After-School
The YWCA NYCâs After-School programs provide a safe and nurturing environment to support academic achievement, enhance social skills, and foster success in school and life.
We operate elementary and middle school programs for K through 8th grade children across Central Harlem, Carroll Gardens, Coney Island, and Brownsville, Brooklyn. Our diverse team of community-based educators and licensed teachers form strong partnerships with schools, families, and community leaders, ensuring students have access to various enriching activities.
Our After-School programs are offered in association with DYCD at our seven locations.
Curriculum Highlights
Literacy/STEM
We use Literacy and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) programs to ignite curiosity and build essential skills. Through engaging activities like interactive reading, hands-on experiments, and collaborative projects, students explore diverse topics while enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Our goal is to prepare students for future success by fostering a love for learning and empowering them with the tools they need to thrive academically.
Leadership
We are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders. We provide students with opportunities to develop leadership skills through initiatives like community projects, public speaking, and team-building activities. By fostering a sense of responsibility, empathy, and confidence, we empower students to take on leadership roles in their schools and communities, preparing them to be positive change-makers in the world.
Arts
The arts are a vital part of our after-school programs at YWCA NYC, offering students a creative outlet to express themselves and explore their talents. From visual arts and music to theater and dance, our programs encourage artistic expression and build confidence. We provide a supportive environment where students can discover their passion, develop their creativity, and showcase their work, culminating in events like end-of-semester showcases that celebrate their achievements.
Physical Activity
Promoting a healthy and active lifestyle is a core focus of our After-School programs at YWCA NYC. Through structured physical activities like sports, dance, and fitness routines, we encourage students to stay active, build teamwork skills, and develop resilience. Our programs are designed to be inclusive and fun, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to participate, stay healthy, and build lifelong habits of physical well-being.
Programs
Where We Work.
Our After-School program is dedicated to enriching the lives of middle and high school students across New York City. Our reach extends from Coney Island to Upper Harlem with eight schools participating. Explore the map to see our schools' locations and learn how we are making a difference in these communities. We aim to inspire and empower our students beyond the classroom through engaging activities and supportive environments.
Summer Rising
Summer Rising 2024 is a partnership between New York City Public Schools and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). Summer Rising is free and available to all NYC students in grades K-8, pending seat availability.
Students in Summer Rising will have access to academic and enrichment programming over the day, including field trips, arts activities, and outdoor recreation. School principals and community-based organizations (CBOs) will plan and operate programs collaboratively.
The environment will be safe and supportive, with staff ready to address children's social and emotional needs. Meals and snacks will be provided.
Students in grades Kâ8 will experience a mix of academic support, social-emotional learning, and enrichment activities. Licensed teachers will handle academics in the morning, while YWCA NYC staff will lead enrichment activities like art and sports in the afternoons and on Fridays. Enrichment for K-5 programs will also be provided in the morning alongside academics.
Students with disabilities will receive additional support as needed. Multilingual learners/English language learners (MLs/ELLs) will engage in culturally responsive academic opportunities in the morning and enrichment sessions in the afternoon. They will receive language and literacy instruction from ENL teachers, who will offer support through various instructional models.
