Green Bank After School programs were discontinued this year inasmuch as application by Pocahontas Schools for funding through 21st Century Community Learning Center grants was unsuccessful.

In the previous three years many children were served four days a week after school let out. The program was held at Green Bank School.

The school system with support from PCFL will be making application this spring, 2005, for funding after school programs for next year.

Children are welcome to be at Green Bank Library anytime. A number of children do visit the library after school is let out. Although our librarians are unable to provide a structured program, they do assist children in homework needs, encourage them to use their time well, and provide a safe place indoors. Children, however, are the overall responsibility of their parents. Since a program is not in place, children are not restrained from coming or going to the library. Thus the librarians and libraries cannot assume responsibility for children outside the premises.