After School Homework Club

MISSION
For 90 years, John Wesley United Methodist Church has been a pillar of strength and a beacon of light in the Bedford-Stuyvesant community. During that time we have served the ever changing needs of residents, by addressing the spiritual, social, educational and economic aspects of their lives.

In keeping with our commitment to assist and encourage youth to aspire to greater heights, we are offering tutorial and after-school programs that will provide academic growth and promote self and social awareness.

PURPOSE:
To strengthen and teach skills in math and reading through remediation and homework assistance. To advance students six months to one year above their present grade levels. To include parents as partners in all activities of the program. To train youth as peer tutors and mentors.

TARGET GROUP:
Early Elementary through 9th Grades.

DAYS OF OPERATION during regular school session:
Tuesday & Thursday afternoons, 3:15 PM to 5:45 PM. Snacks will be served.

• The program served an average of 25 children (grades 1-8) from the church and community each Tuesday & Thursday afternoon (except for holidays). This program now operates on weekdays.

• The program has expanded to the point that the church had to build additional space to hold students.

• Attendance increases dramatically during preparation for citywide testing periods.

• Students have made dramatic progress thanks to our help

  We are constantly in need of volunteers for this program. The need for this program is so great and we could use whatever assistance that can be provided. We also want to expand the program to include GED courses as well, so we can serve the whole community.