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306 North Main Street
Newton
Mississippi
Afterschool care, tutoring, and family support in Newton, MS.
About
Preparing and empowering students, families, and target neighborhoods.
On April 10, 2019, Afternoon Adventure Learning Center was established as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
The mission is to help improve the lives and education of at-risk students in grades K-12 who live in low-income areas, while supporting and providing resources to their families. The center promotes academic enrichment, health and wellness, financial literacy, job readiness, and social engagement.
Afternoon Adventure is preparing and empowering target neighborhoods for leadership in their communities and success in their personal lives.
The center is centrally located at 306 North Main Street in Downtown Newton, a family-friendly area close to Newton Elementary School, Newton High School, and the Newton Public Library. Newton Elementary is about a 5-minute drive away, Newton High is about a 7-minute drive away, and the library is about a 3-minute drive away. Bus transportation is available for students attending Newton Municipal School District schools. Families of students attending other schools are responsible for arranging transportation.
Leadership
Kristie Temple, Executive Director
Kristie Temple graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Accounting in 2003 and has held a Certified Mississippi Teacher license since 2008. She has worked in the public school system for over 15 years, teaching English, Math, and Special Education.
Kristie's interest in afterschool programs began when her own son attended afterschool and needed that one-on-one, small group learning environment. She is passionate about creating enriching and supportive learning experiences for all children.
Her favorite thing about what she does is developing relationships with the children that she teaches and their families. She believes that small class sizes and the development of a strong community allow her and her team to really know each child as an individual and to provide a solid and supportive foundation in the early years.
All teachers are CPR certified, have undergone a background check, received health and safety training, and hold a degree in Elementary Education, either an AA or BS, and/or hold a Mississippi Certified Teacher's license.
Center contacts
Executive Director: Kristie Temple
Director: Nita Rambo
Preferred direct line: 601-934-8978
Afterschool program: 601-357-9024
Programs
Five major components built for students and families.
Afternoon Adventure Learning Center's program was developed to teach high-risk, inner-city youth in grades K-12 and families the skills to become successful in life. Families comparing care options can also review our afterschool program details for Newton, MS.
Academic Enrichment
Afterschool and summer tutoring designed to improve academic, social, and personal development through one-on-one tutoring, small-group tutoring, homework help, enrichment and STEM activities, test preparation, mentoring and coaching, and parent engagement.
“Enrichment beyond the classroom”Health & Wellness
Exercise and physical activity classes, nutrition education, stress reduction and mental health resources, health screenings, community-based events, and daily healthy snacks, milk, and juice to help close the gap between lunch and dinner.
Financial Literacy
Budgeting and saving classes, debt management, investing and retirement planning, financial counseling, and consumer protection classes to help families make informed financial decisions.
Job Readiness
Job search skills, career exploration, workplace readiness, professional development, entrepreneurship training, job placement assistance, job fairs, high school diploma and GED preparation, college preparation, and financial aid help.
Social Engagement
Peer support groups, cultural and arts programs, community outreach, volunteer opportunities, cooking classes, celebrations, social events, Toys for Tots, Coats 4 Kids, back-to-school drives, and community support.
Afterschool & Summer Program
Prepare your child for the future. Success starts here.
Afternoon Adventure supports students during the school year and through summer with homework help, academic tutoring, reading and math instruction, enrichment activities, and personalized support in a fun, safe learning environment.
- After-school homework help and academic tutoring
- Summer reading and math support
- Enrichment activities, STEM, and field trips
- Snack provided
- Licensed and CPR-certified teachers
- Limited space available
GED prep & support
GED help, tutoring, and youth workforce support.
Take the next step toward your future with GED help and support. Afternoon Adventure connects older students with guidance, study resources, test preparation, and encouragement to help them earn a high school equivalency diploma and move toward their education and career goals.
The supporting flyer also includes youth workforce resources such as tutoring, job search support, work ethics training, paid work experience, life skills, transportation, childcare assistance, and other participation support.
Flyer contacts: Sandra Gallasp at sgallasp@smpdd.com and Jennifer Livingston at jlivingston@smpdd.com.
Learning spaces
A familiar place for tutoring, enrichment, and care.
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Resources
Parent Resources
Online enrollment
Complete the online enrollment form for staff review
Program basics
Ages, license, ratio, snacks, subsidy, and care details
Center closures
2025-2026 Newton Municipal School District schedule
Free reading evaluation
Schedule a free reading level evaluation
Events
Flyers, family support notices, and upcoming dates
Online enrollment form
Submit enrollment details for staff review.
Complete the family-friendly form below and the site will prepare a filled copy of the official enrollment application for review. Your information stays in your browser until you choose to download your copy or submit it securely to the center for staff review.
Original form source: Mississippi State Department of Health child care licensure packet, pages 32-33
Free reading evaluation
Get your child’s reading level evaluation free at Afternoon Adventure.
Families can schedule a free reading level evaluation to better understand where their child is now and what support would help next.
Contact the centerApply for Childcare Assistance
Child care payment certificates can help lower tuition.
MDHS Child Care Payment Certificates can reduce the weekly cost for eligible families and may make care free. Open the flyer to learn how to apply and what information to gather.
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IEP Help
Free tutoring support for students with IEPs.
Students with Individual Education Plans can receive focused tutoring, homework help, academic support, confidence building, and encouragement from caring tutors.
School transportation
School transportation to the center.
Bus transportation is available for students attending Newton Municipal School District schools. Families of students attending other schools are responsible for arranging transportation.
Program basics
Center care details
- Program typeCenter
- Program optionsAfterschool, Summer, GED Prep & Support, and Tutoring
- Age range5-18 years old
- License number51CCPA-7926
- Background checkYes
- Snacks1 per day
- Potty trainingRequired
- Language(s) supportedEnglish
- Ratio1:5 teachers to children
- Pay schedulesMonthly and weekly: $75/week or $300/month; $10 discount per child for families enrolling more than one child. MDHS Child Care Payment Certificates are accepted and may reduce or cover tuition for eligible families.
- Subsidized careAccepted
- TransportationBus transportation is available for students attending Newton Municipal School District schools. Families of students attending other schools are responsible for arranging transportation.
Center closures
2025-2026 school-year closure calendar.
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Community updates
Recent wins, classroom moments, and community support.
Student achievements, partner appreciation, classroom projects, and center updates.
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Events
Current flyers and family support notices.
Check community updates for recent photos, flyers, and announcements from Afternoon Adventure.
Donations
Give where it helps students directly.
Every gift helps Afternoon Adventure keep tutoring, enrichment, supplies, and family support available with practical, cost-conscious care.
All proceeds support educational and community enrichment.
Contact
Call the direct line or the afterschool program number.
Families can also send enrollment questions, reading evaluation requests, volunteer interest, or general questions through the form.
Preferred direct line: 601-934-8978 Afterschool program: 601-357-9024 ktemple@afternoonadventure.org 306 North Main Street, Newton, MS 39345