City Unveils After-School Programs, Actions, for Youngsters, Youth, and Families | Division of Human Services

PHILADELPHIA – The City of Philadelphia is happy to welcome college students and households again for the 2025-2026 faculty yr with new and returning applications, sources, and helps designed to assist kids succeed out and in of the classroom.

“Back-to-school season is a chance for us to connect families with programs that make a real difference,” mentioned Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. “We’re committed to ensuring every child in Philadelphia has a safe space to learn, grow, and succeed, whether that’s in the classroom, after school, or during the summer months.”

This yr, households can count on: 

• Extended Day, Extended Year Initiative (EDEY): Offers free before- and after-school enrichment actions, vacation camps, and a six-week summer season camp at taking part faculties to assist working households and assist college students thrive year-round.
• Out-of-School Time (OST) Programming: Available for youth in grades Ok-12 at no or low value to households. Families can use the City’s OST Program Locator to search out applications and make contact with companies instantly for enrollment.
• Parks & Recreation After School Programs: Serving ages 6-12 and offering sports activities, arts, studying, STEM, and environmental schooling at websites throughout town. Most applications run weekdays from 3-6 p.m. and start on or earlier than September 9.
• The Free Library of Philadelphia: 
  •  The Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program is obtainable in any respect library areas in the course of the faculty yr for youth in grades Ok-12, for gratis to households.
  • For teenagers, the Free Library provides management and volunteer alternatives, together with paid After-School Leaders and Teen Leadership Assistant roles, plus neighborhood service and profession readiness workshops.
• Specialized Youth Programs:
  • Intensive Prevention Services: For youth ages 10-19 prone to juvenile justice involvement. 
  • Community Evening Resource Centers: Offers protected areas for youth ages 10-17 to have interaction in constructive youth growth. Open day by day from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Girls T.R.A.CK./ Boys T.R.A.C.Ok: For youth in grades 7-12, protecting private development, wholesome relationships, and profession exploration.
  • Philadelphia Youth Leadership Council and Teenshop: Offers management, life expertise, and neighborhood companies alternatives.
  • Achieving Independence Center (AIC): For younger individuals ages 14-23 in or previously in foster care, offering assist in schooling, employment, housing, and private growth.

“We’re excited to welcome students back for the 2025-26 school year on Monday, August 25,” mentioned School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony B. Watlington, Sr., Ed.D. “What happens outside of the classroom in Extended Day/Extended Year, Out of School Time, sports, and other extracurricular activities complements what happens inside classrooms across the city. When students are exposed to various activities, engaged, and supported in all aspects of their lives, they are better equipped to accelerate academically.”

The City encourages all households to benefit from these applications all year long. Together, we are able to be sure that each little one in Philadelphia has the instruments, assist, and alternatives to thrive in class and past.

For extra details about accessible applications, go to this web site.