The mission of Amazing Afternoons is to provide children and their families with growth-enhancing opportunities, including intensive after school activities, experiences, and wrap-around services that promote academic, personal, and social/emotional development, and provide access to mental health support services geared towards building resilience.
Program Goal
The goal of the Amazing Afternoons After-School Program is to provide a safe space where adolescent youth can feel nurtured, supported, empowered, and encouraged to try new skills that will equip them for college and beyond.
Program Summary
The Amazing Afternoons After-School Program is an academic and activity-based enrichment program provided by Westchester Jewish Community Services co-located at the Youth Community Outreach program (YCOP) in Mount Vernon.
Program Features
- Homework Assistance
- 1-on-1 Tutoring
- Peer Focus Groups
- Athletic activities geared towards team-building and socio-emotional development
- STEAM Activities
- Empower YOUth Leadership Speaker Series
- Skills Building Workshops
