Academic Success Starts With Opportunity
Our goal is to support every member’s academic success so they graduate on time and with a plan for their future.
Helping Every Student Reach Their Potential
Learning doesn't stop when the school bell rings. Through homework support, STEM experiences, literacy programs, tutoring, and college and career preparation, we help young people build the confidence and skills they need to succeed in school—and beyond. Our academic programs provide personalized support that helps youth stay engaged, build confidence, and prepare for bright futures.
Academic Impact
95% expect to graduate high school
87% plan to attend college
97% maintained or improved reading levels through our summer literacy program
Our Academic Programs:
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Personalized academic support that helps students stay on track and gain confidence in the classroom.
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Our Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics-based (STEM) programs are tailored to elementary, middle, and high school age groups. Curriculum includes an introduction to coding, LEGO robotics, science lab, 3D printing, and more.
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Brain Gain, our learning loss prevention program, consists of one-week modules with fun, themed activities that are designed to help curb summer learning loss. This data-driven program is proven to help children and teens stay on track with reading and literacy during summer. Brain Gain is available for elementary, middle, and high school students.
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Our college readiness program guides middle and high school Club members as they work toward graduation and prepare for post-secondary education and career success. Juniors and seniors participate in SAT prep, college application assistance, career counseling, and college and trade school campus visits, helping teens prepare for whatever comes next.
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Reading together builds literacy, communication, critical thinking, and confidence. Book Clubs allow participants to practice speaking and listening skills through informal group discussions about a book, build friendships through the connectedness of experiencing a common text, and engage in critical thinking debates surrounding events in the story.
Learning Builds More Than Academic Skills
Our academic programs help youth develop:
✔ Confidence
✔ Curiosity
✔ Critical thinking
✔ Problem-solving
✔ Teamwork
✔ Communication
✔ Independence
✔ A lifelong love of learning
A Safe Place to Learn, Grow and Belong
Every academic program is delivered within a welcoming environment where caring adults know every child by name. Students receive encouragement, healthy meals and snacks, positive role models, and the support they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SAFETY PROTOCOLS
"Whenever I fell behind in class, I could stop by the Club and get help from staff who held me accountable and encouraged me to keep going. That support helped me regain healthy habits, pick up the pace, and finish the school year despite a difficult time in my life.”
—Club Alumnus
Help Your Child Discover What's Possible
Whether your child needs homework support, wants to explore STEM, or is preparing for college, we're here to help them build a brighter future.
Available at These Clubs
Programs vary by Club and season.