The After School Academy is a welcoming, joyful environment built and supported by students, teachers, and parents working together in a spirit of mutual trust and respect. We believe that responsibility, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity develop when students are tutored by our trusted volunteers and classmates and feel appreciated for what they do best After-school activities help youth develop social skills, improve academic performance, and help them build strong supportive relationships with adults other than their parents.
Young
children benefit especially from the social skills development and improved
academic skills. This leads to improved conflict management and better school
attendance. Middle-school aged youth who continue to participate in
after-school activities are more likely to be engaged in school and attentive
in class and less likely to be involved in violent behavior at school.
Socialization is another great advantage of after school programs.
Socialization is another great advantage of after school programs. Children get to meet others who share their interests and make new friendships. An acting class or a soccer class can be lots of fun. Many of these programs coach children for performances or matches. Performing on stage or playing a match can be a great experience for a young child.
Socialization is another great advantage of after school programs. Children get to meet others who share their interests and make new friendships. An acting class or a soccer class can be lots of fun. Many of these programs coach children for performances or matches. Performing on stage or playing a match can be a great experience for a young child.
