School's out for summer

“Freedom Schools” are growing in popularity and enrollment as KC kids look for a way to spend their summer.

The faith-based program blends instruction in reading, conflict resolution and social activism . . . Freedom Schools are free for the pupils. The schools provide breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.

Funding comes primarily from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, with additional support from the Children’s Defense Fund, church sites and individual donors.

Sounds like a productive and fun program of KC kids. It seems like a great way to spend the day and relax before a night of crack dealing and gun violence.