Ventura Elementary School

Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center

What is the purpose of the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)?

The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) initiative is the only federally funded source dedicated exclusively to out-of-school-time programs. Our program supports student participants in meeting the state’s rigorous academic standards. Funded programs are designed to align with state and school goals and specifically assist targeted students in their school-day learning objectives. The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers build and sustain comprehensive out-of-school-time programs that provide high-quality academic and personal enrichment opportunities for students. These programs meaningfully engage adult family members in helping their children succeed academically.

Children engaged in various activities, reading and using a laptop, in a library setting.

For more information and eligibility criteria please contact our Site Coordinators:

Denise Soto (denise.soto@osceolashools.net)

Sarah Etchey (sarah.etchey@osceolaschools.net)

2025-2026 Program Period: August 18, 2025 - March 13, 2026
2025-2026 Program Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:25 PM - 6:25 PM

A collage of students engaged in different activities: using computers, experimenting, and crafting.

A group of diverse people stand near a sign that says 'Intent to Apply' with a city skyline in the background.

🏫We are overjoyed to announce our intent to apply to bring back the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers to Ventura Elementary! These centers are "heartbeat spaces" designed to wrap our children in love, support, and endless opportunities to grow.

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Website last updated April 2026