### Question
How is the term community learning center defined?


### Answer
The term **community learning center** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 8246* as the following:

> an entity within a public elementary or secondary school building that—


(1) provides educational, recreational, health, and social service programs for residents of all ages within a local community

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 8246*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER X-PROGRAMS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE > Part I-21st Century Community Learning Centers**

