The Enrichment Academy (EA) is an afterschool program that serves kindergarten through 8th-grade students in Chester, South Carolina. Research in many educational arenas concludes afterschool programs support healthy learning and development where children can flourish. Additionally, participation in afterschool programs influences academic performance during the school year;  learners have better attitudes toward school and higher educational aspirations; higher school attendance rates and lower tardiness rates; less disciplinary action, such as suspension; lower dropout rates; better performance in school, as measured by achievement test scores and grades; significant gains in academic achievement test scores; greater on-time promotion; improved homework completion; and deeper engagement in learning. EA’s charge is to provide homework assistance and essential life skills for learners in Chester County. Great focus is placed on strengthening English and math proficiencies. Additionally, reflective writing competencies are bolstered through journaling activities.