Social and Emotional Learning at the Bob Burdette Center
At the Bob Burdette Center, we focus on the well-being of our students in many ways. In past blog posts we have discussed some of our academic focuses, such as one-to-one tutoring, as well as our emphasis on physical well-being through CACFP. While these areas are important, they are not the only factors that contribute to a child’s overall development. Interacting with peers in a kind and respectful manner ... Continue Reading »
Charley West BBQ Fest Is Gearing Up
We are officially four months out from the annual Charley West BBQ Fest! The Charley West BBQ Fest is our annual fundraiser supporting the Bob Burdette Center. This year’s event will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on May 16, 2026, at City Center at Slack Plaza in Charleston, WV. The festival will feature three barbecue cooking competitions and live music throughout the event.
Two of the cooking competitions ... Continue Reading »
Focusing On Creativity
A Month Full of Color, Curiosity, and Learning
January is International Creativity Month! The new year is the perfect time to celebrate imagination, curiosity, and self-expression. Creativity is something we strive to foster at the Bob Burdette Center. It is more than just art projects as it is a vital part of how children learn, grow, and discover who they are. Creativity is the ability ... Continue Reading »Feeding Young Minds
How CACFP Helps Us Make a Difference
At the Bob Burdette Center, we are committed to supporting our students in every way we can. One way we do this is by providing a meal and a snack to them every day. To help us provide food for our students, we participate in a program called the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The CACFP ... Continue Reading »Winter Break Is Over, Let the Fun Begin!
The Bob Burdette Center Welcomes Students Back For 2026
Yesterday, we welcomed students back to the Bob Burdette Center after winter break! All three of our sites were open, active, and excited to be back in action. Although the holiday season was exciting, we were ecstatic to welcome the students back for the first afterschool program day of 2026. On our first day back, we took some ... Continue Reading »The Importance of Reading
Reading is an everyday activity that occurs countless times throughout the day. Whether it’s a book, a street sign, or a map, reading is deeply ingrained in our society. Many adults check their cell phones multiple times a day, and students often use iPads or Chromebooks provided by schools, which deliver large amounts of information. Much of this information comes in the form of written messages that require reading ... Continue Reading »