Meadowthorpe Family Resource Center Information

Mary Jo Dendy, MSW-- Coordinator

Since 1994, the Family Resource Center (FRC) has served two schools, Sandersville (formerly Linlee) and Meadowthorpe. The FRC provides a variety of programs and services to enhance student success. All children enrolled in these schools and their families can use the FRC.

Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm

Meadowthorpe: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Fridays split

Early morning or evening by appointment. Open all year (summer hours may vary)

Telephone: Meadowthorpe (859-381-3526) Please leave a message.

Email: maryjo.dendy@fayette.kyschools.us

For more information about Kentucky Family Resource and  Youth Service Centers click here.

The Meadowthorpe FRC Advisory Counvil meets six times a year during the school year to oversee services and programs. The Advisory Council is composed of parents, school staff, and community representatives. All meetings are open to the public- anyone may attend the meetings.

2017-2018 FRC Advisory Council Meetings

Wednesdays, 3:30-4:15pm

August 30, 2017- Sandersville

October 11, 2017- Meadowthorpe

December 6, 2017- Sandersville

February 7, 2018- Meadowthorpe

April 18, 2018- Sandersville

June 6, 2018- Meadowthorpe

Family Resource Center Services Provided:

Limited Assistance with Basic Needs and Community Referrals

God's Pantry referrals, cleaning supplies, school supplies, eye exams, health and dental needs, GED programs, holiday programs, clothing, weekend backpack food, crisis needs

Family storytimes/family nights

Fun events that include activities like dinner, reading, fitness, and crafts

Family lunch days

Scheduled by grade level and special Grandparent lunches in the Fall

All in the family

Monthly support group for family members raising relatives' children

Student programs

A variety of programs such as academic recognition, girls mentoring, after-school clubs, community service

IDEALS Counseling Services

Free counseling services

Child care referrals

Pre-school, after-school, and summar programs

Babysitter course

Training class for 5th grade students

Parent/Child classes

8 week class for parents and 3 year olds (TOTS)

Assistance available for children with incarcerated parents

Many more services available- just ask!