor games, and creative challenges that promote fun, teamwork, as well as curiosity in a relaxed environment.
LEAP All-Staff Training
Before the commencement of LEAP Saturday sessions, all LEAP staff are trained on classroom management, mood regulation, creating effective communication skills, and team building.
The Associate Director, Team Leaders, Tutors, and LEAP Kids Celebrate Together
On April 26, 2025, the LEAP graduation was filled with joy and pride as Dr. Halima Therese Gbaguidi, Associate Director of the Center for Community Engagement, joined the kindergarten through fifth grade teams to celebrate the remarkable progress of the LEAP students. The event captured the spirit of growth and community, with smiles, laughter, and heartfelt recognition of the students’ achievements.
written by Dr. Halima Gbaguidi, CCE Associate Director