FKO News

March 25, 2024

FKO Leaders Present at National Afterschool Association Convention

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) proudly announces that District Director Nick Jean Baptiste, Deputy Director Briana Flannery, and Site Director Pat Shea, had the esteemed privilege of hosting a workshop titled “Staffing Success: A Full-Time Formula for Retention and Program Quality” at the National AfterSchool Association’s National Afterschool Convention in Dallas, Texas.

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Program Highlights

August 5, 2024

FKO Revere Olympic Week Fun!

FKO Revere hosted their very own Olympic Games “marathon”! FKO staff went above and beyond to make this special event happen. The race was split into smaller parts, ensuring every child who wanted to participate had a chance! With support from the Revere Police Department and Mayor Keefe’s Office, staff were stationed along the sidewalk […]

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Program Highlights

July 2, 2024

Author Windy Pham Reads her Bilingual Book to FKO Children!

A huge thank you to our wonderful friend and author, Windy Pham, for visiting the FKO Welch and Carroll School programs yesterday! Windy read her bilingual book, ‘Taste the Rainbow’, which explores fruits and vegetables in both Vietnamese and English. After the reading, children enjoyed tasting some of the fruits and vegetables from the book […]

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Program Highlights

May 15, 2024

Exciting News from FKO at Center School in Peabody!

The young entrepreneurs have been buzzing with creativity and enthusiasm as they dive into their Lemonade Stand PBL (Project Based Learning!) Get ready to be impressed as they unveil their lemonade stands at their upcoming Family Night! Stay tuned for more details – we can’t wait for you to see all their hard work!

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Organizational Announcements

March 25, 2024

FKO Leaders Present at National Afterschool Association Convention

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) proudly announces that District Director Nick Jean Baptiste, Deputy Director Briana Flannery, and Site Director Pat Shea, had the esteemed privilege of hosting a workshop titled “Staffing Success: A Full-Time Formula for Retention and Program Quality” at the National AfterSchool Association’s National Afterschool Convention in Dallas, Texas.

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Press

January 3, 2024

FKO Receives State Earmark for Full-Time Group Leader Initiative

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) is thrilled to announce the receipt of a significant earmark from the State of Massachusetts in support of the groundbreaking Full-Time Group Leader Initiative. This public funding made possible through the leadership of Representative Joe McGonagle and dedicated efforts of other elected officials marks a crucial milestone in FKO’s commitment […]

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Organizational Announcements

December 22, 2023

FKO’s Annual Holiday Toy Drive!

We are overwhelmed by all the support this holiday season. Thanks to generous donations, over 500 children will be receiving toys, books, pajamas and more. We are extremely honored to be a part of such an incredible community. Thank you for leaving your heartprint on us and the children of FKO.

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December 1, 2023

United Way of Massachusetts Bay Invests in FKO to Advance Equitable Communities

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) is honored to announce its selection as one of 124 organizations partnering with United Way of Massachusetts Bay in a groundbreaking new approach aimed at eradicating the conditions that perpetuate poverty and economic injustice. Through this unprecedented collaboration, United Way of Massachusetts Bay will invest more than $56 million in […]

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November 1, 2023

FKO Hosts Visit For Revere Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe During STEM Week

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO), a leading provider of afterschool educational programs, had the honor of welcoming Revere Acting Mayor Patrick Keefe during Massachusetts STEM Week. The visit was a significant event that showcased the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education for young minds.

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October 4, 2023

FKO Partners with Healthy Peabody Collaborative to Launch FKO L.E.A.D.S Program

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO), a leading provider of out-of-school time (OST) care, is proud to announce its partnership with the Healthy Peabody Collaborative, a program of the Peabody Police Department and to introduce the FKO L.E.A.D.S program (Learn, Empower, Advocate, Discover, and Serve). This innovative enrichment program is designed to promote leadership qualities and […]

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September 12, 2023

FKO to Open Winthrop Facility for Infant and Toddler Community Playgroup

For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO) will utilize their newly constructed Winthrop facility by running an infant and toddler Community Playgroup during school day mornings. After a highly successful six-week pilot in the spring of 2023, this innovative program is set to resume on October 2nd, and will provide a welcoming space for parents and caregivers […]

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