21st Century After-School Program

Students can participate in activities such as: 

• Reading, English, and math support
• STEM projects and robotics
• Culinary arts and hands-on learning
• Lego-based engineering

Each school tailors its offerings based on surveys that identify the needs and interests of its students, ensuring the program is engaging and effective. 

Every year, the program directly supports more than 600 students and 280 parents. Through targeted, evidence-based strategies, we aim to: 

• Help 60% of regularly attending students improve their reading performance on state assessments
• Support 80% of students in building growth mindset, self-regulation, and interpersonal skills
• Engage 80% of parents in educational workshops
• Inspire 75% of parents to pursue further learning opportunities

The 21st Century After-School Program is more than just extra time at school - it's about creating a safe, enriching environment that fosters academic achievement, creativity, and personal growth for students and families.  

The 21st Century After-School Program offers a variety of services designed to support students academically and personally: 

• Before-School Learning Sessions: Students can attend 45-minute sessions before the start of the school day, focusing on homework help, book clubs, and math support. 

• Family Engagement Opportunities: Monthly evening activities give parents practical strategies to work with school staff to strengthen their child’s literacy, STEM, and social-emotional skills at home.

• Summer Learning Programs: Four-week sessions provide instruction in critical thinking, math, and other key academic skills. 

For the 2025-2026 school year, this work is supported by two federally funded grants, administered through Washingtion's Office of the Superintendent of Public Insturction. These grants are renewable for up to five years.