Calvary United Holy Church offers summer program for middle and high school students

BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – One local church is offering a summer program to get kids off the couch and help them make summer memories.

Calvary United Holy Church of Bluefield is accepting middle and high school students into their after school program.

So far, the program went to Bowen Field for a picnic, some fun games, and community service.

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024 the program sought to inspire kids by visiting Gary Bowling’s House of Art. Not only do they take fun trips with the program, but students also get to learn more about themselves through reading and writing.

Volunteer teacher, Didra Smith, told 59News how this program helps middle and high school students.

“Some of them do get summer jobs and then you have a lot that aren’t doing anything at all,” said Smith. “We’re trying to remove them somewhat away from devices and TV and let them know there’s a whole world out there to explore.”

The program will also see Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory at the Historic Granada Theater on Thursday, June 27, 2024.

Registration is still open for this program. All you have to do is show up to Calvary United Holy Church on any weekday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to sign paperwork and get your kid involved.

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