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Patricia Harvey is creating a Haven for Success, an after-school program that helps children reach their greatest potential.

Harvey's new program will serve 20-25 elementary age children three hours a day beginning Aug. 19 at the B Street Community Center at 230 B Street in Lake Wales.

"I want these children to know and understand life is what you make it," Harvey said. "Life is not standing on the street corner. Life is not walking around with your pants below your behind. We need values back into the school system and instilled into the children."

Harvey holds child care certification and...