Our goal is to enable youth to be proficient in basic educational disciplines, to be able to apply learning to everyday situations, and to embrace technology to optimize employability.

We do this through an all-encompassing program called Project Learn. Studies have shown this program can raise GPA's by 15% when delivered effectively.

Job Ready!
JOB READY! is a comprehensive program that teaches young people ages 14-18 effective job-hunting techniques and helps them develop the skills necessary to be successful once on the job.

Learning Center:

Power Hour
A comprehensive homework help and tutoring program, POWER HOUR is designed to raise the academic proficiency of Club members.

21st Century
Federally funded by the State and provides afterschool tutoring with Certified Teachers. Also, provides support and assistance to club members and parents to enhance educational skill level.

Time To Read Program


Tutoring
Afterschool tutoring available to all club members ages 7-17.

LEAP
In November 2002, Tennesseans voted to create a state lottery.  The General Assembly established that profits from the lottery go towards specific educational programs: college scholarships, early childhood programs and afterschool programs.

In accordance with Sect. 4-51-123, fifty percent (50%) of monies constituting an unclaimed prize shall be deposited into an afterschool account for the purpose of administering a system of competitive grants and technical assistance for eligible organizations providing after school educational programs within Tennessee.

The overall goal of Lottery for Education: Afterschool Programs (LEAPs) is to provide Tennessee students with academic enrichment opportunities that reinforce and complement the regular academic program.
The program is designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program of participating students.  All activities are educationally based.  Such programs include:

• Services to students on an average of 15 hrs. per week;
• Reading skills development and enhancement;
• Math or science skills development and enhancement;
• Computer literacy and skills development;
• Academic mentoring or tutorial assistance; and
• Sports or leisure opportunities.

Annual Black History Quiz Bowl

Science Labs:

Ultimate Journey
This internationally recognized, award-winning program leads Club members ages 7-12 on a fun-filled journey into the amazing world of plants and animals. The Ultimate Journey motivates young people to develop an understanding of and sensitivity to the environment, helping them build the knowledge and motivation to protect our natural resources.

Hands on learning experience with small animals

Gardening

Dragonfly Quest
Funded by United Airlines, this program shows Club members how to conduct their own investigations using the scientific method. The program provides strategies, tips and resources to help facilitators introduce the scientific method to members, including how to make observations, ask questions, make prediction, create action plans, collect data and share results. Dragonfly Quest builds member’s skills in science, math and language arts and helps members think critically about the world around them as they explore topics that appeal to them.

Service Dollar Program
By exhibiting responsibilities, club members earn incentives for their efforts.

CLUBService
This program, the result of a partnership between Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Corporation for National Service (AmeriCorps), provides education awards to Club members, ages 17 and 18 and Club alumni ages 19-24 who serve their Clubs and communities. CLUBService recognizes young people's service, helps them access higher education opportunities and encourages them to pursue future careers as Club professionals.

Annual Spelling Bee

Project Learn
Project Learn reinforces and enhances the skills and knowledge young people learn at school through "high-yield" learning activities at the Club and in the home. Based on Dr. Reginald Clark's research that shows fun, but academically beneficial activities increase academic performance, these activities include leisure reading, writing activities, homework help and games like Scrabble® which develop young people's cognitive skills. Project Learn emphasizes collaborations between Club staff, parents and school personnel. Formally evaluated by Columbia University, Project Learn has been proven to boost the academic performance of Club members.

CareerLaunch
CareerLaunchTM is a career exploration and mentoring program for teens ages 14-18. This program includes the CareerLaunch Web site that allows teens to take an interest survey, explore careers, identify training or college requirements, seek out financial aid and play skills-building games. There's also an easy-to-use Career Exploration Quick Reference Guide with a broad range of career planning and job skills activities that Club staff or volunteers can use with teens. The CareerLaunch Portfolio contains a Teen Tips booklet with helpful interviewing and on-the-spot job tips. This program is made possible through a partnership between Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Gap Foundation.

Vocational Development
These programs are designed to expose club members to varied career and education opportunities. Members learn to write resumes, identify job opportunities, prepare for interviews and develop good work habits.

• Career Club
• Job Referrals
• Community Service Projects
• Leadership Development
• Employment Skills
• Work Experience
• Job Shadowing

Computer Training/Labs
The computer training programs give all of our members access to computers and a knowledge of computer technology. The program teaches skills such as:

• Basic Skills
• Intermediate Skills
• Advanced Computer Multimedia
• Skill Tech - SkillTech, developed by Boys & Girls Clubs of America with funding from Microsoft, is designed to familiarize Club members ages 7-17 with technology, particularly the use of computers and the basic skills that are increasingly necessary to excel in school and the workplace and to enrich and organize personal lives. Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Database, Powerpoint & Internet.
• Desktop Publishing
• Net Smartz - Comprehensive program from BGCA and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, teaches members Internet safety skills through engaging multimedia activities and offline interaction with Club professionals.