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After-school program teaches children to love and respect themselves
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Debra Alfarone, LeAnne Gendreau , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The nonprofit organization behind the program is called FAN, which is an acronym for a phrase that means "safe place" in a different language, according to available information.
An after-school program is helping children develop a positive sense of self. The program uses various methods to achieve this goal, including affirmations, art, and storytelling. It is run by a nonprofit organization.
Further details about the program can be found through the source. The nonprofit organization behind the program is called FAN, which is an acronym for a phrase that means "safe place" in a different language, according to available information.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 1 min
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