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The fun, stimulating and well-rounded neighborhood afterschool program for children in Springfield offers supervised assistance with homework, one-on-one tutoring in reading and math and access to computers.

Recreational programs and playground time are part of our daily activities. Thanks to our dedicated volunteers and staff members, other enrichment activities include art & crafts, holiday-related projects, cooking, gardening, yoga, coding, and more. Behavior modification and conflict resolution create new ways for interaction with others.

Students receive positive feedback and encouragement within a fun, but structured environment where they expand their view of the world and the possibilities that exist for them beyond their current circumstances.