Chad Hudson, Executive Director of the Hancock County Boys and Girls Clubs of Hancock County spoke to Kiwanis about his background and the state of children throughout the country as well as Hancock County. Hudson grew up in Hancock County and spent his childhood playing at the Club, He reminisced about Jim Andrews. Hudson spent time teaching in elementary, alternative and adult schools before becoming the Executive Director.
He compared the audience's 80% participation in scouts, athletic programs, and similar programs to 25% for today children.
He noted that nationally
each day:
- 16,200 children 4th grade through 12th grade are suspended from school.
- 2,800 teenagers dropout of school.
- 1,800 children are abused
- 3,600 children are arrested, 384 for drugs, 167 for violent crimes
- 21 children die from murder or suicide
The Boys and Girls Club provides services for children regardless of their ability to pay. In 2015, 552 children were served. So far through 2016, 612 children have been served.
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