The primary goal of these centers is to remove non-academic barriers to learning as a means to enhance student academic success. FRYSC stands for Family Resource Youth Service Centers. Elementary schools use the title FRC and middle and high schools use YSC but we are all the same!
Each center offers a unique blend of programs and services determined by the needs of the population being served, available resources, location and other local characteristics.
FRYSCs have established a record of success based on improved student performance in class work, homework and peer relations as reported by teachers. Parents, too, report they experience greater satisfaction and involvement with the schools as a result of assistance through their local FRYSCs.
To enhance students’ ability to succeed in school by developing and sustaining partnerships that promote:
Early learning and successful transition to school;
Academic achievement and well-being; and
Graduation and transition into adult life.
The Kentucky Division of Family Resource and Youth Services Centers in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services shall establish the national standard of excellence in the provision of school-based family support.
For a school to be eligible to apply for a FRYSC, at least 20% or more of the enrolled students in a school(s) must be eligible to receive free and reduced school meals.
Funding levels are contingent upon appropriations from the General Assembly. For both new and continuation applications, free school meals data is gathered on students enrolled as of December 1st of each year to determine the allocation for the following school year.