Program Overview
The Youth Network is an innovative and mobile educational program aimed at bringing quality enrichment activities to children in grades k-5, by utilizing various community spaces. Using a S.T.E.A.M curriculum we create an engaging and dynamic environment where participants can grow, learn and have fun while doing it.
KEY FEATURES
Flexibility:
The program can be set up and taken down quickly. This allows the room to be used for other purposes.
Accessibility:
By bringing the program to various neighborhoods, we ensure that more children have access to enriching educational experiences. Often closer to their home.
Variety of Activities:
The curriculum includes a mix of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities, ensuring a holistic approach to learning while reinforcing what they learn in school.
Our activities are tied to special events and activities.
Qualified Staff:
A Background Check is done on all educators, childcare workers and volunteers. They are trained to deliver engaging lessons and activities tailored to the needs and interests of the participants. We partner with the participants schools to help reinforce what they are
leaning in school.
Program Structure
Our enrichment program is designed to be flexible and adaptable to temporary spaces. These programs can be set in various locations such as community rooms, club houses, libraries, community centers, classrooms etc.
Schedule:
The program typically runs for 2-3 hours after school, available Monday - Friday and Saturday in some locations. Specific days and times can vary based on location and community needs.
Activities:
Science:
Hands-on experiments and exploration of scientific concepts.
Technology:
Coding workshops, robotics, and digital literacy.
Engineering:
Building projects and problem-solving challenges.
Arts:
Creative projects, including visual arts, music, and drama.
Mathematics:
Fun math games, puzzles, and practical applications.
Snack Time:
A healthy snack is provided to ensure students have the energy to participate fully in activities.
Supper:
The kids receive a healthy meal before they go home.
HW Help:
Participants receive assistance with their homework.
AND MORE!!!
Nutrition
Participants learn about making healthy choices. This is done through lessons and workshops. Every participant is served a healthy meal and snack each day. The following are samples of meals and snacks served.
SUPPER
Mon - Chicken Breast, Rice, Mixed Veggies & Watermelon.
Tues - Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs, Dinner Rolls & Fruit Cup.
Wed - Chicken Quesadillas, Cole Slaw & Guacamole.
Thurs - Chicken Legs, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Peas & Apple Sauce
Fri - Ground Beef with Diced Vegetables & Baked Sweet Plantains
Every meal comes with milk.
SNACK
Mon - Cheese and Crackers
Tues - Fruit and Veggie Smoothie
Wed - Pineapple & Grape Smoothie
Thurs - Mango, Pineapple & Yogurt Smoothie
Fri - Juice and Crackers
All juice served is 100% juice.
Water is available for every meal. Menus are posted for kids and parents.