Students often experience a "summer slide," due to a lack of access to affordable programs that help them use and expand on what they learned in school. That’s why Cornerstone Bank recently donated $5,000 to the Mustard Seed Catholic Worker Community. The organization provides summer enrichment to rising third and fourth graders from Elm Park and Chandler Street Elementary schools.
“We believe all students need access to resources, mentors and opportunities to help them thrive,” said Cornerstone Bank CEO Todd Tallman. “We are proud to lend our ongoing support to the Mustard Seed organization and the academic, social and physical programs it offers.”
The summer enrichment program is designed to help students transition successfully to increased academic demands and achieve success. The program offers daily academics, activities, athletics and twice-weekly field trips to aid in the development of well-rounded individuals who will enter the next school year prepared to learn.
The program’s goals are to help students develop their communication skills with peers and staff, live a healthier lifestyle, feel a sense of belonging, adopt responsible decision-making skills, grow more confident, take pride in their work and understand the importance of asking questions. Cornerstone Bank donated $4,000 to the Mustard Seed Catholic Worker Community in 2023 and $3,000 in 2022.
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