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F.A.S.T. At A Glance

What do we do at FAST?

  • Family Flag: The Family flag is a family engagement activity in which the family makes their own flag. Each person in the family adds their own personal touch to it by adding something they enjoy.
  • FAST hello: Research has shown that making a large gesture crossing over the body gets both parts of the brain working. The FAST hello is also like a secret club as this is how FAST families greet one another.
  • Family Meal: It is important for families to eat together without technology as a distraction, families get this each week they attend FAST.
  • Scribbles: Family engagement game in which family members draw a picture and then discuss and positively critique one another’s drawings.
  • Feelings Charades: Family engagement game in which children and adults act out emotions for one another.
  • Buddy Time: Parents are able to establish or strengthen relationships one on one for a few minutes each night.
  • Kids’ Group: Kids build friendships with peers at their school.
  • Parents’ Group: Parents are able to discuss and debate issues on topics they choose with the assistance of community partners.
  • Special Play: One on one child led play with a parent and the FAST child helps create a bonding experience for both.
  • Lottery: Each family wins a gift bag during a cycle and in return, the winning family cooks the meal for the next week!
  • Rain: An African tradition that strengthens community. A reminder that no matter how dire things look, the sun will always rise again!

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Families and Schools Together
1350 15th Ave
Columbus, GA 31901

Main Phone:
706-327-3238

Email:
knewton@thefamilyctr.org

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1350 15th Avenue
Columbus, GA 31901
Office: 706-327-3238

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