The Y Learning Academic After school Tutorial Program of the YMCA is a unique program that is available to students of Hope Charter Leadership Academy. Y Learning is an after school tutorial program that has been designed as a school partnership with teachers, administrators, students, parents and the YMCA counselors; by extending academic and social support to students in grades K – 5. The program’s main purpose is to increase reading, writing, and math achievement through experiences that include a emphasis on social, emotional, and character development. Providing well-structured and engaging activities that inspire children to learn using a variety of innovative methods is reflected through the multidisciplinary approach. Students participate in our after school program at no cost to our families. Program hours are Monday – Friday from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm on regular school days and 11:30 am – 6:00 pm on Early Release school days. Snacks are provided for students each day. Assisted learning activities per grade include:
Kindergarten & First Grades:
- Small group reading led by volunteers and staff
- Homework assistance and tutorial
- Computer Lab Time using i-Ready (individualized online instructional tool for blended learning in reading and math)
- Recreation time (focusing on youth health and wellness, and character building)
Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grades:
- Reading time with a focus on comprehension
- Homework assistance and tutorial
- Computer Lab Time using i-Ready (individualized online instructional tool for blended learning in reading and math)
- Interactive learning activities in stations
- Skill practice: reading, writing, math
- Recreation/Structured Games time (focusing on health and wellness, peer socialization, and character building)
