Programs & Services

9/8/2010

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Educational Programs

programs We offer daily access to a broad range of programs in five core areas:

Education and Career Development
Character and Leadership Development
Health and Life Skills
The Arts
Sports, Fitness and Recreation.

Nationally affiliated programs include Power Hour (tutoring and homework help), Keystone and Torch Clubs (leadership and service), Street SMART (counteracts the lures of gangs), SMART Girls (encourages healthy attitudes and lifestyles), Passport to Manhood (promotes responsibility and positive behavior in male Club members ages 11-14), Project Learn (high-yield learning and leisure activities), ClubTech (designed to teach members essential digital literacy skills), Image Makers and Youth of the Year.

We have recently introduced several new programs including a self-defense program, the BGCY Choir, a Chefs' Club, a Gardening Club and our Pathways to Peace program (anti-violence).

Computer Lab

Our computer labs enable our kids to type school reports, research projects using the Internet, and learn to use programs like Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as

well as digital design and animation.

Arts Program

We provide an arts and crafts program as a part of our

after-school activities and during our summer programs. Classes include drawing, sketching and painting, and are offered in ten-week cycles. With the addition of four computers to the Art Room, we will also be including

virtual art and computer activities in this program.

Dance Program

We offer a year round dance program, which includes a

two-week summer dance camp. The program culminates in

a dance recital for the community.

Nutrition Program

Our nutrition program allows us to provide after school snacks and a hot, healthy dinner each day of the week. It also allows us to provide breakfasts and lunches during our summer sessions. As a part of our Healthy Habits nutrition program, members also participate in cooking classes and seasonal gardening activities.