The lights were ON and the energy was HIGH across First State’s after-school programs as we joined the nationwide Lights On Afterschool celebration! 💡🎉 Why do we celebrate? Because after-school programs change lives. They keep students safe, engaged, supported, and inspired during the most critical hours of the day. From homework help and STEM projects to arts, leadership, and life skills — after-school isn’t “extra,” it’s essential. Huge shout-out to our students, parents,