• CLOSED Abraham Lincoln Center. 3858 S. Cottage Grove Ave., 60653. 773 285-1390. http://www.abelink.org. Contact Rodney Williams, rwilliams@abelink.org
  Programs and services for families and individuals, child development, full and half day. After-school care. Founded in 1882 as a settlement house, ALC provides programs and services that help individuals and families help themselves. While offering a range of programs for people of all ages, ALC features child development programs designed to strengthen parents, families and communities through early education. But full and half-day programs and after school care are available. Adult and Youth Services include programs of academic support, computer training, counseling, advocacy and referral, mentoring programs and interpersonal skills building. ALC programs also address developmental disabilities and has mental health services. Full and half-day.
• Affinity Community Services. with UCAN (separated from Youth Pride Services.) 5650 S. Woodlawn. 773 324-0377. http://www.affinity95.org. Kim Hunt dir. Holds drop in nights for mentoring and school work for youth of gay, lesbian, trans or questioning affinity, aged 14-19-1st and 3rd Mondays 4-8, will increase to M-Th. Also Lesbian and bi moms roundtable, UCAN transitioning homeless youth to safe homes (wadeb@ucanchicago.org, 312 738-5966-Uhlich Children's Advantage Network (UCAN) is a multi-faceted social service agency which serves more than 12,000 children, youth and families in Illinois each year.
• After School Matters.To a more complete description of the CPS After School/Office of Extended Learning Opportunities programs (separate page). Note- After School Matters works with partners such as Kiwanis' Key and Builders Clubs in the schools.
  Offers teens ages 14 and up hands-on job training in arts, sports, technology, communications and science. 66 E. Randolph St, 4th Floor. 312 742-4182. Marcella Simmons, msimmons@cityofchicago.org. Program L. Torres. Partners with individual providers and individual schools. Type, depth and coverage vary greatly. After School Matters paid apprenticeships in arts, technology, sports for as young as 16 years (sometimes as young as 14 with permission and for stipend).312 793-2804, www.state.il.us/agency/idol. Visit also http://www.afterschoolmatters.org. "Application information" city ASM, 312 742-4182.
  

  APPLY NOW FOR FALL AFTERSCHOOL MATTERS PROGRAMS

  (with DFSS)- Ages 6-18. Includes summer meals! Centers- ours is in the 4th CPS Region. Get academic suport, health, Use the "Program Locator" http://www.afterschoolchicago.org.

  Teens: Apply Now For Fall Programs

  Apply Online At WWW.AFTERSCHOOLMATTERS.ORG

  Teens who are at least 14 years of age and currently enrolled in a Chicago Public Schools high school are encouraged to apply. Visit the web site for further eligibility requirements.

  
  After School Matters is the largest and strongest such in the country, but after that resources are scarce and even more just in this or that school (i.e., big funded initiative in Reavis School.) After School Matters has $16 million in 59 locations, many other than schools. The hub is Gallery 37 (which see). Kids get paid to work with outside program providers (such as for making a demo tape as at Kenwood) and this sometimes leads to drawing students away from standard programs such as choir or band.
  
  After School Matters also is divided into Regions-- #4 is north of 55th Street, 5 South of 55th Street (In the latter Program Specialist Mia Muhammad is officed in South Shore Cultural Center-mia.muhammad@cityofchicago.org.
  
  NFP ASM: Partners with the City incl. Library and Cultural Affairs, CPS, Park District, DCFS. Offers teens ages 14 and up often paid hands-on job training in arts, sports, technology, communications and science. 66 E. Randolph St, 4th Floor. Marcella Simmons, msimmons@cityofchicago.org. Program L. Torres. gallery37, science37, sports37, tech37, and words37 programs and other drop-in clubs are part- dsinski@cityofchicago.org. None in this part of Area 4. Closest and highly recommended are Chicago Area Project at Kennicott Park (4344 S. Lake Park), MAGIC at Hyde Park High (outstanding), and Sunshine Gospel Ministries (map shows at c Cottage and 63rd, but the phones do not). Details in Office of Extended Learning Opportunities section below. Note, the lead times especially for schools and their partners to file is long.
  
  Related but not the same: CPS After School Matters (ASM) under Office of Extended Learning Opportunities: http://www.cpsafterschool.org (has lots of downloads). 125 S. Clark St. 12th Floor (also given as 10th), 60603, 773 553-2108, 773-553-3590. OELO Program Director Michelle Appleton-Walker mnappleton-walker@cps.k12.il.us. Community Schools Initiative Colleen Coyle cmcoyle@cps.k12.il.us. Registration is at the schools, Aug. 20-Sept. 27 for year-round schools, Sept. 4-Oct. 12 2009 for regular year schools. OELO/OASCSP supports six after school initiatives: More on many of these is in the Afterschool CPS page. See a somewhat different constellation in the section near the bottom, CPS Afterschool, Office of Extended Learning Opportunities, and supplemental Educational Services.
  o After-School All-Stars Chicago
  o After School Counts
  o After School Matters
  o Community Schools Initiative
  o Supplemental Educational Services
  o Tuition-Based After School
  Youth take part in activities that offer positive relationships, skills that translate to the workplace and exposure to career and educational opportunities. Invests in teen development and leadership and widened career horizon and development of marketable skills. Programs range from Club37 by stages through apprenticeships and internships. 258 elementary and high schools serving over 7,300 students. Arts, technology, sports, communication. Out of School community programs.
  
  Also related but different and should be called about their programs:
  Chicago Police Department districts- Explorers.
  Some Chicago Park District programs pay: JETS (Junior Earth Team)
  Mayor's Office of Workforce Development. 312 746-7777.
  Closest Youth Workforce Development Agencies?? :Shorebank Neighborhood Institute, 1817 E. 71st St., 773 363-7007.)
  Mayor Daley's NeighborSports ages 14-21 can include internships. Contacts in Recreational.
  

• Civic Knowledge has joined with AKArama and Black Star Project to create AKArama University tutoring and more.

  FREE READING AND MATH TUTORING FOR 5th -8th GRADERS
  PLUS ADULT WRITING CENTER (space is limited)
  WHAT
  The Black Star Project offers small group instruction for 5th to 8th graders in Reading, Writing, and Math, along with the Civic Knowledge Project's Winning Words Philosophy Program as our specialty subject.
  The University of Chicago Civic Knowledge Project and the Odyssey Project offer an adult writing center, including peer writing groups and faculty-led workshops, on topics such as Reading to Write, Memoir Writing, Poetry Writing and Sharpening Professional Writing.
  WHEN
  Every Saturday 2 pm – 5 pm
  Winter session runs January 12, 2013 – March 16, 2012
  WHERE
  The AKArama Foundation Community Service Center
  6220 S. Ingleside, Chicago, IL 60637 2 Blocks East of Cottage Grove
  HOW
  Register by phone or email
  Parents may pre-register until January 11, 2013
  Call Jami Becka at (773)285-9600 Email jami@blackstarproject.org to or visit www.blackstarproject.org
  AKArama University is a joint program of:
  The Black Star Project’s Saturday University
  AKArama Foundation, Inc. of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Theta Omega Chapter
  The University of Chicago Civic Knowledge Project
  The Odyssey Project of the Illinois Humanities Council

• American Kidz is in Windermere House, address 5548 S. Hyde Park Blvd. 6 weeks to 6 years. http://www.kidzacademy.com. (tours can be requested online) 312 951-5439. Dir. Wendy Kroeker. 6 am-6:30 pm. Education-based curriculum. Does not take Action for Kids or other governmental assistance. 6 classroms accomodte up to 96. Enrichment brought in- yoga, music, foreign languages. Field trips to MSI. Healthy snacks.
• Angelic Organics. Brings gardening, nutrition, planting-to-selling and eating, and sustainability in to classrooms and kids into community gardens (in the whole sense). http://www.angelicorganics.com.
• Artifice: Artifice is a community tech center based in Woodlawn that provides STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education to local youth. The nonprofit is the brainchild of UChicago doctoral student James Crooks, Ashley Lane, AB’11, and Adam Hammond, PhD’01. They founded the program two years ago to make learning about technology hands-on and fun, while also helping students develop lasting skills that will help them find jobs in the booming tech and entrepreneurial sectors. For the staff, most of whom are doctoral students in UChicago’s Graduate Program in Biophysical Sciences, Artifice is an opportunity to get involved with the community.
  Crooks, Lane, and Hammond launched the first pilot course in late 2013, and knew immediately they were onto something. Last year, through the Community Programs Accelerator Associates program, Artifice partnered with Woodlawn East Community and Neighbors (WECAN) to get donated space and utilities at 6460 S. Stony Island Ave.
• Baby PhD Childcare Network. http://www.babyphd.com, phdccn@gmail.com. 5411 S. Dorchester. Includes programs for toddlers and a bit older in Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, as well as serving as an umbrella and referral for childcare and preschool providers in the area. Funded in part by the University of Chicago. More about them in the Helpline and Educational Resources pages. At the Neighborhood Club: Baby PhD (phdccn@gmail.com) infant and toddler play group activities all week long range from motion to rhythm, dance, storytelling/reading, languages, sign language for kids.art, game- $5 drop in, $40 t0-pass, free to members.
  Spring 2010 Spanish if sufficient interest. If enough parents are interested, Baby Ph.D. will sponsor a special Spanish Language Class this spring. The class will be offered by the new Hyde Park location of Lango Kids (see www.langokids.com). The cost of the class will be $80. The price includes 10 - 45 minute classes including all materials for art projects games etc plus one book, CD, set of flashcards and doll for each child. Please contact Sarah at info@babyphd.com right away if you are interested in having your child participate.
• B.A.M (Becoming a Man)- see in Youth Guidance.
• Bank Financial, Hyde Park Bank, other banks... Businesses and institutions that are providing free lessons in the schools or outside the schools, such as financial literacy seminars to children or teens, or and also otherwise adopt sponsor programs in schools (HP Bank- Bret Harte)-- banks such as Bank Financial or Hyde Park Bank or Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. http://www.bankfinancial.com, 1354 E. 55th St., 800- 894-6900, branch manager Marianne Bagnola 773 896-1013. http://www.hydeparkbank.net, 1525 E. 53rd St. 773 752-4600. http://www.hpnclub.org.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago tutors in Hyde Park (and many other) schools including Ray, with One-on-one watch with each child. 560 W. Lake St., 5th Floor. Art Mollenhauer. 312 727-0637, mollenhauer@bbbschgo.org. http://www.bbbschgo.org.
• Black Star Project, Black Data Processors Association encourages schools, families, students to participate in its High School Computer Competition. Students learn html, web page design, flow charting, Java, other applications. Started January, 2005. www.bdpa-chicago.org. BSP sponsors many clubs and programs, including at Afrocentric Bookstore, 4655 S. King Dr., and the University of Parenting at St. Paul and the Redeemer. There is a garden to oven learning project at Kenwood Park and St. Paul church. Black Star has undertaken to provide mentors to every African-American high school student.
  College preparation, school based mentoring, parent education, tutoring, fathers club (very big now)
  3905 S. King Drive. Kiersten Rokke, Director of Operations. 773 285-9600. Main office: 3224 S. Prairie, 312 842-3527, http://www.blackstarproject.org. info@blackstarproject.org. Black Star Project Director Philip Jackson, contact Catherine Jackson- Catherine@blackstarproject.org.
  Also, Black Star's programs are for youth and for parents (based at St. Paul & the Redeemer): 312 842-3527, blackstar2003@ameritech.net. In January 2008 offering free academic and tutoring assessment of students. Spring Oratorical and Essay Contest- Almita Tilman at 773 816-3477 or 773 288-9600.
  
  AKA rama University at 6220 S. Ingleside (Civic Knowledge, Black Star, Akarama)- see at top of section.
  • Summer program for high school students.-2010 programs with IIT, U of C, and City Colleges. Each Friday starting July 9 rotating at different campuses- July 09: Columbia College
    July 16: University of Chicago and Olive Harvey
    July 23: Truman College
    July 30: Illinois Institute of Technology
    August 06: DePaul University `
    August 13: Alabama A&M
    August 20: Xavier University
    August 27: Loyola University of Chicago
    

    The workshops topics will include:

    · Financial aid
    · An explanation of the admission process
    · Campus life
    · Courses and majors offered

    For more information about the Project 5000 College Preparation Series, please email smp@blackstarproject.org (This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it) or call The Black Star Project office at (773) 285-9600.
    

Summer Parent University and Summer Reading Program. This summer, we are providing classes for parents (ask if this is available in 2010)
as we prepare to take our children back to school. Please see the schedule below.
Parents are also invited to bring their children along for a story-hour during the
parent sessions.
Our courses are open to the public. Please call 773-285-9600 to RSVP so we can prepare
enough materials. All sessions will be held at our office, 3509 S. King Drive, Suite
2B, Chicago, IL. Additionally, we are asking for, but not requiring, a $5 to $10
suggested donation.
Topics include: "Popular Media and Youth Culture"
"Boys to Men: Tips for Single Mothers"

• Black Youth Project: Black Youth Project. 5733 S. University (Ctr. for Study of Race, Politics, and Culture). 773-834-1706. Under direction of Dr. Cathy J. Cohen of the UC Political Science Department at UC, PYP began as a major research and survey project with NORC to learn about the "culture," perceptions, experiences and prospects of African-American youth nationwide, going beyond stereotypes of them and aspects of the culture (including hip hop) and see what might change life trajectories. That being in its final phases of analysis and publication, the project is focusing on the interactive/collaborative website (which includes a vast researching archive and finding aids) and on partnerships incl. Black Pearl to engage the youth in schools and programs and wherever else youth can be found.
  http://www.blackyouthproject.com. Provides a place for black youth to speak. To generate new media information, blogs, art, conversations, webinars, data, research, policies and movements that will expand the human and social capital of young black youth, facilitating their empowerment through highlighting their voices, attitudes, lives, and experiences. Dir. by UC Pol. Sc. prof. Dr. Cathy J. Cohen, cjcohen@uchicago.edu.773 702-8051.Features:

• Black Youth Blogging – daily blogs by black youth on important and controversial topics and links to black youth bloggers
Rap Lyrics Database – the first public searchable database of rap music lyrics based on Billboard charts
• Curriculum Workshop – teachers, social workers, community activists, and artists can download and add to curriculum centered on the experiences of black youth and use data from the Black Youth Survey.
• Black Youth Create! – uploaded videos, spoken word, webisodes and other offerings made by black youth
• Research and Resources – listings/links to latest reports, research, books, films, documentaries, organizations and websites focused on black youth
• Survey Data & Findings – the Black Youth Project Survey includes the most extensive dataset on black youth
• Black Youth in the News – articles on black youth from newspapers across the country

• Blackstone Bicycle Works. See Experimental Station, http://www.experimentalstation.org. 6100 S. Blackstone, 773 241-5458. Teaching over 150 youth both skills for work and recreation and self-reliance and readying for apprenticeship and employment.
• Boys and Girls Club of Chicago. To learn about nearby, contact Latrice A. Smith, MSW, 550 W. Van Buren St., 60607. 312 235-8007. lsmith@bgcc.org. http://www.bgcc.org. To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
• Bridge Educational Services. http://www.bridgeconsults.com, info@bridgeconsults.com. In several mid south schools and programs outside. Emphasizes connected learning, compassion, and problem-solving/posing skills with custom solutions related to self improvement, academic enrichment, human agency, cultural literacy, character development. Provides workshops for educators and education consultants, program assessment, curriculum design. Areas: literacy and creative ars, educational technology, diversity and cultural awareness, leadership development, male mentoring, 21st century skills, character, ambassadors of culture, critical thinking, youth development to created students who are curious, invested, analyzers, culturally astute and empowered.
• Brotherhood: Boys to Men mentoring club at Kenwood Academy. 5015 S. Blackstone Ave. http://www.kenwoodbrotherhood.org. Started at Kenwood and continuing under school counselor Dr. Shelby Wyatt, this concept has now been published under sponsorship of the American School Counselors Association (based on "The Brother's Key" written by the local members) and is going national, as well as expanded to several other Chicago high schools, and going into juvenile justice programs and programs combating youth street violence. It's also adopted by Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity and Northern Illinois University. It consists of weekly group mentoring and assignment sessions, progress-tracking and mentoring by students of themselves, each other and other students in trouble; outreach and trips to other cities and to colleges; focus step by step on preparing for and getting into college. The goal is to become a responsible and respectful man. All its members since founding in 2004 have graduated from high school.
• CAPS for kids. 21st District 312 747-2930, 3rd District 312 747-9987. Peer Juries: 312 747-7090. Law Enforcement Explorers:312 747-9986. Youth Forums: 312 746-7090--also call Park District South Region, 312 747-7661. http://www.chicagopolice.org. Also Explorers Programs, Fishing.
  Also Chicago Fire Department Public Education Unit. 312 747-6691.
• Cascade classes for high schoolers at U of C- see University of Chicago SPLASH
• Calvert House. Tutoring at Calvert House Roman Catholic campus center, 5735 S. University. Laura Lecompte at 773 288-2311. For students in grades 2-12 Tu and W after school and Sat. morning or afternoon. http://calvert.uchicago.edu, calvert@uchicago.edu.
• The Center for Companies That Care. Its Education initiative partners so far with UC Charter Woodlawn High School and another for long term (4-year commitment) matching business firms and their mentor(s) with students. (Company sponsorship is $5,000 per year.) 500 N. Dearborn 2nd Fl. 60654. 312.661.1010. http://www.companies-that-care.org/. info@companies-that-care.org.
• Centers for New Horizons. Admin. offices: 4150 S. King Dr, 773 373-5700. Director: Sokoni Karanja. http://www.cnh.org
  Runs social, afterschool, and preschool/head start programs throughout Bronzeville, Riverdale and beyond. Founded in 1971, Centers for New Horizons is a nonprofit organization that enables children, youth, families to become self-reliant. Providing programs in five locations throughout the Bronzeville and Riverdale communities on the South Side of Chicago, Centers operates programs in Early Care and Education, Family Support, Youth Development, Community Building and Work Force Development.
  In 37 years, Centers for New Horizons has educated over 20,000 young children; encouraged thousands of children and youth to stay in and achieve in school.
• Chess Teachers. Among other things tournaments led by grand masters 1st Sundays from 9 am in Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, 5480 S. Kenwood. Ages 5-12. Register at http://www.chessteachers.org.
• Chapin Hall-see Univ. of Chicago-Chapin Hall.
• Chicago Academic Games League. Math-based tournament activities for 5th - 8th graders. A committee of HPKCC in conjunction with University Community Service Center, this program brings kids from several schools to the UC Lab School monthly for math game teaching and building self confidence and interpersonal skills. Participating schools must co-sponsor and provide a teacher. Study is required after school. Contact University of Chicago Community Service Center 5525 S. Ellis, Suite 160. (773) 834-1549. ucsc@uchicago.edu. Wallace E. Goode, wgoode@uchicago.edu, 773 834-1549. In 8 schools in 2007.
• Chicago Cares. Direct in-school in Hyde Park is in Canter Middle School after school on Wednesdays- weather, climate, environment and math-science-enviroment careers. http://www.chicagocares.org. 312 780-0800- but this program is through the school.
• Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture. 1515 E. 52nd Place, 2nd floor (access from near back of Mellow Yellow), and other locations, Chicago, IL 60615
  (773) 773 363-1312 or 620 245-7692. Fax 7733 363-1150.
  Purpose: Experiential education, counseling/mentoring and other social services particularly for college aged. It brings college students from campuses around the Midwest and beyond to Chicago to intern teaching in Chicago Public Schools, especially in impoverished and minority communities, while learning hands on reality for skilled faculty in social and other fields, taught out around the city and through stimulating cultural excursions, all of which they cannot get in their college towns. Up to date campus and refurbished dorms.
  Scott Chesebro, Executive Dir. 1515 E. 52nd Place, Chicago, IL 60615. 1-800-747-6059, (773) 667-6419, others. fax: (773) 363-1150.
  http://www.chicagocenter.org, info@chicagolifecenter.org, althea@chicagocenter.org.
  Purpose: Open classroom, counseling and other social services, internships. Celebrated 35 years in June 2006.
  We're a nonprofit experiential educational organization in Hyde Park.
  Urban Life Center engages college students with Chicago's diverse communities through innovative seminars and internships, expanding the traditional classroom through an experience-based, first-voices pedagogy.
  Urban Life Center also designs day to week-long LearnChicago! tours and workshops to teach groups about the city's cultures and communities.
• Chicago Child Care Society- more under The Next Step. 5467 S. University Avenue. 773 643-0452.
  Exec. Dir. Nancy Johnstone. http://www.cccsociety.org. Development Erin C. Walton, 773 256-2459, ewalton@cccsociety.org. Child Welfare Programming- Curt Holderfield. Note- summer camps 3-5 years old.
  Since 1849, when established as an orphanage after the great cholera epidemic, CCCS is Chicago's and Hyde Park's oldest child welfare agency. Mission is to safeguard vulnerable children and reinforce their families first is their aim. Recently received a major grant from the University of Chicago. Funding at the center has been stable, being mostly federal or private, including for early childhood, but state and other cuts and delays threaten girl-oriented foster care, tutoring and mentoring children, and people taking in children of relatives.
  Right at Home Parent-Baby Drop In, Thursdays 10:30-noon at the Townhouse, 5459 S. University.
  Child and Family Development Center serves 2-5s in Community Day Care for working parents.
  There is also Homeless Day Care and Protective Day Care. Takes both community and DCFS kids including pick up to and from shelters. "
  Clinical family services such as foster care and adoptions. Licensed therapists.
  Next Step program prepares teenage mothers and dads for college.
  From CCCS: Our mission statement: CCCS exists to protect vulnerable children and
  strengthen their families. We strive to be among the premier providers
  of high quality and effective child welfare services. We serve both
  children and families in the following programs:

  * Child and Family Development Center (CFDC): day care program with children between ages of 2 to 5 years old.

  * Counseling program: family oriented counseling for the agency's foster care programs and the CFDC program.

  * Education Support Program: provides services to children who are experiencing academic, behavioral and attendance difficulties and are at risk of expulsion or dropping out of school.

  * The Extended Family Support Program provides short term support to individuals caring for related children.

  * The Teen Alliance Program: provides DCFS wards with a unique foster care experience.

  * The Safe Life Program: is an HIV/AIDS prevention and education program aimed at providing information to adolescents about sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS.

  * The Teen Parenting Initiative Program serves pregnant and parenting teens that are enrolled in the Chicago Public Schools.

  * The Next Step Program is a college readiness program with mentoring support for high school mothers with one child, also boys.
  
  Also has an arts program with real artists from Hyde Park Art Center- the Clinton Duncan Art Scholars.

In summer of 2010, CCCS assumed a former Blue Gargoyle literacy/GED program for parents of children 0-3, thanks to a grant from the Barbara Bush foundation. The program starts October 1. CCCS will also have a new Early Head Start program and expanded HIV program. The former, made possible by a large grant, includes home visitation -- 4 home visitors will each visit 12 families a week. The HIV program is for youth and one of few agencies that actually received more from the state. It includes not only focus groups (small-group orientation on lifestyle changes) but for CCCS to teach its HIV education presentation in schools , testing, counseling.
Family Learning Program- literacy. Jane Hough, director. In a new annex space, 5465 S. University. This program is primarily for parents without GED and their children up to 3- separate GED and childcare.

• Chicago Freedom School. Understanding our past, creating and empowering our future, acting responsibly on the civic arena.Has re launched Communiversity, offering five courses various times of the year for youth and adult community members. These innovative courses offer opportunities to learn about the history social justice movements and moments in intergenerational settings. Please consider taking a class and/or forward to your networks...we need your support! Scholarship-earning project and essay contests, conferences.
  The brochure and the registration form can be downloaded at http://chicagofreedomschool.org/initiatives/education. Or for summer fellowships- http://chicagofreedomschool.org/initiatives/youth-leadership-development. Contact hilda@chicagofreedomschool.org, Do let me know if you have any questions. Mia Henry, Director, Chicago Freedom School, 719 S. State St, 3N Chicago, IL 60605, 312.435.1201, www.chicagofreedomschool.org/.
  

  Winning Techniques Camp wants to reward 20 children from various communities with a $500 camp scholarship. A simple online nomination form is available at www.winningtechniques.com. If a child in your community stands above the rest and you want to nominate them, simply fill out the form and submit it. Nominations will close May 30, 2009 and winning individuals will be notified June 15, 2009. Scholarships available are 10-Hockey, 5-Figure Skating, 1-Golf, 1- Horseback Riding, 1-Dance, 1-Leadership and 1-Intense Water sports.

  Winning Techniques Camp offers co-ed day and resident camp programs for children aged 4 to 16. Camp is structured so that children spend approximately half their day on their chosen specialty program. The balance of a camper’s day will be spent participating in traditional camp programs including Archery, Arts & Crafts, Badminton, Barefooting, Board & Card Games, Bocce Ball, Bonfires, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Horse Shoes, Kayaking, Low Ropes Course, Movie Night, Paddle Boating, Rock Climbing, Snorkeling, Swimming, Tubing, Water skiing, Wakeboarding, Wakeskating, Variety Night & Volleyball.

  Winning Techniques Camp is about excellence. Instruction is provided by highly qualified professional coaches including a 10 year NHL veteran & former Figure Skating National Team member. The camp wants to reward excellence in outstanding young people by giving them the opportunity to attend camp and make life long friends with other young people that share similar interests.

  Summer Fellowships for freshmen-juniors- application due by May 1 yearly- contact hilda@chicagofreedomschool.org.
  The brochure and the registration form can be downloaded at http://chicagofreedomschool.org/initiatives/education. Mia Henry, Director, Chicago Freedom School, 719 S. State St, 3N Chicago, IL 60605, 312.435.1201, www.chicagofreedomschool.org.
• Chicago Outfitters- see Chicago Riots. Visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Outfit-Roller-Derby/
• Chicago Riots Soccer. Tied to youth mentoring. Outreach of Chicago Outfitters (qv). At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, which see. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Outfit-Roller-Derby/
• Chicago Scholars Foundation. A UC-related student organization that makes college a reality for poorer students and and provides real mentoring, resources, tutoring is the Chicago Scholarship Foundation (formerly Scholarship Chicago.) It covers the five-year stretch from college application to college graduation and job-finding. It has matriculated students from 87 schools public and private. It interviews juniors for 55 spots plus 20 more through partners, selecting for drive and promise, not "achievement." GPA 2.5-5, AP or not acceptable. It does not target specific ethnic or economic groups and has students from nearly every city neighborhood and ethnic group, and tries to target the most needy and the whole city. 54% of families have have income under $20,000 and some over $100,000-- income doesn't tell the need story! It's not the financial help (which usually includes only a crucial bit such as $5,000 over 5 years--used to leverage into a total of $1 million a year other scholarships) but the mentorship that sets this program apart. Workshops and events are critical elements, including helping the students find their resources, financial and other, apply et al. A big event is one that is far more than a fair with many colleges of many kinds interviewing-- there is a college for every student. Then, when in college, an older student at that college becomes the student's mentor. It's about building community. Then there are the summer workshops with career-directed corporate internships that also teach community involvement. Meseret Negash, Dir. of Programs. http://www.scholarshipchicago.org. 55 E. Jackson Blvd. Suite 1010 Chicago, IL 60604 Phone: (312) 784-3300 Fax: (312) 784-3301 inquiries@chicagoscholars.org.
• Chicago Wisdom Project. http://www.chicagowisdomproject.org. info@chicagowisdomproject.org. Affiliated with a national network, this is a suite of programs and a charter school that seeks to engage youth and children in creative projects so they will create their own culture and contribute to the community's wisdom and culture. Mentoring is combined with projects with tangible results. It is not yet in this area but is working with the Op Shop cooperative seeking a youth community arts and learning space. Many classes are currently at Quaker House, 5615 S. Woodlawn. It is not yet in this area but is working with the Op Shop cooperative seeking a youth community arts and learning space. Executive Director Theodore Richards.
• Chicago Youth Centers. Nearest is Elliott Donnelley at 3947 S. Michigan. 773 268-3815, Fax 773 268-2723- an excellent center. Center Director G. Sequane Lawrence, sequane.lawrence@chicagoyouthcenters.org. Main number is 773 468-3357. http://www.chicagoyouthcenters.org.
  Elliott Donnelley Center- Chicago Youth Centers also appeals to mentors to partner schools including Bret Harte and Overton.
  Chicago Youth Centers T.E.A.M. School-Based Mentoring Program Visit our website: www.chicagoyouthcenters.org. In 2010 received a grant to rev up computer labs for youth.

  CYC’s goal is to bring critcal mentoring resources to students grades 4-6 at our partner schools to help them improve their academic performance and acquire essential social skills. Our partner schools also serve a significant homeless population.

  The Elliott Donnelley Youth Center (of Chicago Youth Centers) is located in Bronzeville at 3947 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653. Melvina Coleman, Program Coordinator, Elliott Donnelley Youth Center, 3947 So., Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60653, Office Phone: 773/268-3815, Ext. 26, Fax: 773/268-9460 Email: melvina.coleman@chicagoyouthcenters.org.Serving children ages 5-17 years old in the following capacities: tutoring, mentoring, after-school programming, swimming lessons, recreational activities, “CPS Out-of-School-Day” care, and teen leadership programming (including career and college readiness). Fees are assessed based on the family’s income level (sliding scale). To apply, contact EDYC to have your child become a member: 773-268-3815 Website: www.chicagoyouthcenters.org. Christy Beighe-Byrne, M.A. Director of Mentor and Volunteer Services. Email: Christy. Beighe-Byrne@chicagoyouthcenters.org.
  Chicago Youth Centers T.E.A.M. School-Based Mentoring Program Visit our website: www.chicagoyouthcenters.org.
  CYC’s goal is to bring critcal mentoring resources to students grades 4-6 at our partner schools to help them improve their academic performance and acquire essential social skills. Our partner schools also serve a significant homeless population.

  Local Partner Schools: § Bret Harte Elementary: 1556 E. 56th Street (Hyde Park)
  ° Mondays 2:50 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. / Tuesdays 2:50 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  § Overton Elementary: 221 E. 49th Street (Bronzeville/Grand Blvd.)
  ° Mondays and Tuesdays 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

  ° School-Age After-School Program (Ages 5 through 12)
  ° Teen Leadership Development After-School Program (Young People Ages 13 through 18)
  ° CYC’s Visual and Performing Arts Program (All participant in our School-Age and Teen Leadership Development Programs)
  ° Summer Fun Day Camp (Children 5 through 12)
  ° Yes I Can Awards Program (Honors outstanding CYC youth in the categories of Education, Sportsmanship, Creativity, Job and Career Development, Community Service and Quality of Life at a public recognition ceremony every year.)
  ° Anthony Watson/ITW Math and Science Scholarship Program (Encourages and supports youth who demonstrate an interest in the fields of math and science – provides them with mentoring and financial assistance.)
  ° Aquatics Program (Young people learn to swim in addition to learning about water safety. – Special attention given to T.O.W. – children Terrified of Water!)
  ° Making Mentoring Meaningful (Children who have an incarcerated parent are with caring, trained community mentors.
  CYC Elliott Donnelley Center and Price 21st Century- Chicago Youth Centers also appeals to mentors to partner schools including Bret Harte and Overton.
  CYC Elliott Donnelley Price 21st Century: At Price Literature and Writing Elementary School, 4351 Drexel. 60653. Resource coordinator Ms. Patricia Flax, call Price at 773 535-1300 or Elliott Donnelley (3947 S. Michigan 60653) at 773 268-3815. Homework help, academic enrichment, mentoring, life skills workshops, cultural and recreational programs, clubs (include hip hop dance, science, mural art, world drama, African or Brazilian/Batucada drum, art of singing, quarterly family night, field trips. Mon-Thurs 2:45-6 pm during the school year.
  Chicago Youth Centers T.E.A.M. School-Based Mentoring Program Visit our website: www.chicagoyouthcenters.org.
  See details.

   

• Chicago Playpen. Parents have fun with their 6 mo-8 yr old kids and kids learn, and learn to releave stress through play. 908 E. 47th St. $35 monhtly pass ($6 for each add'l child) includes a lot of discounts on stuff. $12 non-member drop in. http://www.playpenchicago.com. Anika McNeil.
• Chicago Youth Leadership Academy. A partnership of the Chicago Police Department 3rd District and the University of Chicago. Three weeks! It's on in 2012- 15 girls as well as boys 30. In summer 2009, about 30 bright to average but at risk high schoolers were identified by teachers, orgs. and others from the Woodlawn and Washington Park areas (Hyde Park, King and Hershey high schools) to be brought on UC campus for a week. Involved total immersion in the work of the various police units and university and adult worlds, boot-camp style activities, counseling including having round the clock police male mentors, sports, academics, real discussions about their lives and real consequences of actions, and more. Hope is to expand it into a continuous program for many more kids, hopefully from more neighborhoods, in conjunction with Office of Special Programs (Upward Bound). Rudy Nimocks, rend@uchicago.edu. Parental support is a must, providing male model-mentors is also. Drew on a University of Michigan/Mich. State Police model. currently mentoring and guiding the youth.
  "Show me your friends and I will show you your future." Responsibility, respect, trust. Dedication, Respect, Resilience, Leadership, Sportsmanship, Responsibility, Helpful Planning, Discipline are promoted. Typical day: wake up (6 am) , personal training, meal, detail formation, assignment, leadership development and character education, meal, law enforcement section, military drill, meal, hoops, mentoring. Team leaders Officer Charles O'Connor, Officer Martin Smith, Lt. Bennie Bower and Officer Maurice Burton of Mich State Police. 3rd District: 7040 S. Cottage Grove 60637, 312 747-7004, http://www.CAPS003DISTRICT@ChicagoPolice.Org. University of Chicago Police, 77e3 702-8181, www.universityofchicago.edu.
• Chicago Youth Programs. (More to come on this extraordinary program.) 5350 S. Prairie 60615. 773 924 0220. Monica Cook-Bey, Dir. of Programs. Contact jredmond@chicagoyouthprograms.org. http://www.chicagoyouthprograms.org. To improve the life opportunities and health of at-risk youth in the Washington Park, Cabrini-Green and Uptown areas using a comprehensive approach aimed at developing capabilities. The primarily volunteer staff works through tutoring, free healthcare, recreation, cultural activities, and career placement. 85-over 90% are placed in college or trade school, 94% retention rate, almost 0% pregnancy. Large, modern facility. Works with Hyde Park Kiwanis, University of Chicago, 2 Loyola campuses including tutoring and other programs in their campuses. Looking for tutors and other volunteers! Hyde Park Kiwanis will soon have volunteers in this program and center.
  Note, currently the Washington Park section is only taking new applicants from that neighborhood and has a waiting list.
• Children's Home + Aid. Provides program in many schools citywide, tailored to the needs of each neighborhood-- some stressing services anti violence or tutoring. Parent training and services to Wake a Wish type activities. At Ray School, for example, arts, crafts and activities and some tutoring. At Ray they have a summer camp (see pdf flyer and in summer camp section- Ray). Fees. Ray administrator Adam Zielinski. Azielinski@childrenshomeandaid.org. 125 S. Wacker Dr. 14th floor, Chicago, IL 60606. 312 424-0200.
• Children's Rendez-vous/KAM Isaiah Israel including Nursery School. A school associated with? KAM Nursery School. Has an after-school program, half-days and holidays for ages 5-15, summer camps in August (6 weeks for grades 3-8, month-long for high school). 5039 S. Greenwood. Catherine Celimene. Director Fran Gordon. 773 330-0277. Catherine Celimene, ccelimene@crv-hydepark.com. http://www.crv-hydepark.com.
• CircEsteem. At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. http://www.circesteem.org. CircEsteem is an exciting program that gives kids the opportunity to “clown around” while developing balance, flexibility and hand-eye coordination. Students in CircEsteem will be introduced to a variety of skills including: juggling, plate spinning, globe walking, tight wire and much more! CircEsteem classes give every student a chance to shine in the center ring while building confidence and working as a team. All levels welcome and encouraged. Classes run for 1 hour on a weekly basis for 8-week sessions.
  CircEsteem (k-6 gr)
  Tuesday 4 - 5 pm
  10/16 through 12/15 (no class 11/20)
  Cost: $200/ session
  Stop in or e-mail info@hpnclub.org to request an enrollment form
  Our Mission Since 2001, CircEsteem’s mission has been to unite youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and help them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts.
• City Year. Includes sending college-aged volunteers into our schools such as North Kenwood/Oakland and Reavis. City Year is a non-profit organization that is part of AmeriCorps. We unite a diverse corps of 17-24 year olds for a powerful year of full-time service. We serve in 17 cities across the United States and one in South Africa. Here in Chicago we have 100 corps members who serve in teams in 9 Chicago Public Schools across the city. We have teams in Austin, Bronzeville, North Kenwood/Oakland, Greater Grand Crossing, North Lawndale, and Marquette Park. Our service in the schools focuses in two main areas: literacy tutoring with 1-3 grade students during the day and structured and safe after-school programming during after-school hours. We also have 1 team that focuses on civic engagement and 2 that create weekend programs for youth that are based out of our office at 36 S. Wabash.
  
  In addition to our direct service in the schools we also hope to involve ourselves in the communities in which we serve. This might involve attending community meetings, planning events and service days. A physical service day at City Year is a day that involves addressing possible projects in the community -- for example painting a school, building a playground, cleaning up a park -- and inviting our 100 corps members, community members, students and other volunteers to come out to the community and help get the projects completed. We are planning our big day for February 22 and hope to partner with a variety of community organizations to be sure we are meeting the needs of the area.
  
  If you are interested in learning more please check out our website at www.cityyear.org or contact our office (312) 464-9899 and set up a time to attend one of our visitor's program sessions. And of course, please let me know when you and I might be able to get together and talk more about possibilities for the Hyde-Park/Kenwood area.
  Elizabeth Burns Senior Corps Member - Program Leader North Kenwood/Oakland Charter School (312) 375-6806 eburns08@cityyear.org. City Year Chicago 36 S. Wabash Suite 1500 Chicago, IL 60603.
• Civic Knowledge, U of C Div. of Humanities. See below.
• Comprehensive Learning Services. (Just opening May 23 in the Windermere 1642 E. 56th St. , poss. in assoc. with KidzAcademy qv)
• Computer Training Institute of Chicago. Paul Johnson, Program Director. 773-952-6030. In Hyde Park at 1424 E. 53rd St., Ste. 204, Chicago, IL 60615. Social@CTIChicago.com. http://www.ctichicago.com. Training in small classes in Adobe suite, Microsoft Office suite, CompTDIA A Plus, M Computing, Cisco Networking, Medical Billing and Coding, Project Management, Six Sigma, ESL.
• Creative Mansion Children's Academy. PERMANENTLY CLOSED.
• Daughters of Zion. Shani Britton, 1507 E. 53rd St. suite 911?, 60615, 773 426-3400, Hopeinzion@aol.com. http://www.dozin.org. DOZIN is a Christian non-profit dedicated to saving lives and restoring hope by sharing Gods' love through providing food, clothing, medical care, quality education, clean water and a safe living environment. We focus on children who have been separated from their parents due to death, abandonment, poverty or abuse. We strive to meet each child's specific needs by providing personal development programs, counseling, educational support and spiritual and recreational activities.
• Donnelley Center- see above, Chicago Youth Centers.
• The Dreamcatcher Foundation. An org. in Englewood. Stephanie Daniels-Wilson, Brenda Myers-Powell, Angela Roguenses. 1411 E. 67th Pl, 773 936-9898, http://www.thedreamcatcherfoundation.org. aroguenses@gmail.com. Tutor/mentor work with young girls, esp. in the Englewood area, using volunteers from around the city including U of C. through education, empowerment, and prevention of sexual exploitation. Partly funded by Community Renewal Society.
• Education Station. National tutoring company. http://www.educate.com (no site found). Free in conjunction with CPS and schools. Small groups. Local number 312 320-5332. Natalie Oliver, natalie.oliver@educate.com. Parent Helpline 800 246-2154.
• E Learning for Schools. A new program designed to teach savvy computer, internet and technology skills to classes of parents and children, elementary and middle, school leading to Technology Certification. The standardized global curriculum is on line and looking for a 60-parent pilot for 8 weeks and to help schools develop their technology plan that is entry to funding. Will be a modest charge to school and parents. Nitin Hemmady. http://www.elearning forschools.com, nitin@elearningforschools.com.
• Elliott Donnelley- see above, Chicago Youth Centers.
• Ellis Avenue Church- see Strive.
• Experimental Station- including Blackstone Bicycle Works. An incubator of innovative cultural, educational, and environmental projects and small-scale enterprises. All educational programs call 773 241-5458. All others incl. Farmer's Market 773 241-6044. 6100 S. Blackstone Ave 60637. Connie Spreen. conniespreen@experimentalstation.org. http://www.experimentalstation.org.
• Faithful Few (The). Founded in 2005. Hyde Parker Denard Jacox, Director. 1448 E. 52nd St. #164, 773 426-3472. But its website gives at least for gifts C/O LaDonna McCormick, Secretary, 3629 South Indiana. djacox@hotmail.com. faithfulfew1986@hotmail.com. Works using volunteers including with children with attention deficit and hyperactivity or bipolar disorders. Works holistically including through one on one mentoring, softball and work with YMCA, Chicago Park District. One event is teaming up with Broken Arrow for family horseback riding and festival in Washington Park. Also dedicated to keeping girls off the streets. Works with The Woodlawn Collaborative. http://www.faithfulfew.org.
  Faithful Few has now expanded its male teen softball recreation and mentoring program to Girls Off The Streets basketball GOTS (which see). For both genders, th program offers sports, life skills such as cooking, self-defense and experiences such as Air and Water Show, flying with Tuskegee Airmen. Funding from several Booth Business School professors at U of C.
• Friend Center - see University of Chicago Friend Center
• Future Investors of America- see at top
• Futureworld Learning Centers Nfp, 1744 E. 55th St. Chicago, IL 60615, 773 256-1570, details at 312 719-4907. http://www.swkids.org. Ms. Charisse Parham. (these websites may be other or old: futureworldhydepark@hotmail.com. http:/www.futureworldlearningcenters.org or http://www.futureworldhydepark.org.)
  Before and after school centers- partnering with computers in park fieldhouses, internet fun learning, afterschool homework help using computers and competition and teaching blitz math, speed reading, photo/graphics, website creation. Can be affordable or free.
• Gallery 37. Ages 14-21. Hands-on paid arts programs and job-training including apprenticeships and internships in arts etc. entrepreneurship, art, sports, technology, communications. Downtown or remote sites. Lots of partners. Storefront Theater, World Kitchen, Downtown Sound, artScape Chicago, Advanced Art Education including HHW Vocal Arts Ensemble. Dance, murals, graphic design apprenticeships. Much is in schools via After School Matters, such as Kenwood Academy. http://www.cityofchicago.org/gallery37center. http://www.afterschoolmatters.org/programs/gallery37. http://www.37advanced.org/perform.html. (See also After School Matters; call 773 533-2108) 66 E. Randolph, 4th floor, 60602. 312 744-4182, 312 774 8925. David Sinski, 312 744-8925, d.sinski@cityofchicago.org. asm@cityofchicago.org.
• Gary Comer Youth Center. Out of area but lots to do there. An environment where young people are exposed to six primary program tracks: academics, health and nutrition, college/career prep, athletics-fitness, civic engagement, arts-culture. Utilizes mentorship, classroom instruction, real world experienced and technology. Comprehensive center for the whole family. Ayoka Samuels, Guy Comer, 7200 S. Ingleside, 60619, 773 358-4085, asamuels@gcychome. http://www.gcyconline.com.
• (Chicago) Gear Up Alliance (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs.) (UC programs- see UC Gear Up). Making College Real, scholarship access program. GEAR UP is a federally funded, six-year program that works in partnership with Chicago Public Schools to prepare Chicago students for success in post-secondary education.In order to support students’ quest for a post secondary education, the Chicago GEAR UP Alliance has designated six major program components: 1) in-school instruction; 2) Saturday and after school programs including early high school credit classes; 3) summer programs; 4) college readiness activities; 5) parent seminars and workshops; and 6) professional development for teachers and school staff. Programs include direct service to students, parent programs, and professional development.
  GEAR UP students participate in credit recovery classes with GEAR UP trained teachers who are helping kids get back on track. Enrichment programs are offered for students ready to take on new challenges in preparing for high school. Parents and families remain active through the summer and teachers continue to learn. Much is in the summer and after school/ Saturdays. African Summer Institute, July 6 - 23, 2009, Summer 2009 TI-Nspire™ Workshop, Countdown Math, Amazing Race Countdown to Your Future, Post Secondary Student Development.... Components include AVID, Student Development Seminars, Content Tutoring, and English, Math and Science Advanced Placement Courses. Many programs are for or are also for teachers, such as Teachers As Writers, Young Adult Literature, Credit Recovery Classes, African Summer Institute, TI-NspireTM Workshop. Some program names that can be reached via their website's icons under "Resources" : Gear Up Roosevelt University Cluster, Count Down, YAL, Teachers As Writers, Learning Village, Scholarship-Who Wants to Win, Inquiry and Design, AVID, Pathways to Your Future, Archives, Community Calendar.
  Funding from U.S. Dept. of Education. Consists of: Post Secondary Leadership Council (CEOs of CPS, DePaul, Loyola, Northeastern, Roosevelt, Truman and U of C under Teryl ann Roche), Alliance Administrators, Gear Up Management Teams (Evaluation- Jan Alexander, Parent Services- Margaret -Boyter-Escalona, Professional Development-Chris Johnson, Student Services- Trisa Rosado, CPS Districts- Bernard McCune), and School Partners-in area Hyde Park Academy (Cheryl Rodger, under Roosevelt University), and Kenwood Academy (Lionette Bursey, and Mrs. D. Brown. under U of Chicago- lbursey@uchicago.edu, clagenebrown@uchicago.edu. ). Benefits: Creates a social context for collaborative learning, performance-based assessments, and work experiences, Develops opportunities for rigorous academic preparation, Develops opportunities for the creation of knowledge and inquiry in the school and community, Supports student learning by enhancing students’ engagement in the creation of their own knowledge, Increases student and parent awareness of post-secondary education and career options to promote college attendance. (Cannot find address, phone or "contact" that works in their website-- try via UC Gear Up (cuip....)
  From description of Univ. of Chicago-Kenwood Area Gear Up Program. : Gear Up was created through the Chicago Education Alliance with a $321 million five year grant form the US Dept. fo Education. Chicago Gear Up is an unprecedented partnership of local colleges and universities, cultural institutions and CPS to address critical needs that impede student access and success in college. It serves over 12,000 students in fifty schools across the city, beginning in the middle grades, to prepare for high school and to enroll in college. Kenwood Gear Up Network includes Kenwood Academy High School and Academic Center, Dunbar Academy, Price Elementary, Doolittle Elementary, and Reavis Elementary. Follows student from grade 6 and through first year of college. In 2009 working with cohort of students in 10th and 11th grades in Kenwood High and Dunbar as well as a Post-Secondary Coach in high schools for 9th and 10th graders.
  Academic support, parent education, expanded opportunities for professional development of staff.
  Summer Transition, Parent Leadership Conference, Team Building, Tutoring, Workshops, Seminars, Success Clubs, Technology Training, Family Outings and College Tours.
  4351 S. Drexel room 109 60653, 773 535-1366, fax 773 535-1552.
  
• GenTech. Founded by Hyde Parker Deborah Thompson to provide technology and entrepreneurial camps, tutoring and experience. In 2010, students invented smart phone apps that are already in production and use! 7 week camp for ages 8-17. Also includes classes in video game creation, website creating, 3-D animation. They hardly know they are doing work or research. 93% show gains in math, 98% gains in reading. http://www.mygentech.net, 773 324-7772.
• GirlPOWER! A mentoring program from Loyola University Chicago. Partners in North Kenwood Oakland UC Charter School- Loyola's gen. no. is 773-274-3000. Website http://www.luc.edu.
• Global Glimpse is a not for profit organization working with partner public high schools to inspire America's next generation to become responsible global citizens through after school programming and 3-week transformative summer travel in the developing world. They provide need based scholarships to 100% of accepted students and are the only organization making this kind of educational travel program accessible to low income youth on a large scale. For more information srasul@uchicago.edu.
• GOTS- Faithful Few's Girls Off The Streets basketball and other sports program. (See Faithful Few in various sections for its other programs open to girls.) Active involvement through sports (currently basketball), visits by guest mentors, nutrition classes, tutoring, community service projects. Takes its cue from Michelle Obama to make girls healthy, well-rounded and in a safe environment. Family oriented. Includes Kenwood students. Meets M, W, F 6-9 and select Saturdays in Washington Park Fieldhouse, 5531 S. King Dr. 773 426-3472.
• Graham School of General Studies UC- summer for high schoolers- see University of Chicago Graham School, below.
• Great Books Foundation conducts tutoring and after school sessions in various schools. 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL 60601-2205. 1 9-- 222-5870. www.greatbooks.org.
• The Homework Mastery Center. Homework tutoring.5234 S. Blackstone. 773 684-2555, 966 908-8867. http://www.homeworkmastery.com. An After School Matters program in several cities. K-12. State approved, certified teachers on staff. A division of "Train Up A Child." Stresses creativity, includes summer program. "To develop tomorrow's leaders by assisting them academically in math, reading, writing and social skills." One-time enrollment fee payable at time of registration. Parent Agreement Form. Mon-Th 3-8 pm, Saturday 10 am-2 pm. admin@homeworkmastery.com.
• Hyde Park Art Center. 5520 S. Cornell. 773 324-5520. http://www.hydeparkart.org. generalinformation@hydeparkart.org. Creativity camps including daily from 2 pm and for elementary on school days off; teen programs. Summer camps. More in the Cultural Calendar. Ray Yang, Program and Education, ryang@hydeparkart.org. See more in Cultural section.
• Hyde Park Development Center. Closed.
• Hyde Park Jewish Community Center. 52o0 S. Hyde Park Blvd., 60615, 773 753-3080. http://www.gojcc.org. Laurie Goldberg Regional Administrator. Michael Goldstein, mgoldstein@gojcc.org. Early childhood classes, gym, vacation-day programs for nursery through 5th grade. Established in 1949, Hyde Park JCC serves thousands of families each year through educational, recreational, social and cultural programs. The 30,000 square foot building shared with Congregation Rodfei Zedek, includes early and childhood classes, outdoor enclosed playground, and 3,000-square-foot gym. Enrichment classes are for children aged 3-6. Vacation day programs during the year for children nursery through 5th grade. After school programs are geared to grades 1-8 and include basketball, Tae Kwon Do, swimming (at Dyett pool) and gymnastics. League play available. Summer Camp offers a range of 4- and 8-week programs for children from 3 year to 9th grade with Red Cross swim instruction, bus service.
• Hyde Park Learning Resources Center. Website may not be up yet. 5114 S. Dorchester. 312 209-3852, local 773 363-5581. http://www.hplrc.org. Call and ask for Lillie Goodwin, lillie.goodwin@sbcglobal.net. Provides homework assistance, tutoring, test preparatory services and summer programs. Tutoring and homework, test preparation centering on academics for all grades. Group or individual. 2 pm earliest to 6 pm. Safe Haven.
• Hyde Park Neighborhood Club
  5480 S. Kenwood Avenue
  (773) 643-4062, Fax (773) 643-4262
  Executive Director: Sarah Diwan. Media Miriam Sierig. President: Bethany Pickens. Youth and other programs Abigail Hymen?.
  www.hpnclub.org. email@hpnclub.org. Purpose: To provide social and recreational services to youth and children from birth through high school through its facilities and programs. Features a variety of programs including recreation and fitness, crafts, education for toddlers, children, teens. Vast array.
  
  In 2010, the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club proudly celebrates the beginning of its second century of vital service to Hyde Park and the south side of Chicago. HPNC strengthens our community and fosters individual development by complementing and enriching classroom learning for children and youth and by promoting social interaction and wellbeing among seniors. Each day, more than 300 people participate in HPNC programs. This is truly a place “where generations grow together.” Space in the HPNC headquarters, which includes a community garden, is available for rental. HPNC is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
  CircEsteem- see in other sections with Hyde Park Neighborhood Club.
  JUMP Start Dance is now available at the the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. Works with coordinating skills of mostly toddlers and preschool.
  Neighborhood Club Fall 2011 programs update
  Suite of programs in start of 2011. 300 ages 0-16 served every weekday.
  
  Expanded youth programs fall 2014 starting Sept. 2- After School Learning Lab (pickup from school, homework help from UC students, daily enrichment, to 6:30 pm.
  Middle and High School Mentoring (13-18)- Individual and group tutoring, Service Learning and Leadership Development, Recreational activities and field trips, Parent support for high school
  Enrichment Courses- Shakesparea 5th gr +, Tumbling and Acrobatics.

Early childhood

Tot Lot for 0-4

Baby PhD Activity Workshops for 0-3 and caregivers or parents

School Age

Before and After School-- Busy Bees K-2, Tweens grades 3-5, Teens grades 6-10. Free 3 days/week

After School Learning Lab- M-F 3:30-6. $9 drop in, $45 for 10-sessions, $65 monthly pass. Grades k-10. Follows CPS Track R schedule (or likely the new one).
And Resource Center 9 am-12- same.
Girl's Roller Derby 10:30-1:30 same.

All-day Summer Camp grades K-10

Sports

Chicago Riots Roller Derby for girls ages 12-17 (See Chicago Riots...)

Open Gym bb for teens free

L'il Kickers soccer ages 28 mo to 9 years

We Got Game bb and flag football ages 2-12 years

Intergenerational Program- Elders and other adults provide literacy assistance, mentoring, homework help.

JUMP Start Dance is now available at the the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. Works with coordinating skills of mostly toddlers and preschool. Thursday mornings at 10:15 and 11:00 a.m
CircEsteem. At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. http://www.circesteem.org. CircEsteem is an exciting program that gives kids the opportunity to “clown around” while developing balance, flexibility and hand-eye coordination. Students in CircEsteem will be introduced to a variety of skills including: juggling, plate spinning, globe walking, tight wire and much more! CircEsteem classes give every student a chance to shine in the center ring while building confidence and working as a team. All levels welcome and encouraged. Classes run for 1 hour on a weekly basis for 8-week sessions.
CircEsteem (k-6 gr)
Tuesday 4 - 5 pm
10/16 through 12/15 (no class 11/20)
Cost: $200/ session
Stop in or e-mail info@hpnclub.org to request an enrollment form
Our Mission Since 2001, CircEsteem’s mission has been to unite youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and help them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts.

After School Learning Lab

Enrichment Classes are new to the schedule this year. hpnc is excited to offer Shakespeare's Youth of Hyde Park (SYHP)- organized by HP school teacher Lincoln Brown and affiliated with UC's Theater Outreach Program
and CircEsteem which allows kids to "clown around" to develop balance, flexibility, hand -eye coordination through juggling, plate spinning, globe walking, tightwire.
We are looking forward to these exciting new partnerships and hope you'll sign up for the 8-week session. Send an e-mail to info@hpnclub.org to request more information!

Coming- New athletic leagues or youth: bb boys K-9, girls K-3, soccer ages 2-6; South Wing literacy centre, teen room, early childhood center, professional kitchen.

Lango Kids. Foreign Languages for Kids. http://www.LangoChicago.com.

For middle/high school girls, the Club offers scholarships for girsl from low-income families who want to join the girls's basketball team for 6th to 8th grade and girls junior roler derby tam for ages 12-17. They welcome girs who want to PLAY SPORTS (you know you should, and such opportunities are shrinking. Sponsor- Illinois Violence Prevention Authority. SEE THE THE TEEN GROUP'S BLOG,
F.A.C.E.S of the Neighborhood (food, arts, Community, Education, and Sports) to find out how you can learn JOURNALISM, PHOTOGRAPHY, BLOG DESIGN and for example business plans as for food carts.

Middle School (5th-9th) progams include Shakespeare's Youth (see above)

Year-round Before and After school and Days Off, Summer Camp 7 am-6 pm ages 6-12. Tot Lot October to May Tu., Wed., Fri. mornings. For complete information and very full schedule visit their website. Before and after school care is available for children ages 5-12. Club staff drop children off and pick them up from the schools that are in close proximity to the Club. Open Gym 5:30 to 8:30 weekday evenings. Also ballet, jazz, tap, martial arts, hip hop, digital music, art, field trips, computer. See also in hydepark.org (this site) Neighborhood Club Programs and Collaborers in the Community. Includes Baby PhD Childcare Network programs daily at the Club.
Financial Literacy classes for grades 7-12.
7th and 8th grade After School Program: Life Skills, Homework Assistance, Presentation Skills, Spoken Word and Fine art, Basketball and Sports. Daily bus pickup at Canter middle School. 773 643-4062.
A new focus is the intergenerational mentoring Program. Brings together adults over 55 with teens 12-14 years old- starts Winter 2009.
Note, the 2008 summer program has been revised and enhanced to stress field trips to swimming, beaches, museums as well as doing art projects, playing sports, and educational brush up. Under temporary staff.
The fall program is hoped to be expanded to high school students and include financial management, spoken word, and African Dance and is being fine tuned in consultation with Cantor, Kenwood, Murray and Ray schools. Li'l Kickers, We Got Game.

In progress: more Teen and High School Financial Literacy and Management: Checking and savings accounts How-To, budgeting, investments, stock market, asset building: Money Talks Teen Financial Empowerment Program 6 week program April 15-May 22 Wed. and Fridays 5:30. College Preparation for High Schoolers: SAT/ACT, computer lab, financial aid, personal statement tutoring.

Teen Summer Program. Includes weekly field trips around the city planned by students who learn how to use public transit as first choice, to navigate the city and a host of topics. Travel underwritten by Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference.

New: Intergenerational Programming Every generation has its ways of expressing its story. Highlights: oral histories, events, visual arts, dancing
MORE ON FALL AND WINTER 2008 PROGRAMS IN CULTURAL SECTION.
The intergenerational program includes middle school students interviewing South Side senior citizens of various lifestyles including LGBT in conjunction with Howard Brown. More in Youth Discussion-empowerment section.

Early childhood programs continue to grow. Tot Lot (raising funds for new toys). This is an indoor playground with tricyclesclimbing structures, an woode push toys.
Yoga for young children, sign language, blocks and imaginaton play groups.

• Hyde Park Parent Cooperative for Early Learning. Or. Pre-school ages 2-4; parent participation required; limited after-school programs. 5300 South Shore Drive. 773 684-6363. http://www.parentcoop.org. Monica Foster, info@parentcoop.org.
• Hyde Park Parent Support Network- parents and young kids play interactive, stimulative games. 5230 (5234) S. Blackstone. 773 684-2555. http://www.hydeparkpsn.org. (May be preschool only? But is part of Homework Mastery Network, which see.
• Hyde Park Young Life. Marlena Fleming, Director. Contact Info: Young Life Hyde Park c/o Donna Dortzbach 4524 S. Ellis Ave. Chicago, IL 60653. 773 540-8860, http://www.younglife.org (search by zip then click Hyde Park). (Also given as 5421 S. Dorchester #1 60615. Cell 312 245-3364 but this is not in their website.) Faith based tutoring and mentoring and empowerment groups in Kenwood Academy, Canter (including an after school dance class) et al, Kenwood Park fieldhouse, and more is combined with hands on ministry and service projects, training, field trips and mentoring opportunities for teens. From a national faith based organization that has lots of camps et al.
• The IIT Middle-School Computer Discovery Camp for Girls, sponsored by the IIT College of Science and Letters and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, will be held Mondays to Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., July 18-28, on IIT's Main Campus. Vida Winans (CS MS '90), senior instructor of computer science, will lead participants in a variety of hands-on activities to develop their interest and skills.
  The camp is based on a program hosted at IIT last summer, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) "Broadening Participation in Computing" program. High-achieving, motivated girls who will enter grades 7-9 this fall are eligible. Students from populations underrepresented in computer science and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), including African-American, Hispanic and Native American students, are especially encouraged to apply. The cost for the Middle-School Computer Discovery Camp for Girls is $475.00; need-based scholarships are available. To learn more, see https://sites.google.com/site/iitcomputerdiscoverycamp/registration. For questions, please contact Vida Winans at 312-567-5334 or Winans@iit.edu.
• Infinite Future Organization. Has a website calling for new resources for kids and implying it has an athletic and tutoring school, but no contacts are given. http://www.infinitefutureorg.org.
• Inner City Youth Foundation. Call to find programs including recreational. 4500 S. Michigan. 773 285-2000.
• Institute for Positive Living/Open Book Program. 435 E.35th St. Chicago IL 60616. 773 924-9801. http://www.openbook.org. Rev. Marrice Coverson. After-school literacy program based in Bronzeville as well as connection to the Betty Shabazz suite of charter schools.
• The Kitchen [Community]. http://www.thekitchencommunity.org. Sam Koentopp. sam@thekitchencommunity.org.
• Ivy League Tutoring. www.ivyleaguetutoring.biz, 7134 S Jeffery Blvd. Chicago, IL 60649. (773) 752-2222
  Tutors for Harvard, Yale, Cornell, U of C. One-to-one tutoring, elementary through Ph.D. and adult, leading to success including at top flight universities who are in the top 1% of the country in verbal and mathematical skills (Grad. Record Exam). Targeted especially to an African-American population and to learning disabled and remedial. Adept at motivation. Mathematics, Science, Reading, English, Social Science, Foreign Languages, ISAT, Terra Nova ACT, PSAT, SAT, GRE, LSAT, GMAT. Onsite or online. 26 years experience. Thoroughly tests all incoming students, designs an individual instruction program, re teaches foundations, practical as well as theoretical, stress on retention, parental engagement and instruction. Noon to 10 pm M-Th, 7-10 St adn Sun. Initial test $75. $75 per (full) hour. Each additional student is only $5 more (parents free). Carol Young or Adrian Hunter at 773 752-2222.
• JCC see Hyde Park Jewish Community Center. http://www.ivyleaguetutoring.biz.
• Jewish Child and Family Services- see Sibshops in the Youth Support Groups section for one example.
• JUMP Start Dance is now available at the the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. Works with coordinating skills of mostly toddlers and preschool.
• JUSTUSarts. Established in 1991 as a grassroots, arts-based, youth-oriented program. Our mission is to provide literary arts activities featuring poetry, storytelling and drama for community development, diversity outreach and increased academic achievement. Our programs are designed to help increase self-esteem, self-image, communication skills, team work, social responsibility and cultural awareness. Oba William King, 1634 E. 53rd St. #143. 773 288-0800. http://www.storytelling.org/oba. oba@justusarts.org.
• Kemit Learning Center. Day care, preschool, after school ages 6 weeks to 7 years. Spanish, Kindemusik, Educational field trips. Part of the Baby Ph.D. Network. Our programs support the School's mission of developing students with character. Through a broad range of activities and exceptional instruction, we encourage children to apply their talents, identify new interests, develop caring friendships, and build confidence in their ability to succeed. Our programs operate in developmentally stimulating home-like environments within which children’s natural love of learning can flourish. We foster the growth of the whole child through age-appropriate activities that address social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development. Above all we strive to be practical, relevant, and fun! 44th and Greenwood. 773 268-4454. http://www.kemitlearningcenter.com.
• Kenwood Academy's Brotherhood boys mentoring- see Brotherhood, above.
• Kenwood United Church of Christ, 4600-08 S. Greenwood, 773 373-2861. Tutoring, recreation, arts, crafts, Bible class for ages 6-16 Saturday noon-3 pm. http://www.kenwooducc.org.
• The Kitchen [Community]. http://www.thekitchencommunity.org. Sam Koentopp, sam@thekitchencommunity.org. Works with kids in schools' community gardens and tachers growing, nutritional eating, projects around foods, etc.
• Kiwanis, Hyde Park. Builders and Key Clubs. Builders are for middle school (11-14 years)- have in Kenwood, developing in Canter; Key are for high school. Mentoring and project-based clubs building business/entrepreneurship, volunteer ship and self sufficiency life skills. http://www.buildersclub.org.
  Club #13752 of Illinois-East Iowa District, Division 4. Find in http://www.iikiwanis.org, http://www.kiwanis.org. President Marianne Bagnola, Vice President Camille Hamilton-Doyle, Treasurer Jon Will, Secretary Rosemary Snow, Contact Rosemary Snow: Mail all including contributions to Kiwanis of Hyde Park, c/o 1507 E. 53rd St. Box 120, Chicago, IL 60615. 773 324-8645, roses92@sbcglobal.net. Jon Will: 1507 E. 53rd St., PMB 120, 60615, 773-643-8089, Fax 773 643-8091, jnwassoc@sbcglobal.net. Call Wally Jonas at 773 955-5035. Illinois-East Iowa District Governor Kevin McConnell, governor@iikiwanis.org.
  For more information about Kiwanis projects or to participate contact Jon Will at jnwassoc@sbcglobal.net. Working for example with Chicago Youth Programs (q.v.). Nationally, Kiwanis.org.
• Kumon Math and Reading Centers. Kumon Math and Reading Center of Hyde Park. 1525 E. 55rd St, Suite 202-1. A for profit after school tutoring program for students from pre-school through high school. Owner and operator Emanuel Ahme. Free placement testing. Emmanuel Ahme, 773 9557010. eahme1@yahoo.com. http://www.kumon.com. Use the general no. 800 937-6284 for others Kumon schools.
• Lango Kids. Foreign Languages for Kids. http://www.LangoChicago.com. (http://www.langokids.com national?). More info contact Baby Ph D and Lango Belles North Chicago -Tel: 219.614.3322, langobelles@yahoo.com. Foreign languages for the really young. Now has a Hyde Park site in conjunction with Baby PhD Childcare Network (which see) and Hyde Park Neighborhood Club (which see). At Lango your child will learn another language, make developmental strides, explore other cultures and make friends. Our highly engaging language classes use music, games, art and stories to teach kids new languages. We offer language classes at convenient locations in communities around the United States.
  Tot 'N Parent, Preschool, Early Elementary (through age 8), Summer camps (ages 3-8, located in various states but not yet Midwest).
  Early Elementary Language Classes: Our early elementary students learn their new languages through adventures, activities that require increasing levels of engagement and understanding over time, and that reward kids with a feeling of accomplishment. A simple literacy component ensures that these students not only listen, speak, sing and play in their new language, but read and write as well. Lango is proud to partner with dozens of elementary schools nationwide to provide convenient classes to their students.
• Languages, Critical. Arabic, Chinese, Russian. If you child has studied these, contact the U of C Graham School/STARTALK, which is offering free courses to 60 qualified CPS students summer 2008 on UC campus. http://www.grahamschool.uchicago.edu.
• Link and Options Centers Inc. This nfp has served South Suburban Cook but is expanding its reach. The Link & Option Center, Inc, is a multi-faceted, nonprofit 501(c)3 community-based human services organization that has provided educational support services, mentoring, and intervention/delinquency prevention services to youth and families in South Suburban Cook County since it was incorporated in 1999. Include prevention, intervention and other public safety-type services. Services now include TeenREACH; mentoring; academic enrichment (tutoring); family-centered referral services; computer training; an alternative to school suspension program; 6th District Court diversion; anger management services; a Kids Cafe nutritional meal program and Juvenile Justice mental health counseling. Vocational Training and substance abuse treatment are also available for youth and adults. The mission of The Link & Option Center is to empower youth and families with quality prevention and intervention services to create crossroads among systems of care, schools, and communities. Since its inception, the programs at TLOC have been designed to facilitate positive development, foster positive life choices and strengthen academic skills in order to assist young minority youth to make the transition to post-secondary education and define their career goals. Partners include Higher Learning Network re broadcasting. 15652 S. Homan Ave., Markham, IL 60428. 708-331-4880. Fax 708 331-4877. http://www.link-option.com.
• Literacy Works. C/o Centro Romero, 6216 N. Clark Street,Chicago, Illinois 60660, 773-334-8255, info@litworks.org. Christine Kenny Executive Director, (773) 334-8255, christine@litworks.org; Betsy Rubin, Adult & Family Literacy Specialist, (773) 860-5735, betsy@litworks.org. Lots of outreach, training, funding. http://www.litworks.org.
  Literacy Works trains over 750 volunteer tutors and literacy program staff each year and helps over 125 teen and adult learners in 50 organizations or programs citywide improve their reading skills. Collaborates with Woodlawn Collaborative at First Presbyterian, 6400 S. Kimbark. Teen and adult learners (mainly 16 to 60+) improve their writing skills, employment literacy, and family literacy skills, including basic and 2nd language, by attending Writers' Circle, Succeed with Literacy, and OK Learn, and Family Literacy Opportunities (FLO) workshops presented by Literacy Works at literacy programs and other programs serving low-income teens, adults, and families. Treats literacy as a basic right and an avenue to a rich, productive right.
  info@litworks.org. http://www.litworks.org.
• Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center. 1060 E. 47th St. 60653. 773 285-1211. Zakeya N. Cartman. zcartman.blackpearl.org. Director of Development. Program Director Chinera Moody. Exec. Dir Monica Haslip. http://www.blackpearl.org. info@blackpearl.org.
  Visual arts and business training. After school program for youth ages 12-19. Summer program-ages 7-19.
  A major player that has not forgotten its core mission in sophisticated children's learning--including the connection between the art and the business, as well as the craft of arts production. ("Arts=Smarts"). Lots of classes, book and other clubs, and field projects as well as exhibits featuring child group projects exhibitions. Public Arts installation projects through the South Side. Gallery and cafe with jazz Monday evenings. Dir. Monica Haslip- mhaslip@blackpearl.org. Works with schools, including Robinson, and with CPS Dept. of Dropout Prevention and Recovery (so far schools in other parts of the city).
  New Teen Tech Center for afterschool at Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center (which also has a new alternative high school and post high school).
  Open House March 7 4-6 pm. 1060 E. 47th St.
• Little Brothers Friends to the Elderly. Non-profit organization works with schools to get children 5 to 17 in contact with persons over 70- Intergenerational. Another program lets kindergartners just learning to count to 100 meet centenarians. 355 N. Ashland Ave. 312 455-1000 60607. http://www.littlebrothers.org.
• Lyric Opera of Chicago. Opera in the Neighborhoods, incl. Kenwood Academy. Has a local chapter.
• THIS ORGANIZATION AND PROGRAM HAS BEEN DISBANDED:
  Magic Chicago. 950 E. 61st St. http://www.magicchicago.org. (Metropolitan Area Group for Igniting Civilization) has a number of programs that encourage creativity leadership, entrepreneurship, job readiness, and health including through sports. Founding director Joseph Strickland. Bryan K. Echols, bryane@magicchicago.org. Vanessa Muhammad, 773 290-2313, vanessa.muhammad@gmail.com. Provides tutoring, mentoring, entrepreneurship, and cultural enrichment programs Including in schools such as Hyde Park Academy with After School Matters, U of C. Has as number of Kenwood Students. A non-profit active youth service group based in Woodlawn, whose mission is to organize and mobilize residents of Woodlawn and the surrounding communities to create and stimulate social change. Now also providing health education outreach and seminars to youth and parents (dir. Carlos Meyers), and other fairs. Includes arts such as MAGIC Woodlawn Instrumental Strings Program, Woodlawn Mural Arts Apprenticeship (WMAP); Young, Gifted and Organized; MAGIC Teen Talk Chicago; United Sisters of Civilization; Hip Hop Outreach, Programming and Education (HOPE); MB2015 Campaign; Health and Wellness Initiative. The programs are all in schools or spaces in the communities. Parental involvement is required.
• METROsquash combines sports and academic, with behavioral and community service field trip components, CPS partnership afterschool program is growing: about 60 kids 3 days a week after school, incl. in Kozminski and Reavis, it expects to include Price this fall. Executive Director David Kay. Director David Kay. HQ at University Church, 5650 S. University Ave., Chicago, IL 60637, (773) 241-5150 . Fifth through eighth grade. Some kids have used it as a gateway to the Ivy League boarding schools. http://www.metrosquash.org. Planning a move to Grove Park with sep. space for sports and homework/tutoring functions, more schools participating, and "safe haven." Grove Park is in the lower 6000's Cottage Grove.
  Sophomores up can volunteer with Metro Squash! Help mainly with the tutoring or as chaperones on field trips, games, community service projects. E-mail david@metrosqush.org or call 773 251-1711. 5655 S. University, 773 241-5150. http://www.metrosquash.org.
• Moneythink. Nonprofit mentorship org. that brings college students (in our area mainly UC) into high school classrooms to promote financial literacy and habits and entrepreneurship. Four ten-week curricula. Uses successful business models to instill teamwork, collaboration, dedication, leadership, and communication skills. Student groups build their own businesses addressed here to South Side needs and conditions- and designed to change these and instill a positive outlook, opportunities, and culture of responsibility. With over 40 mentors and 850 "graduates," the program has already won awards such as from Sparkseed. Weekly lessons occur in economics or business classes in at least 6 Chicago public high schools including Woodlawn UC Charter; also Hales Franciscan. Principal of the latter says the students share more than with regular teachers--it's two way subject and life/cultural learning. Moneythink has helped several colleges nationally to set up such programs and has over 20 interns in summer shadow mentoring with Fortune 500 CEOs and CFOs. It also works with basketball camps such as Chicago Got Game (see We Got Game Chicago in other sections). http://www.moneythink.org. Physical address and phone not given. Website has helpful posts.
  Contacts: Bring to your school- Greg Nance, gnance@moneythink.org. Start a chapter- Ted Gorder, tgorder@moneythink.org. Become a mentor- Morgan Hartley, mhartley@moneythink.org. Shashin Chorkski, schorkshi@moneythink.org.
• Museum of Science and Industry. Lots of programs-- see description of most in other sections including summer camps. Center for Science and Education partners with c40 community-based organizations to provide service to students whose families can't afford it---$1,000 worth of supplies, free transportation and lab space. http://www.msichicago.org.
  In progress to May 21 2016. Museum of Science and Industry after School Science Club for grades 3-6. Science related to making movies.
• Music Teachers of Hyde Park. 773 895-6083. http://www.mthp.org. (Ties in with Hyde Park Youth Symphony and Blackstone Library 4th Monday recital series. See Cultural Resources, Cultural Calendar).
• New Ways Learning. NewWays Learning works with adults, youth and children to develop the skills for success. We Work To Reach Your Goals. NewWays Learning is a place for thinking and learning. Learning is a process between students and teachers. We begin with... the goals you want to reach. Tutors work with students to reflect on learning, celebrate success, learn from mistakes and move forward to make new goals.
  You Can Work On Many Kinds of Goals: One to One Tutoring, Home Schooling, Reading, Writing and Math. Learn English (ESL), Study for the GED, High School Prep, Middle School Prep, College Prep, (ACT/SAT), Job Readiness and Employment Skills and Computer Skills.
  Our goal is to help you reach your goals. We will do everything we can to help you find a tutor at a cost that you can afford. Our students never pay more then 10-15 dollars an hour. NewWays Learning also offers free services to several students each year who qualify.
  773-322-9668, newwayslearning@gmail.com, www.newwayslearning.com.
• The Next Step. A transition program for teen mothers--and now dads, also, to cope with the transition from high school to junior college. By the Junior League and UC Pediatrics Dept., 5440 S. Drexel (Friend Center), 773 834-4504. or Sylvia Davis at 773 702-3925. Also from Chicago Child Care Society- http://www.cccsociety.org.
• One Hope United. 707 E. 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60653, 312 949-5500, http://www.onehopeunited.org. Tajuana Rice program coordinator. Licensed child welfare and family service including residential and outpatient serving over 15,000 children and families. Two-by-two mentoring program for 11-18's to improve school performance included.
• Open Book Program. See Institute for Positive Living.
• The Op Shop- increasingly focusing on activities and education for youth, including nature walks, activities in parks. http://www.theopshop.org. This art and alternative shopping space pops up, closes and moves around.
• Options for Youth. hq. 5234 S. Blackstone.
• PAC-CY. Arts, cultural, and career awareness for youth in schools on the southside, northside and suburbs. LaNell Morgan, 5120 S. Hyde Park Blvd., Suite 210, 60615. 773 288-5167, PACCY210@aol.com.
• Parent Cooperative for Early Learning. Preschool 2-6 Incl. summer camp through age 8. Preschool 2-5s day-long year-long. . Parent participation required.7 am-6 pm. Enr. 40-56. Operated by the school's board. Field trips, professional dance instructor, swimming in the summer, on-site gym and playground. Air conditioned, open year round. Part-time or full time, 3 full or 5 half days. Summer camp for children 6-8 8:30-5:30 in late June-late August. The school prides itself on it multi-cultural ethic and parental involvement in the cooperative.
  Monica Foster, Director. 5300 South Shore Drive. http://www.parentcoop.org. Monica S. Foster (Board chair Charlene Hobson) 663 684-6363, Fax 773 684-0142. info@parentcoop.org. http://www.parentcoop.org.
• See Hyde Park Parent Support Network.
• Passport Carriers-(5841 S. Maryland) a group that introduces disenfranchised youth to world cultures-- is getting ready to travel to Kassel, Germany for dOCUMENTA13, the big art show. We are now ready to celebrate and give them a warm send-off. Please join us on Thursday, August 9th, 7:00-10:00pm, as we come together for fun, a raffle, an auction, a youth-led workshop, and so much more. The event is free but donations of any amount are appreciated. Can't make it but still want to help? Please contact Keenan Allen at Keenan.allen@passportcarriers.org. At Little Black Pearl. Co sponsors include Civic Knowledge Project.
• Church of St. Paul and The Redeemer uses volunteer tutors for 1st and 2nd graders and students. Wednesdays, 3:14-4:15. Linda Thisted, 773 947-9243. http://www.sp-r.org.
• Right At School. rightatschool.com. facebook.com/rightatschool, 855-286-2466. Afterschool management--safe enrichment at schools including Bret Harte-- snack, homework, enrichmetn curriculum including fun. Parents or schools choose the days, including 10-week 1-hour classes in asrts, scince, technoldogy, fitness.
• Scouting. There are several scouting and similar organizations for girls and for boys. Boy Scouts of America: http://www.chicagobsa.org. For updated information on local scouts, contact Trp512bsa@aol.com, beprepared4life@comcast.com.
  Tiger cubs - first graders learning real life skills
  Cubs- 2nd and 3rd graders- achievements and electives
  Webelos - 4th and 5th
  Boy Scout Troop 512 meets every Friday 7 pm. The largest troop in the area. United Church of Hyde Park, 1448 E. 53rd St.
  Girl Scouts Troop 89- at Murray? 5335 S. Kenwood.
  Scouting also from Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5200 S. University, 312-823-8729.
• Watch for Sea Scouts, being restarted in the area.
• SHoP- Southside Hub of Production. http://www.southsidehub.org, http://www.theopshop.org. Occasional runs such as Saturday Schools and other activities at Hyde Park Art Center.
• Smartypants Our leaders. (Looking for information, contacts.) Targeted to 3rd and 4th graders, this org. in CPS schools, brings together experiences in theater and play acting, gardening, body movement, and meditation to develop social, concentration and relational skills.
• New in Hyde Park: American Kidz childcare and Social Skills Superstars: Strategies for Social Success. In Windermere House 1642 E. 56th St. (on S. Hyde Park Blvd. side).
  Social Skills (Dr. Chrisna Perry) holds weekly social skills classes for studens K-4: children's literature, instruction, roll playing, play. Especially for children with challenges. 312 217-1868, higher-learning@sbcglobal.net. 5-6:15 Mons, Tues, Weds, Ths depending on grade.
  American Kidz is in Windermere House, address 5548 S. Hyde Park Blvd. 6 weeks to 6 years. http://www.kidzacademy.com. (tours can be requested online) 312 951-5439. Dir. Wendy Kroeker. 6 am-6:30 pm. Education-based curriculum. Does not take Action for Kids or other governmental assistance. 6 classroms accomodte up to 96. Enrichment brought in- yoga, music, foreign languages. Field trips to MSI. Healthy snacks.
• South Side Parents. Not really after school program but to be called attention to. A non-profit that connects parents and children to information and access about schools and enrichment programs. Holds Fairs and discussions, monitors conditions. Josephine Saunders, PO Box 16431, 60606.312 842-8936. info@southsideparents.org. http://www.southsideparents.org.
• South Side Scribblers. "We don't help with homework." 917-817-5782. Mary Dory, co-director, mcd@uchicago.edu, Ella Christoph student director, echristoph@uchicago.edu, Wallace Goode, University of Chicago, Director, wgoode@uchicago.edu. Jacob Cogan, Thalia Gigerenzer. Coordinates U of C students who teach creative writing after school to grades 3-8 in four schools at present: Ray (see their website), St. Thomas Apostle, Bret Harte, and Woodlawn campus of UC Charter School. "A place where kids can express themselves and create" and explore.
• Splash/Cascade- see University of Chicago Splash/Cascade
• Trinity Higher Education Corporation, outreach of Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago. The THEC Mission is to promote, support, and facilitate the pursuit of higher education among underserved and under-represented communities within Metropolitan Chicago and it’s surrounding areas. As we work towards multiple objectives, which are designed to empower those we serve to gain a comprehensive perspective in regards to higher education, THEC delivers a set of services designed to accomplish the task of meeting each individual goal. Some of the greatest minds in history have passed through the halls of the many institutions of higher learning. The goal of humanity should be to ensure that all who seek knowledge be given an opportunity to pursue it. Includes ACT test prep, HCBU campus (Historically Black) tours, Wright-Purnell College Placement Center, Educational Talent Search, Gear Up, MLK College program, and events such as college tours, English Lab and Math Lab. 1947 W. 95th St. 60643. http://www.thec4success.org.
• The UCW Signature Project. An interdisciplinary program that provides 9th grade students with the opportunity to analyze and take positions on the historical, political and environmental issue that are impacting their community. Jeremy Peters, (UC Charter Woodlawn High) 6420 S. University Avenue 60637, 773 294-2243, jeremypeters@ucw.uei-schools.org.
• United Church of Hyde Park arranges tutoring, mentoring and other programs in and out of schools-- 1448 E. 53rd St. 773 324-7600, fax 363-2240, www.uchpeace.org.
• University of Chicago, associated: Chapin Hall (for information/research on afterschool and more)
  Working with UC's Urban Education Institute qv are Chapin Hall Center for Children, School of Social Service Administration.
  Find out about holistic family approaches including assets and promises approaches in this website. There are studies and evaluations of such programs and what is available, for example from the Chapin Hall website (at U of C): evaluating After School Matters, How Active are Teens, and Adults and Bullying: Go to http://www.about.chapinhall.org/research/areas/Youth%20Development%20and%20Afterschool%20Initiatives.
  Chapin Hall, http://www.chapinhall.org. 1313 E. 60th St., 773 753-5900, fax 773 753-5940. Dir. Matthew Stagner. Lots of research papers! involved in Elev8 and Woodlawn Promise- bringing services into the schools in conjunction with afterschool programs.
• University of Chicago, Chicago Scholars Foundation- see Chicago Scholars Foundation above.
• University of Chicago Civic Knowledge Project: Joannie Friedman, Bart Schultz, Hannah Jacoby and coach Sam Cohn coordinate
  Winning Words: (http://civicknowledge.uchicago.edu/winningwords.shtml). Orate, Debate, and Enact/Verbal Arts for Democratic Practice (The only debate and philosophy afterschool program in CPS), a year-long after-school program for high and middle school students. Other short and extended programs also provide opportunities to experience a college curriculum. http://civicknowledge.uchicago.edu/winningwords.shtml. 1115 E. 58th St. Walker 009. 773 834-3929. rschultz@uchicago.edu, edudley@uchicago.edu. Ties to Office of Special Programs.
  Winning Words on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-IL/The-Civic-Knowledge-Project-Winning-Words/145752131155, Twitter http://twitter.com/winningwords. Dear Friends of the Civic Knowledge Project--Just wanted to let you know that we have some absolutely terrific new interns working for our Winning Words afterschool program (the only philosophy afterschool program in Chicago). They would like you to connect with us on Facebook and Twitter, at:

  Facebook page link: http://is.gd/4Uvr5
  Twitter page link: http://www.twitter.com/winningwords

  Odyssey Project. For out of school youth and adults to get GED and get college courses and credits. Related: Educating the Community including EduCom Weblog and Cafe Society discussions at I house 3rd Wednesdays. http://lucian.uchicago.edu/blogs/educom/. The Odyssey Project, which is offered in Chicago and Springfield by the IHC in partnership with the Bard College (New York) Clemente Course in the Humanities and several Illinois universities, was founded on the premise that engagement with the humanities can offer a way out of poverty. It provides a free yearlong course in five humanities subjects (literature, U.S. history, critical thinking and writing, philosophy, and art history) for adults at or below the poverty level. On the South Side, where classes are supported by the CKP and offered at one of the University’s charter schools.
• University of Chicago Collegiate Scholars Program. 3-year after school and school-hours program for selected high school students. Apply/join in freshman year. Judd J-420 or 542, 5835 S. Kimbark. http://phoenix.uchicago.edu. Also http://collegiatescholars.uchicago.edu. Kimberly Ransom, 773 702-2239, or 773 834-2274. ransom@uchicago.edu. csp@phoenix.uchicago.edu. College Bridge for Juniors and Seniors is also a part of this program, citywide with many universities partnering. Summer semester of credit in both HS and College included.
  University of Chicago Collegiate Scholars Program. Kenwood Academy, Dunbar and other students in this program gain the confidence to all go to 4-year colleges, 1/3 to highly selective universities with prestigious scholarships. It entails three summers of rigor, enrichment and world-opening experience starting with sophomore year.
• SPLASH-and CASCADE (see below U of C Splash) brings high school kids to UC campus for a day or course of sample immersion classes. Coordinator Luke Joyner and Nakila Vasudevan. See University of Chicago Splash. Splash registration for 2013 fall is now open- visit http://splashchicago.learningu.org/
• STRIVE. From Ellis Avenue Church, 5001 S. Ellis, 773 268-4910. Provides after school and summer tutoring for grades 1-12. http://www.ellisavenuechurch.org.
  Strive programs are also run in schools by University of Chicago tutoring programs. At Ellis Ave.- Paula Hatfield. May or may not be leading the same program: Mark Bourdenko [mailto:mbourdenko@gmail.com, 617-935-6364 or assistant director Matthew Katz at 850-510-8894. Also involved is CPS CAO M Hill Hammock. Includes health mentoring.
• TEACH (Training Early Achievers for Careers in Health Research). A major part of Collegiate Scholars Program is this program for juniors as teams to work with doctors and social researchers in clinic and real research. It encourages minorities. Over 50 have so far completed the summer-long program. http://collegiatescholars.uchicago.edu, http://chess.uchicago.edu/teach.html. Note also RIBS (Research in Biological Sciences.)
• University (of Chicago) Community Service Center. Coordinates U of C students with community service opportunities. Works also with a large number of schools partners and 39 area schools including particularly at Ray, for enrichment programs on a wide range of interests. http://ucsc.uchicago.edu. 5525 S. Ellis, Ste. 160 , Chicago, IL 60637. 773 753-GIVE (4483), ucsc@uchicago.edu. Wallace E. Goode, wgoode@uchicago.edu. 773 834-1549.
• UC GEAR UP Resource Center. Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (Director not found- citywide Terry ann Roche, Dr. Sharon H. Hahs?) or cuip.uchicago.edu/schools/gearup/chicago/index.htm, cuip.uchicago.edu/schools/gearup/.
  (Chicago) Gear Up Alliance (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs.) (UC programs- see UC Gear Up). Making College Real, scholarship access program. GEAR UP is a federally funded, six-year program that works in partnership with Chicago Public Schools to prepare Chicago students for success in post-secondary education.In order to support students’ quest for a post secondary education, the Chicago GEAR UP Alliance has designated six major program components: 1) in-school instruction; 2) Saturday and after school programs including early high school credit classes; 3) summer programs; 4) college readiness activities; 5) parent seminars and workshops; and 6) professional development for teachers and school staff. Programs include direct service to students, parent programs, and professional development.
  GEAR UP students participate in credit recovery classes with GEAR UP trained teachers who are helping kids get back on track. Enrichment programs are offered for students ready to take on new challenges in preparing for high school. Parents and families remain active through the summer and teachers continue to learn. Much is in the summer and after school/ Saturdays. African Summer Institute, July 6 - 23, 2009, Summer 2009 TI-Nspire™ Workshop, Countdown Math, Amazing Race Countdown to Your Future, Post Secondary Student Development.... Components include AVID, Student Development Seminars, Content Tutoring, and English, Math and Science Advanced Placement Courses. Many programs are for or are also for teachers, such as Teachers As Writers, Young Adult Literature, Credit Recovery Classes, African Summer Institute, TI-NspireTM Workshop. Some program names that can be reached via their website's icons under "Resources" : Gear Up Roosevelt University Cluster, Count Down, YAL, Teachers As Writers, Learning Village, Scholarship-Who Wants to Win, Inquiry and Design, AVID, Pathways to Your Future, Archives, Community Calendar.
  Funding from U.S. Dept. of Education. Consists of: Post Secondary Leadership Council (CEOs of CPS, DePaul, Loyola, Northeastern, Roosevelt, Truman and U of C under Teryl ann Roche), Alliance Administrators, Gear Up Management Teams (Evaluation- Jan Alexander, Parent Services- Margaret -Boyter-Escalona, Professional Development-Chris Johnson, Student Services- Trisa Rosado, CPS Districts- Bernard McCune), and School Partners-in area Hyde Park Academy (Cheryl Rodger, under Roosevelt University), and Kenwood Academy (Lionette Bursey, and Mrs. D. Brown. under U of Chicago- lbursey@uchicago.edu, clagenebrown@uchicago.edu. ). Benefits: Creates a social context for collaborative learning, performance-based assessments, and work experiences, Develops opportunities for rigorous academic preparation, Develops opportunities for the creation of knowledge and inquiry in the school and community, Supports student learning by enhancing students’ engagement in the creation of their own knowledge, Increases student and parent awareness of post-secondary education and career options to promote college attendance. (Cannot find address, phone or "contact" that works in their website-- try via UC Gear Up (cuip....)
  From description of Univ. of Chicago-Kenwood Area Gear Up Program. : Gear Up was created through the Chicago Education Alliance with a $321 million five year grant form the US Dept. fo Education. Chicago Gear Up is an unprecedented partnership of local colleges and universities, cultural institutions and CPS to address critical needs that impede student access and success in college. It serves over 12,000 students in fifty schools across the city, beginning in the middle grades, to prepare for high school and to enroll in college. Kenwood Gear Up Network includes Kenwood Academy High School and Academic Center, Dunbar Academy, Price Elementary, Doolittle Elementary, and Reavis Elementary. Follows student from grade 6 and through first year of college. In 2009 working with cohort of students in 10th and 11th grades in Kenwood High and Dunbar as well as a Post-Secondary Coach in high schools for 9th and 10th graders.
  Academic support, parent education, expanded opportunities for professional development of staff.
  Summer Transition, Parent Leadership Conference, Team Building, Tutoring, Workshops, Seminars, Success Clubs, Technology Training, Family Outings and College Tours.
  4351 S. Drexel room 109 60653, 773 535-1366, fax 773 535-1552.
  
• University of Chicago Graham School - UChicago Summer session for High School Students. Immersive, credit-bearing programs. Apply start at https://summer.uchicago.edu/apply-today.cfm. http://grahamschool.uchicago.edu. Includes things not normally on a curriculum like games, movies, topics not ordinarily on a high school curriculum.
• University of Chicago Neighborhood Schools Program. 5525 S. Ellis room 165. http://nsp.uchicago.edu/prospective.html. Duel Richardson or Yelene Modley, 773 834-1935. ymodley@uchicago. Many useful programs including credit and non credit, U of C Collegiate Scholars (see above) and College Bridge, young scholars (math) other programs for down to 6th grade. More information at bottom of next section: cultural, or University of Chicago and Schools page. Over 330 paid and volunteer UC students in schools including every public school in our area.
• University of Chicago Office of Special Programs including PEP (Pilot Enrichment Program) in schools. Run for many decades by Dr. Larry Hawkins. Interim director Terhonda Palacios. Gate- Blake 113, 5845 S. Ellis Av 60637. 773 702-8288, Fax 773 702-0189. http://osp-cp.uchicago.edu. PEP serves 70 students of whom 40 are elementary. Since 1972, 2,600 have taken advantage of the program and some to PhD programs. Hawkins insisted on well-rounded students with top academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities, and upon parent participation. Included are classroom instruction, trips to colleges including several living on the UC campus, the opera, museums, events and ethnic restaurants. Allied with Neighborhood Schools Program.
• University of Chicago Office of Special Programs including PEP (Pilot Enrichment Program) in schools. Run for many decades by Dr. Larry Hawkins. Interim director Terhonda Palacios. Gates- Blake 113, 5845 S. Ellis Av 60637. 773 702-8288, Fax 773 702-0189. Office of Special Programs is a federally funded Upward Bound program. http://osp-cp.uchicago.edu. PEP serves 70 students of whom 40 are elementary. The program uses recreation to totally engage the student for excellence, from academic to social and behavioral. It is year round. Since 1972, 2,600 have taken advantage of the program and some have gone on to PhD programs. Hawkins insisted on well-rounded students with top academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities, and upon parent participation. Included are classroom instruction, trips to colleges including several living on the UC campus, the opera, museums, events and ethnic restaurants. Allied with the U of C Neighborhood Schools Program.
• Passport Carriers. August 9, Thursday, 7 pm. Passport Carriers-(5841 S. Maryland) a group that introduces disenfranchised youth to world cultures-- is getting ready to travel to Kassel, Germany for dOCUMENTA13, the big art show. We are now ready to celebrate and give them a warm send-off. Please join us on Thursday, August 9th, 7:00-10:00pm, as we come together for fun, a raffle, an auction, a youth-led workshop, and so much more. The event is free but donations of any amount are appreciated. Can't make it but still want to help? Please contact Keenan Allen at Keenan.allen@passportcarriers.org. At Little Black Pearl. Co sponsors include Civic Knowledge Project.
• U of C's Splash academic and more one-day immersion program for high schoolers holds its annual event October 5, 2013. Learn more at splash.uchicago.edu or splashchicago@gmail.com.
  University of Chicago SPLASH! CASCADE! New website http://splash.uchicago.edu. Also given as http://splashchicago.learningu.org/. or just splash.uchicago.edu. See more in UC Civic Knowledge, above. Luke Joyner, co-chair, lukejoy@uchicago.edu. Part of the Chicago Gear Up Alliance. Other contacts: Dagene' Z Brown, 773 535-1366 (Kenwood Academy dagenebrown@uchicago.edu, Anthony Downing, 773 841-5028, ardowning@cps.k12.il.us. Registration website http://splash.uchicago.edu. A program that includes one-day's and one day a week for a month at 1116 E. 59th St. Brings high school kids to UC campus for sample immersion classes taught by UC students. Not at all your ordinary curriculum, including movies, games, video games, dissection....
  Splash in 2012 is on October 6- reg. soon to begin at website. Cascade mid/late October into November Tuesday evenings. Registration is open to all high school students. from September on their website. Students, remember that this is a commitment; please inform if you must cancel. Over 400 attended SPLASH in 2009.
  Cascade is literally just around the corner! At Splash! we announced to the students that Cascade registration would begin this week. Cascade is the sister program to Splash, and is very similar in philosophy. For Cascade, high school students come to the University of Chicago to take mini-classes taught by UChicago students - however instead of coming for just one Saturday, students come every TUESDAY evening for 5 weeks. Cascade is also substantially smaller than Splash, we offer 9 classes, and students sign up to take the same 1 or 2 classes for all five weeks. These 9 classes are spread out over 2 time blocks, from 4:30pm-5:30pm and 6:00pm-7:00pm. Students do not have to come to both time blocks. We keep the class sizes small, just like Splash, at around 15-20 students. Also, just like Splash - Cascade is completely free. Registration for Cascade HAS BEGUN on our website (we just opened it), http://splash.uchicago.edu, and will be open until SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th at 9PM. Students just have to go to the website, sign up and pick the 1 or 2 classes they want to take. Contact nakila.vasudevan@gmail.com.
  October 1 in 2011. Contact for special sign up links. Splash is an exciting one-day enrichment event hosted on the University of Chicago campus. Splash invites all high school students in and around Chicago to sign up for fun, free classes, on an amazing range of topics including Basic Chinese, The Science Behind Harry Potter, Introduction to Nuclear Chemistry, Flamenco Dancing and more! All classes are taught by University students passionate about their subjects and eager to share their enthusiasm with Chicago's youth.
  CASCADE Fall 2012 is Oct. 23-Nov. 30 Tuesday 4:30- 7 pm.
  Students can choose 2 of 11 hand-picked classes to explore and learn something new in depth in a college classroom setting! As all of our programs, Cascade is free and open to all high school students and held on the University of Chicago campus in Hyde Park. All classes are taught by University studentspassionate about learning. (The only optional expense of Cascade is an 1$ soda fee)
  This Cascade's fun & engaging classes include Artificial Intelligence, Venture into the Brain, Debate, Superheroic Morality, and World War 1, among others! Please take a look at thePrintable PDF Catalog attached to this email. Cascade Student Registration will close Monday, Oct. 22nd. In addition we would love to coordinate a school visit with you. We are very flexible about the date, timing and form of the visit and if this is something you are interested in, please let us know.A Printable Cascade PDF Catalog as well as a Cascade 2012 flyer are attached to this email. If you could please consider printing a few copies to circulate and leave out for your students, we would truly appreciate it! A general information sheet, mostly for parents and staff new to Splash! Chicago, is also attached.
  If you have any questions, please feel free to email us or call us at 773-789-7347, we'd be more than happy to speak with you.
  https://splashchicago.learningu.org/learn/Splash/2012_Fall/catalog splashchicago@gmail.com.
• University of Chicago Summer Session Office- Insight. These in-depth and hands-on three-week courses join students with experts in their fields doing what they do. Every course takes advantage of the unique educational opportunities offered by the University of Chicago and city of Chicago, taking material taught in undergraduate-level courses and adding experience not available in traditionally-designed classes. All courses are taught for college credit. Courses include American Law, Ancient Egyptian Language, Creative Writing, Developmental Psychology, and Field Studies in Urban Society. Entering grade 10. Deadline May 15. Dates as per website https://summer.uchicago.edu/insight.cfm. Fees $2,600 commute, $4,100 in dorm. Financial aid https://summer.uchiago.edu/financial-information.cfm. Contact: 773 834-3792, slopez@uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago Summer Session Office- Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS). https:/summer.uchicago.edu/ribs.cfm. Students grades 11-12 who have excelled in high-school biology learn the techniques used in cutting-edge biological research lab facilities during this four-week intensive training program. Students will be immersed in the research experience, they'll get a taste of life in a working laboratory, and gain exposure to a broad range of molecular, microbiological, and cellular biological techniques. Fee $7,500. Scholarships available. Info at https://summer.uchicago.edu/financial-information.cfm. Contact Summer Session Office, 773 834-3792, slopez@uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago Summer Session Office-(each year's theme likely to be different). Stones and Bones. -(Each year’s theme is likely to be different; visit as at bottom of entry to get this year’s description url). Example: Stones and Bones. https://summer.uchicago.edu/stones-and-bones.cfm. Paleontology. Students grades 11 to 12 who have completed a course in general science take a four-week intensive program, including an introduction to basic geology, paleontological methods, stratigraphy, and earth history. Then they experience what life in the field is all about as they travel to the Green River Formation in Wyoming and unearth 52-million-year old fossils. Taught by Lance Grande!!!!! Field Museum VP for Research and Collections.2008 classes June 23-29 and July 15-18, field school June 30-July 14. 2008 deadline May 15. Fee $8,100.Partial scholarships at https://summer.uchicago.edu/financial-information.cfm. Application link https://summer.uchicago.edu/apply-today.cfm. Contact summer.uchicago.edu. Summer Session Office, 773 834-3792, slopez@uchicago.edu. https://summer.uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago - Young Scholars Program. http://www.math.uchicago.edu/ysp/. Grades 6 to 8, 9 to 10, 11 to 14 entering grades 7-12 who have shown mathematical talent with priority to CPS students, but open to any. Apply in early March 2009. No fee! This four-week computer program is aimed principally at students attending Chicago public schools. It provides students with a rich and diverse experience in preparation for possible careers in science or math. The program is focused on enrichment and is designed to cultivate an understanding of the ideas and opportunities in the mathematical and physical sciences. A follow-up program focusing on problem-solving will meet on twelve Saturdays during the academic year. Contact Diane Herrmann, 773 702-7389, ysp@math.uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago- Pritzker School of Medicine- Young Scientists Program. http://pritzker.bsd.uchicago.edu/about/diversity/pipeline/ysp.shtml. Students grades 9 to10, 11 to 10 with a local residence (CTA assist. avail.) receive a 10-week program for 10 outstanding minority high-school students gain experience in research, medicine, bio. sciences. Work in laboratories of U of C faculty learning and doing basic or clinical research in diabetes, endocrinology, nutrition, obesity, and digestive, liver, urologic, kidney or blood disorders. Students will participate in a national symposium at the end of the summer where they present their research findings. (2008 dates )June 16-August 22. Fee - receive stipend of $1,800. Application due late March- early advised. Contact Bernadette Steele, Multicultural Affairs, bsteele@bsd.uchicago.edu or 773 702-8946 or check the site re contact or call Community Affairs and inquire 773 702-0753.
• University of Chicago Urban Education Institute- programs being tested for youth in CPS (1313 E. 60th, 60637, 773 834-8805, Rob Schnieders rschnieders@uchicago.edu, Communications, 773 834-8684 kaelynnedge@uchicago.edu. (Chapin Hall description above in Univ. Chicago, c___.)
  6to 16 is a new classroom and online high school and college readiness program for grades 6 to "16" (the completion of the undergraduate degree). .. The goal... is to radically increase the number of urban students who apply, are accepted and graduate from college. 6to 16 does this through classroom curriculas and an online social networking tool that provides each student with a College Support Team (school and community mentors, as well as college students and career professionals from fields of interest).
  The Digital Youth Network (DYN) is a digital literacy program that creates deep opportunities for youth to engage in learning environments that span both school and out-of-school contexts. DYN leverages new media and technology (including robotics, digital media and design tools) to improve outcomes for urban youth. En route, it teaches students to become creators, designers, builders and innovators. It is being developed and tested in CPS, Chicago Public Library an other venues. It expands to New York City in the fall of 2009.
• University of Chicago Winning Words- see under University of Chicago Civic Knowledge Project.
• University of Chicago and 3rd Police District: Youth Leadership Academy- See Chicago Youth Leadership Academy.
• Urban Life- See Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture.
• Urban Debate. Debating and debate terms have been shown to have a critical impact on academic and social skills for youth (and adults). Many schools have theses. Learn more about it form this online organization, which has lots of research study links. http://www.urbandebate.org.
• Urban Gateways Center for Arts Education. All kinds of programs in schools, including instrument donation (x252). Now at 205 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60606, 312 922-0440, www.urbangateways.org.
• Urban Solutions. Addressing the challenges of tomorrow our youth face today. Urban Solutions (US) is a not-for-profit organization established in 1994. Our mission supports the development of inner city youth by providing training and support resources designed to strengthen their academic, employment and life skills. US implements programs designed to: build and improve the current academic skills of program participants, while also preparing them for college; develop the work and life skills of youth; and build youth leadership through youth development activities. To date, US has served more than 1000 youth, ages 15 – 19 years old, who reside in the Kenwood/Oakland/Grand Blvd., Woodlawn, Auburn-Gresham, Washington Park, Douglas Park, Chatham, Garfield Park, and Englewood neighborhoods of Chicago.
  For eight years, US operated the Youth Employment Program (YEP), which was initially the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Due to its overall success, SYEEP became the Youth Employment Program (YEEP), and began operating as a year round program in 1999. In 2000, an educational initiative was added to this program, and it became the Youth Employment and Education Program (YEEP). This flagship program has since been named the Pathways to Excellence, and restructured to provide a more holistic experience for participants. In addition to the Pathways to Excellence program, US currently offers four other after-school youth development programs: 21st Century Learning Center at The DuSable Campus, Say It Loud Radio and Television Broadcasting program, CINEMA Youth Digital Filmmaking program, and Faces of Youth Empowerment. CPS Partners incl.: Dyett High School. 1326 S. Michigan Ave., 60605. 312 408-1102, fax 312 408-1127. info@urbansolutions.org. http://www.urbansolutionschicago.org.
• Varsity Tutors Chicago. A private, in-home tutoring company employing many UC students and grads. K-12 academics or test prep. $65-$75 per hour with package discounts. 5656 S. University, 847-840-2442. http://www.varsitytutors.com.
• Windy City Cares mentoring. Just getting started, seeking mentors? Contact Bernard Key at bkey@beylinktechnologies.com.
  Windy City Cares Mentor A Child (Chicago South Side chapter of National CARES-http://www.caresmentoring.com.) Partners with UC Charter Woodlawn High School. Apparently matches and trains. Physical location not found. http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org.
• Wisdom Bridge- see Chicago Wisdom Bridge, above.
• Woodlawn After School Kids Program (WASKP) provides after school tutoring services, homework help, and extracurricular activities run by University of Chicago students to elementary and middle school children in Woodlawn. With Woodlawn Collaborative, 6401 S. Kimbark, woodlawn.collaborative@gmail.com. Student org: For contacts: University Community Service Center, 773 753-GIVE, ucsc@uchicago.edu, or search in UC website.
• World of Words will be in fall 2008 be teaching kids who want a writing career and helping them get published. Will serve 29th to 71st, State to the lake. Location and more info as available. It is in contact with several schools, unclear if it ever started up.
• New in Hyde Park: WorldClass Kids. 1644 E. 53rd St. 2nd floor. 312 235-2203. http://www.worldclasskids.net. enrollment@worldclasskids.net, tutors@worldclasskids.net. Daily K-8 after-school enrichment program 3-6 pm, daily K-8 one-on-one tutoring evenings 6:30-7:30 pm, selective enrollment and state test prep evenings 6:30-7:30 pm. Early college prep- KidPrep- out of school. World languages (incl. unusual), math, reading-writing, geography, financial literacy/economics, robotics, physics, earth science. U of C and DePaul graduate students and retired faculty, lab school teachers.
• YMCA of Metro Chicago- grouped mostly under South Side, although there are others in area esp. Wabash. Steve Dahlin, Interim President and CEO. YMCA Metro plays a significant role in nine community schools in Chicago, serving communities in need. YMCA now focuses, with partners including major businesses such as OfficeMax "A Day Made better", on education and youth development to build strong kids, families and communities. "A Day Made Better" finds ways to make up for and reward the average of $1,200 a year teachers spend from their own pockets in the classroom by bringing supplies and rewarding teachers. The YMCA Community Schools also provide out-of-school programs year round that focus on positive child and youth development, keeping kids safe and families productively engaged. Academic enrichment, personal finance workshops, fitness classes, health clinics.http://www.ymcachgo.org/.
• Young Life- see Hyde Park Young Life.
• Youth at the Crossroads. 1300 E. 47th St. Suite 223, Chicago Il 60653, yac312@yahoo.com. Assist youth in creating and achieving goals including networking, entrepreneurship, college and scholarship searches, life skills, mentoring, counseling, tutoring.
• Youth Guidance-B.A.M (Becoming a Man)-Sports Edition (Tony Di Vittorio) with World Sport Chicago (Scott Myers), (University of) Chicago Crime Lab and CPS and many partners and funders. Gearing up (27-week session starts November 2009) to go into the schools (up to 15 mostly high schools, 7th-10th- grades). The program will provide hundreds of adolescent boys around Chicago with a combination of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and access to sports, with the hope of identifying an effective strategy for addressing the unique challenges facing many of the city’s male youth. It is the first effort designed to help scholars scientifically measure the effectiveness of these two interventions. The first component is a group-based youth intervention designed by Youth Guidance, one of Chicago’s oldest and most established social service agencies offering counseling and life-preparedness programs to at-risk Chicago public school students. Provides positive male role models and teaches emotional self-regulation and social skills needed to avoid conflict-out-of-control.
  “Sports Edition,” the second intervention component, is a package of Olympic sports including archery, boxing, judo, team handball, wrestling and weight lifting?developed by World Sport Chicago, a non-profit organization that serves as the “living legacy” of Chicago 2016.
  World Sport Chicago works to increase the awareness of and involvement in Olympic and Paralympic sports among the city’s youth. These after-school sports programs will offer safe and supervised recreational opportunities and be directed by coaches trained in the basics of the BAM program model to support students’ social and emotional development. The sports component will serve as both an opportunity to reinforce the principles and values that students learn through BAM, but also provides a safe, structured environment for students to engage in positive activities during a potentially risk-filled time of the day.
  Youth Guidance is hqrd at 1903 E. 96th St. 60617, 773 375-6741. http://www.youth-guidance.org.
  World Sport Chicago-located at 200 E. Randolph, 20th floor, 60601, 312 616-5450. http://www.worldsportchicago.org. info@worldsportchicago.org. Has a scholarship program.
  Contact for U of C Crime Lab Youth Violence and Youth Gun Violence research and youth self-regulation program: http://crimelab.uchcicago.edu, Roseanna Ander, 1313 E. 60th St, 60637, crimelab@uchicago.edu.
• (Chicago) Youth Leadership Academy- see in Chicago Youth Leadership Academy. A partnership of the 3rd Chicago Police District and University of Chicago.
• Youth Pride Services (/Center). Note: Affinity Community Services, at University Church, 5650 S, Woodlawn, has separated from this organization.) Youth of gay etc. affiliation or questioning. Serves c. 200 ages 13-19 from HP Neighborhood Club and 49(45- St. Paul and Redeemer?) S. Dorchester. Includes "University" life readiness by age 21, support groups, Frankie the Magazine, YPC Entertainment (which brings in performing artists from major schools and theaters) , advocacy Foundation, trips to affiliate clubs/programs in other cities and other parts of Chicago. Engagement in school, commitment required. youthpridecenter@gmail.com for full prospectus. Office now given as at 1521 E. 55th St., Anthony Whitfield exec. dir.
• Youth Pride Center. Youth of gay etc. affiliation or questioning. Serves c. 200 ages 13-19 esp. of color from HP Neighborhood Club and 4950 S. Dorchester. Includes "University" life readiness by age 21, support groups, Frankie the Magazine, YPC Entertainment (which brings in performing artists from major schools and theaters) , advocacy Foundation, trips to affiliate clubs/programs in other cities and other parts of Chicago. Engagement in school, commitment required. Drop in center. Increasingly focused on violence and its prevention, STD-HIV testing /education, lectures and social events incl monthly under 23 "curiosity." Now at 1525 E. 55th St., Anthony Whitfield exec. dir. 773 382-0511, youthpridecenter@gmail.com for full prospectus; myspace.com/youthpridecenter.
  Youth Pride Center Jobs: The Youth Pride Center located in Hyde Park (1525 E 55th Street) is currently taking applications to fill 100 slots for youth who reside on the south side of Chicago who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning or allies (gay friendly). Youth must be between the ages of 16 and 21.
  Applications are available at the Youth Pride Center, Monday - Friday from 3 - 7pm. For more information contact Frank at (773) 690-6790 (cell) or email youthpridecenter@gmail.com. Deadline is May 5, 2010. Youth are paid $9/hour (16-18 year olds), and $11/hour (19-21 years old).
• Youth Leadership Academy (UC and Police)- see Chicago Youth Leadership Academy.

   

Cultural and Arts providers or places for youth, do or likely include IN SCHOOLS esp. in the after school hours

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• After School Matters paid apprenticeships in arts, technology, sports for as young as 16 years (sometimes as young as 14 with permission and for stipend). 312 793-2804, www.state.il.us/agency/idol. Visit also or http://www.afterschoolmatters.org. "Application information", 312 742-4182.
  City ASM: Offers teens ages 14 and up hands-on job training in arts, sports, technology, communications and science. 66 E. Randolph St, 4th Floor. Natasha K. Smith. 312 742-4184. nksmith@cityofchicago.org.
  Related but not the same: After School Matters (ASM): http://www.cpsafterschool.org. Teens take part in activities that offer positive relationships, skills that translate to the workplace and exposure to career and educational opportunities. 41 high schools serving over 7,300 students. Arts, technology, sports, communication. Out of School community programs. None in this part of Area 4. Closest and highly recommended are Chicago Area Project at Kennicott Park (4344 S. Lake Park), MAGIC at Hyde Park High (outstanding), Jackson Park fieldhouse, and Sunshine Gospel Ministries (map shows at c Cottage and 63rd, but the phones do not) Details in Office of Extended Learning Opportunities section below. Note, the lead times especially for schools and their partners to file is long.
  (Some Chicago Park District programs pay: JETS (Junior Earth Team)
  Mayor's Office of Workforce Development. 312 746-7777.
  Closest Youth Workforce Development Agencies ?? : Shorebank Neighborhood Institute, 1817 E. 71st St., 773 363-7007. )
  Mayor Daley's NeighborSports ages 14-21 can include internships.
  See also below, Chicago Public Schools-music
• ArtShould. A collective of U of C art students that has evolved from linking campus artists and studying aspects of art into a community outreach and tutoring program in Ray, Kozminski, and soon other schools, focusing on what the kids would not have found either in regular curriculum nor usual afterschool programs, including nontraditional materials, media, and pop/kid culture themes. The teachers also themselves learn at separate seminars. Playful fun and access help build bonds between children and teachers. Alex Spacht, head of teaching and community outreach and Natasha Davis. Check with University Community Service Center for contacts, 773 753-GIVE or search UC website for registered student organizations. They also bring in artists for workshops at Midway Studios. http://www.theartshouldteam.wordpress.com/ theartshouldteam@gmail.com, annadozor@gmail.com.
• Calderon Music Studio/ATCP. http://www.calderonmusicstudio.musicteachershelper.com/. Phyllis Calderon, director. 7204 S. Ridgeland Av. 60649. (773) 667-2487. Contact form in website. Ms. Calderon (reg. Suzuki violin) teaches strings and piano. Susan Berry teaches voice, flute, recorder, piano. Music-in-Schools programs. Regular recitals, as at South Shore Cultural Center. Phyllis Calderon is very active in the South Side arts and arts in schools.
• Chicago Academic Games League (CAGL). CAGL (Chicago Academic Games League) is back (2014-15 school year) as an online afterschool program. The first CPS school in the program is Robert A. Black in South Shore. A teacher in the school must sponsor and lead this unusual, FREE program of game-based math learning and application. They are actively recruiting schools. The program is no longer a program of Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference or its Schools Committee.
  We would really encourage other schools to join us in pioneering the resurrection of CAGL online. The program is free to the schools. Anyone interested should contact me at the number below (or reply to this email.) Thanks for your interest.
  Buzz Allen, Presiden, Accelerated Learning Foundation, 641-919-2466 enswell@gmail.com http://gamesforthinkers.org.
• Chicago Children's Choir-/Hyde Park Neighborhood Choir. Afterschool, Choir Academy of CCC a CPS charter school, performing choirs. (afterschool at hq, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, 312 849-8300 x250 or x 10. Academy 773 890-4720. Local center is at First Unitarian Church, 5650 S. Woodlawn. ) http://www.ccchoir.org. Founded in Hyde Park in 1956, the Choir is a pioneer in multiracial, multicultural choral music education. The Hyde Park Neighborhood Choir is one of the CCC's 6 afterschool programs. For children 9-16/ 8-18 from all areas of the city with several area centers, the Choir performs in the Chicaogland are and far afield. Open auditions for new members are held in September, (neighborhood afterschool in September, January and June by appointment. The Choir works in 46 schools offering Afterschool programs in seven neighborhoods and teh internationally acclaimed Concert Choir. The Neighborhood Choir is featured in annual holiday performances. Davin Peelle Dir (dpeelle@ccchoir.org). Contact Jane Jacobsen, jjacobsen@ccchoir.org. Contact number 312 849-8300. Afterschool 312 849-8300 x250, academy 773 890-4720) http://www.ccchoir.org. Other contacts Davin Peelle, and Molly Stone. After school in Hyde Park. Celebrating 50 years living both diverse community and youth development, bringing together communities and the city through all kinds of music including high quality classical. Ensemble and individual training. Or contact Cece Hill at 312 849-8300 x 14 or chill@ccchoir.org.
  Open auditions in September, January: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 and 6:30 pm. Chicago Children's Choir rehearsal schedule. Open auditions for Neighborhood Choir through September, boys and girls aged 8-16. Schedule and audition at 312 849-8300. Rehearsals M an Th 4-6.
  Tuition is on a sliding scale. Accessible by public transportation.
• Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble. http://www.chicagodanztheatre.org. Part of the Ray University longer day providers in Ray School. Dance, theater and visual art combined, based on 1920s German Expressionist dance (Rudolph von Laban). Ellyzabeth Adler, Dir. ellyzabeth@danztheatre.org. Kids Project and Teen Artist Project:
  kidsproject@danztheatre.org or info@. 2480 N. Albany Ste. 1 60647, 773-486-8261.
• Chicago Djembe/Hooked on Drums- see in next session..
• Chicago Public Schools- (Music) Office of Arts Education. Contacts in Afterschool above or call 7773 553-2170. The Chicago Public Schools offer several unique and ongoing opportunities for young musicians to develop their talents and enthusiasm for music.
  All-City Performing Groups and Citywide Music Contests. All-City provides experience and instruction to selected groups of talented CPS students, from grades 3-12. Music Contests provide opportunities for solo performers and small and large ensembles to receive adjudication by high school and college music instructors and performers from across the Chicago area.
  Locations: All-City Performing rehearse at fixed sites including select CPS schools, the Merit School of Music, Gallery 37, and Columbia College. Citywide Contests are also held at select CPS schools. All participants must be students in good standing at their respective schools.
  Offered: Elementary School Concert Band; Jazz Ensemble and Youth Chorus; High School Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. By audition held early fall. Weekly rehearsal October-May. Concludes with a Festival Concert at Symphony Center. Music Contests offers Instrumental Solo Contest for elem. and high school respectively, vocal and ensemble contest for high school, Band, Orchestra, Choral, Jazz Ensemble adn Combo contests for both elementary and high.
  Performing groups are free, contests have a nominal registration fee.
• Chicago Sinfonietta. Hyde Park founded and dedicated to opportunity for musicians of all races and ethnicities and for all and youth to enjoy classical and other quality music. Performs frequently in Hyde Park. It has Sinfornietta Student Ensemble-Youth and Diversity Program including directly in schools, other major school and youth outreaches, and is supported inter alia by fundraiser-holding Southside Friends of the Chicago Sinfonietta. Southside Leaders include Doris Meritty (president), Elizabeth Wilkins (founder), Linda Tuggle. Paul Freeman, Music Director Emeritus. Jim Hirsch exec. dir. 70 E. Lake St. #226, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 236-3681, http://www.chicagosinfonietta.org.
  Also has Project Inclusion Musicians of Color Mentoring Program in which youth work as apprentices directly in orchestra and ensemble. The small groups will present their concerts in such venues as South Shore Cultural Center (partner of the Advisory Council) and others. Renee Baker, Sinfonietta Vice Chair, is leader of this program- reneebaker@comcast.net. Advanced youth can also participate in Renee Baker's separate Chicago Modern Orchestra Project, http://www.chicagomodernorchestraproject.org.
• Chicago Summer Network camps at Ray, Bret Harte, and McDade Classical schools June 20-July 30 M-F 9:30-4 with before and after options, discounts for multiple children. $550. Early bird rate through March 11. Register at Ray by appointment at 5631 S. Kimbark, at Harte on Mondays, at McDade Fridays 8801 S. Indiana or online at http://www.chicagosummernetwork.com. Info 312 852-8300, info@chicagosummernetwork.com. Art, Dance, Photography, Fashion Design, Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Drumline, Swimming, Etiquette...
• Chicago Youth Centers- Elliott Donnelley including Price Elementary, Harte others.
  Chicago Youth Centers. Nearest is Elliott Donnelley at 3947 S. Michigan. 773 268-3815, Fax 773 268-2723- an excellent center. Center Director G. Sequane Lawrence, sequane.lawrence@chicagoyouthcenters.org. Main number is 773 468-3357. http://www.chicagoyouthcenters.org. Needing your help also:
  CYC Elliott Donnelley Center and Price 21st Century- Chicago Youth Centers also appeals to mentors to partner schools including Bret Harte and Overton.
  CYC Elliott Donnelley Price 21st Century: At Price Literature and Writing Elementary School, 4351 Drexel. 60653. Resource coordinator Ms. Patricia Flax, call Price at 773 535-1300 or Elliott Donnelley (3947 S. Michigan 60653) at 773 268-3815. Homework help, academic enrichment, mentoring, life skills workshops, cultural and recreational programs, clubs (include hip hop dance, science, mural art, world drama, African or Brazilian/Batucada drum, art of singing, quarterly family night, field trips. Mon-Thurs 2:45-6 pm during the school year.
  Chicago Youth Centers T.E.A.M. School-Based Mentoring Program Visit our website: www.chicagoyouthcenters.org.
  See details.
• Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras. 410 S. Michigan ste. 833, Chicago, IL 60605. General Manager at 312 939-2207 x23. http://www.cyso.org. Serves all areas in the metropolitan area. Need-based scholarships are available. Audition based. Boasting more than 60 years of outstanding music making, CYSO is where the Chicago area's best young musicians begin their journey to become the classical musicians and leaders of tomorrow. Often go into schools to instruct, hold concerts for students of those schools at several venues.
  Offered: Five orchestras that offer outstanding ensemble experiences for students of all levels: Preparatory Strings (elementary), Debut Orchestra (5th to 9th grades), Concert Orchestra (advanced middle and high school ), Symphony Orchestra (advanced high school), and Encore Chamber orchestra (select members of the Symphony Orchestra). Also offers music theory classes adn extensive chamber music opportunity. Need-based scholarships.
• Court Theatre. 5535 S. Ellis. 773 753-4472, 773 702-7005. http://www. courttheatre.org. Cree Rankin? Education Director. Court Theatre is a nationally celebrated professional center of excellence for classic theater at the University of Chicago. Since 1955, Court Theatre has been driven by its mission to discover the power of classic theater. Every Court production is produced in a fresh, innovative, and unexpected way that honors the historical importance of the play while exploring its contemporary relevance. Works extensively with schools, some of which get to use the Court stage. 3000 area students per year are in its high school matinee and in-school residencies. In December holds a free festival of Chicago High School Theater using works or performers of Curie, King, and Kenwood high schools. Partners in UC Charter Woodlawn High School.
• Creative Juice Youth Drama Group/Hyde Park Learning Resource Center (which see below)
  Hyde Park Learning Resource Center, 5114 S. Dorchester. 312 209-3852.
  creativejuicedrama@yahoo.com. or http://www.hplrc.org.
  6 week classes for 7-18. 2 teachers have ABs in drama from Howard, MF's from North Carolina and Urbana respectively. Wide range of classes including from expressive to formalities to business side.
• Dancing with Class. Marot Toppen. In about 20 schools in Chicago including Murray Language Academy. Teaches ballroom, Latin, and swing to 4th-6th graders. Best perform at events throughout the city (including Children's Book Fair. Part of a network of dance schools. http://www.dancingwithclass.org.
• Diasporal Rhythms. Works for example in King Prep to bring exposure to collecting and collectors of Black Art. Diasporal Rhythms. Art collectors organization for promoting the collection of contemporary art work by artists of African descent. Patric McCoy, 4346 S. Lake Park, 60653. 773 536-3958. diasporalrhythms.org. patricmccoy@mac.com.
• Digital Youth Network. 1050 E. 47th St. Akili Lee (? alee@ueischools.org?). Digital Youth Network trains youth in schools including Kenwood Academy in media productions and arts ranging from the bits and final productions to producing their own portfolios and resumes. http://www.Iremix.org.
• Donnelley, Elliott Donnelley- see Chicago Youth Centers
• Dramastarz at Kenwood Academy. Trains students in all aspects of theater, and helps them find scholarships for acting and theater arts. Richard Kaleta, 5015 S. Blackstone Ave., 60615. 773 535-1395. http://www.kenwoodacademy.org. rekaleta@hotmail.com. Margo Gionoulis (sp.?) mgiannoulis@yahoo.com (sp?). Also 7861 South Shore Drive, 773 875 6777.
• Earth Team Apprentices Environmental Focus- Nature Along the Lake with Illinois Dept. Nat. Resources continues at South Shore Cultural Center and other locations. Contact Friends of the Parks for information, 312 857-2757.
• The Experimental Station, including its Blackstone Bicycle Works (773 241-5458) teaches youth and teens practical and business skills, arts, science and trades and much more. 6100 S. Blackstone Ave. Connie Spreen, Dan Peterman. conniespreen@experimentalstation.org. http://www.experimentalstation.org.
• Gallery 37. Ages 14-21. Hands-on paid arts programs and job-training including apprenticeships and internships in arts etc. entrepreneurship, art, sports, technology, communications. Downtown or remote sites. Lots of partners. Storefront Theater, World Kitchen, Downtown Sound, artScape Chicago, Advanced Art Education including HHW Vocal Arts Ensemble. Dance, murals, graphic design apprenticeships. Much is in schools via After School Matters, such as Kenwood Academy. http://www.cityofchicago.org/gallery37center. http://www.afterschoolmatters.org/programs/gallery37. http://www.37advanced.org/perform.html. (See also After School Matters; call 773 533-2108) 66 E. Randolph, 4th floor, 60602. 312 744-4182, 312 774 8925. David Sinski, 312 744-8925, d.sinski@cityofchicago.org. asm@cityofchicago.org.
• History Fairs/ Chicago Metro History Education Center. 60 W. Walton 60610, 312 255-3661. http://www.chicagohistoryfair.org. info@ChicagoHistoryFair.org. Coordinates and awards fairs and competitions in schools, areas, region and to state similar to science fairs. Must have a teacher sponsor in school. Annual awards lunch with prizes. Hyde Park Historical Society gives additional awards and holds student-teacher presentations- http://www.hydeparkhistory.org.
• Hooked on Drums/Djembe- See next section.
• Hyde Park Art Center. 5307 S. Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL 60615. (773) 324-5520. www.hydeparkart.org, generalinformation@hydeparkart.org. Ray Yang, ryang@hydeparkart.org. Details in following section and in Museums and Art Centers. Regularized or intermittent programs in many schools but particularly Ray and Shoesmith.One of the more regular is in North Kenwood/Oakland Charter.
  Purpose: Local arts forum promotes the visual arts through art classes, exhibitions, and community outreach. Much for kids. School age programs are in schools, at the center and at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. Hyde Park Art Center continues its vigorous involvement with schools, most recently starting projects at Canter (mural) and Ray (documentary for new media yearbook). Projects last 8 weeks to a year and are in addition to short and long classes in the Center. More in next section and see in camps.
  Mycelia Project (Emmanuel Pratt)-- an innovative and educational collaboration with Chicago Public Schools, Urban Gateways, and the Woodlawn Community Development Corporation + that promotes learning focused on food, soil, water and energy sustainability. Projects at Hyde Park Art Center through Sept 30 2011.
• Hyde Park Jewish Community Center.(JCC) 52o0 S. Hyde Park Blvd., 60615, 773 753-3080. http://www.gojcc.org. Michael Goldstein. Early childhood classes, gym, vacation-day programs for nursery through 5th grade. Established in 1949, Hyde Park JCC serves thousands of families each year through educational, recreational, social and cultural programs. The 30,000 square foot building shared with Congregation Rodfei Zedek, includes early and childhood classes, outdoor enclosed playground, and 3,000-square-foot gym. Enrichment classes are for children aged 3-6. Vacation day programs during the year for children nursery through 5th grade. After school programs are geared to grades 1-8 and include basketball, Tae Kwon Do, swimming and gymnastics. League play available. Summer Camp offers a range of 4- and 8-week programs for children from 3 year to 9th grade with Red Cross swim instruction, bus service.
• Hyde Park Learning Resources Center. 5114 S. Dorchester. 312 209-3852. http://www.hplrc.org but Website may not be up yet. Call and ask for Lillie Goodwin, lillie.goodwin@sbcglobal.net. Tutoring and homework, test preparation centering on academics for all grades. 2 pm earliest to 6 pm. Safe Haven. See also above Creative Juice Youth Drama Group.
• Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. More info by going to Facebook. 5480 S. Kenwood. 773 643-4062. http://www.hpnclub.org. Jennifer Bosch, acting director, Bethany Pickens, President. Year-round Before and After school and Days Off, Summer Camps 7 am-6 pm ages 6-12. For complete information visit their website and ask to be on the periodic listserve. See also in hydepark.org Neighborhood Club Programs and Collaborers in the Community and in summer camps. Programs for children 6-12 are based on popular demand. Art and piano classes and dancing lessons in ballet, jazz and tap are available. Also computer club for teens and chess with an international master and assignments Sundays 3-5 for kids 18-14. Jennifer Bosch, Interim Dir, jennifer_bosch@hpnclub.org.
  FALL 2010 INCLUDES TEEN STRUCTURED PROGAMS- tutoring and mentoring, ISAT prep, sports and activities, entrepreneurship and financial management, photography, robotics, healthy snack and nutrition education. PICK UP FROM ARIEL AND CANTER MIDDLE SCHOOLS. Weekdays 2:15-6; FREE PROGRAM M, W, F; SPECIALIZED FEE BASED T, TH. Plus vacation adventure days for all ages. Wait list for ages 6-12 (as of Sept. 22 2010.)
  7th and 8th grade After School Program: Life Skills, Homework Assistance, Presentation Skills, Spoken Word and Fine art, Basketball and Sports. Daily bus pickup at Canter middle School. Reg.with Abby Hymen, 773 643-4062.
  The Club hopes to have an expanded after school program to include high school students and teach financial management, spoken word, and African dance.
  Note, the summer program has been revised and enhanced to stress field trips to swimming, beaches, museums as well as doing art projects, playing sports, and educational brush up. Under temporary staff. 7th and 8th grade After School Program: Life Skills, Homework Assistance, Presentation Skills, Spoken Word and Fine art, Basketball and Sports. Daily bus pickup at Canter middle School. 773 643-4062. The fall program is hoped in 2008 to be expanded to high school students and include financial management, spoken word, and African Dance and is being fine tuned in consultation with Cantor, Kenwood, Murray and Ray schools.
  A new focus is the intergenerational mentoring Program. Brings together adults over 55 with teens 12-14 years old to work together on art, reading, oral history. A Harper Court Art Council grant is one of several supporting that program.
  NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB FALL-WINTER, CULTURAL FOR KIDS AND TEENS (additional in Recreational-Fitness) Charges vary. Check their website as many adult partnered classes may take teens or younger (i.e. martial arts).
  This summer: Teen Summer Program. Includes weekly field trips around the city planned by students who learn how to use public transit as first choice, to navigate the city and a host of topics. Travel underwritten by Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference.
  

  Pre and Primary grades - sample only, programs vary by season, year, and availability of state and local funding.

  Children's House of Miss Tammie Montessori Preschool. M-F 8-5:45. 773 330-4792, 773 329-8152

  Intro to Chess. 1st- 3rd grade Fri 4:30 (Hyde Park Academy of Scholastic Chess) $25 week, $250 session
  Modern Dance. K-3 Wed, Th 4-5. Work on routine for a performance. $25, $250
  Dance Around the World. K-3rd M, F 4:30. Folk and partner dancing from varied tradition, building self esteem, team work, etiquette. $25, $250
  Drama. K-3 M, F 3:30, 4th-6th 4:30. Incl. final performance. $15 week, $150 session. With U Theater.
  Yoga. K-3 W, Th 4 pm
  Piano. M-Th 1-6 pm. $60 month for 4 half-hour sessions beg. to intermed. levels. Michael Williams

  Tweens- 4th-6th grades. Focusing on transitions, achievement and self-image 3-6 pm, snack, pickup from schools

  Includes Dance Around the World (May I Have This Dance Club),
  Drama Club, 4th-6th 4:30. Incl. final performance. $15 week, $150 session. With U Theater.
  Dance Club, Dance Around the World. 4th-6th M, F 3:30. Folk and partner dancing from varied tradition, building self esteem, team work, etiquette. $25, $250
  Modern Dance. 4th to 6th M, F 4:30-5:30. Work on routine for a performance. $25, $250
  Piano. M-Th 1-6 pm. $60 month for 4 half-hour sessions beg. to intermed. levels. Michael Williams
  Yoga Club,
  Art Club,
  Basketball Club,
  Science Club. 4th-6th grade. Wed and Th 4-5. $20 week, $200 session. Rigo Cano, sp. by MSI. Inquiry-based hands on from inventions to architecture and green energy.
  Soccer Club,
  Chess Club for Tweens,
  Fencing Club for Tweens. Mon 4:30, $25 and $250

  Teen Program. Life skills and educational development, community involvement, own planning board. 7th-10th graders. Pickup from NKO, Canter, Kenwood.

  Includes Spoken Word Program (Young Chicago Authors) includes written word-Say What Magazine. 7th-10th grades, Th 4:30, $25 and $250. Young Chicago Authors. perform and be published
  Drama Club led by UC Theater Student Organization--all the skills and a final performance.
  Dance Club- Hip Hop and African styles this fall--create a routine.
  Tutoring Program led by U of C. CHAMP, a holistic program focusing on academic achievement and mentorship, twice a week. One on one with a UC student.
  Cooking Club- healthy dishes from fresh-scratch
  Winning Words Program- led by UC Civic Knowledge: Current events through drama, debate, creative writing
  Art Club
  Hip Hop/African Dance. 7-8th Tu 4:0. $25, $250
  and gym.
  Winning Words. 7th-10th, W, F 3:45. $25 week, $250, UC Civic Knowledge. Drama, debate, creative writing.

  Coming this winter: Teen and High School Financial Literacy and Management: Checking and savings accounts How-To, budgeting, investments, stock market, asset building. College Preparation for High Schoolers: SAT/ACT, computer lab, financial aid, personal statement tutoring

Coming this winter: Intergenerational Programming Every generation has its ways of expressing its story. Highlights: oral histories, events, visual arts, dancing

• Hyde Park School of Dance. (Formerly School of Ballet). Not for profit. Mariam Thiam, Managing Director. 5650 S. Woodlawn Ave., 60637. 773 493-8498, Fax 773 493-8508. http://www.hydeparkdance.org. . 64 classes at several venues, through advanced workshops! Classes are at all ages and levels of ballet, flamenco, tap, jazz, modern and creative movement. The school is artistically directed by August and Aimee Tye. And it gives regular performances including Nutcracker at Mandel Hall, participation in University Symphony programs, and quarterly recitals. Scholarship auditions for fall are in mid September. The School has received grants to expand its after school training in public elementary schools and low-cost performances.
  Partners in UC Charter Woodlawn High School, other schools.
• Hyde Park Suzuki Institute, 501. In and out of school programs for children, youth and educators. Musical instrument learning. 2 sites, Hyde Park Suzuki classes and concerts have moved to Augustana Church, 5500 S. Woodlawn. 773 643-1388. Lucinda Ali-Landing founder and executive director. May still also have classes at 4541 S. Lake Park 60653, 773 624-4882. http://www.hydeparksuzuki.com. Lucinda Ali, lali@hydeparksuzuki.com. Kindermusic, guitar, harp, viola, violin, voice.... Preferred email hpsi@hydeparksuzuki.com. Partners in Ray School's Ray University.
  Provides access to high quality musical instruction and performance opportunities to a culturally diverse community in Chicago. Programs include Suzuki, Traditional, In-Schools, After-School, Adult and Community music classes. Funded in part by City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs Community Arts Assistance Program and Illinois Arts Council. It now has grants for instruction to economically disadvantaged families.
  HP Suzuki is now starting a College Bound Conservatory for school aged youth, fall 2010- Saturdays. Recruiting now, auditions start in July. Preparation for auditions in colleges is a major focus. Music theory, composition, audition, competition preparation, master classes. Especially targeted to persons of color, who are highly underrepresented in classical music groups. Tuition can be very expensive, scholarship funding is being sought. email and phone as above.
  Hyde Park Suzuki College Bound Conservatory starts September 25 2010 at 5500 S. Woodlawn-- audition application due September 17. Visit their website for the qualifications in each instrument and about applying. 773-643-1388. www.hydeparksuzuki.com. Email: collegebound@hydeparksuzuki.com.
• Hyde Park Young Life. Marlena Fleming, Director. Contact Info: Young Life Hyde Park c/o Donna Dortzbach 4524 S. Ellis Ave. Chicago, IL 60653. 773 540-8860, http://www.younglife.org (search by zip then click Hyde Park). (Also given as 5421 S. Dorchester #1 60615. Cell 312 245-3364 but this is not in their website.) Faith based tutoring and mentoring and empowerment groups in Kenwood Academy, Canter (including an after school dance class) et al, Kenwood Park fieldhouse, and more is combined with hands on ministry and service projects, training, field trips and mentoring opportunities for teens. From a national faith based organization that has lots of camps et al.
  A subgroup is Sister 2 Sister a partnership between Young Life and Kenwood Academy.
• Hyde Park Youth Symphony. Hyde park Union Church, 5600 S. Woodlawn, 60637. director@hpys.org. http://www.hpys.org. New contacts: Director Chris Ramaekers. 248-935-6694 chris.ramaekers@gmail.com, director@hpys.org. also given as 847-651-5055. Sr, Intermed. orchestras, junior strings. Concerts winter, spring, chamber ensemble solo competition. Auditions in September. Contact Music Director (auditions) 248 935-6694 or auditions@hpys.org. Provides high art experiences to young people on the South Side. The Hyde Park Youth Symphony is a community youth orchestra for string, woodwind and brass players from private, public and parochial elementary and high schools on the South Side. The Symphony provides opportunities for young musicians to play in an ensemble under the instruction of a skilled conductor and professional coaches. Includes performances in such venues as DuSable Museum. Contributions HPYS c/o Sheila Schwartz, 1458 E. 56th St. 60637, info Joyce Norman, 773 562-2369. Note, most currently in the orchestras are from University of Chicago Laboratory Schools.
  The Hyde Park Youth Symphony is a community-based after school orchestra dedicated to providing a high-quality arts experience to children on the south side of Chicago It is comprised of a diverse group of families and musicians aged 7 to 17 from the South Side and suburbs as close as Hyde Park and a far as Beverly, Markham and Frankfort, nurturing in them a love for music that will last a lifetime. Parents seek out the group as a supplemental music program for students who are playing solely on their own or in school band programs. It operates on a sliding scale and helps students enhance their individual and cooperative skills. Auditions are held in September 2008, and the first rehearsal will be September 18th. Scholarships available. Financial assistance is available, and is reached via public transportation.
  Offered: Three ensembles that offer outstanding experiences at all levels: Junior Strings (grades 1-6 with at least 6 months experience), Intermediate Orchestra (grades 5-8 with at least two years experience), Senior Orchestra (grades 7-12 with at least 3-4 years experience. Also chamber programs and an annual concerto competition.
• International Children's Media Center (ICMC)- My First Media Center. Arranges teaching in schools such as Kozminski in HP to teach critical thinking, literacy and love of learning through multimedia/intersisciplinary/multisensory material such as showing and discussing testing on short films. Founded by Chicagoan Nichole Dreiske. http://www.icmediacenter.org.
  With Childrens' International Children's Festival also founded by Dreiske. Not sure if that is active in HP.
• Institute for Positive Living. Open Book program is a multifaceted after school program for young adolescents in which participants are engaged in activities that encourage the development of reading, writing and critical thinking skills. Marrice Coverson. 435 E. 35th St., 2nd floor. 60616. 773 924-9803. openbook@ameritech.net. http://www.openbookprogram.org.
• Jazz Institute of Chicago. 410 S Michigan Ave, #943, Chicago, IL, 312 427-1676, Fax 312-427-1684. Jazz Institute of Chicago with Chicago Park District runs a summer program were youth work and young performers work with established musician to earn and perform throughout the city. 6-week program July 27-Sept. 5, culminating at Chicago Jazz Festival Labor Day weekend. Work with Willie Pickens, Pat Mallinger, Lorin Hohen. These 10 youth will be paid CPD employees. Call l312 427-1684 or dan@jazzinchicago.org. http://www.jazzinchicago.org.
• Joan's Studio for the Performing Arts, Kalapriya Indian Dance, Marsha's Music Together- http://www.marshasmusic.com, 773-288-3815.
  All live at 1438 E. 57th St. See in Culture and Arts Page for more information.
• Joan’s Studio for the Performing Arts. 1438 E. 57th St. 774 493-9288. http://www.joansstudioinc.com. Joan Steggemann, joanbyrd@sbcglobal.net. Joan's Studio offers private or group music lessons from early childhood to adult in brass, drums, guitar, world percussion, conga drums, vibraphone, strings and woodwinds. Dance lessons include ballet, belly dancing, creative movement, modern, yoga and tai chi. Includes Marsha's Music Together and Kalapriya Dance, which see.
  Also a collaborative program Young Players taught by Hyde Park Community Players.
• Joffrey Ballet. One local program is ballroom dancing for students of Canter Middle School (at the school, afterschool). http://www.Joffreyballet.com.
• Kalapriya Dance, Traditional Performing Arts of India are taught and performed. Some for older teens? (Located at Joan's Studio, 1438 E. 57th St. 773 464-9303. info@kalapriya.org.) http://www.kalapriya.org.
• Kemit Learning Center. 44th and Greenwood. 773 268-4454. http://www.kemitlearningcenter.com.Day care, preschool, after school ages 6 weeks to 7 years. Spanish, Kindemusik, Educational field trips. Part of the Baby Ph.D. Network. Our programs support the School's mission of developing students with character. Through a broad range of activities and exceptional instruction, we encourage children to apply their talents, identify new interests, develop caring friendships, and build confidence in their ability to succeed. Our programs operate in developmentally stimulating home-like environments within which children’s natural love of learning can flourish. We foster the growth of the whole child through age-appropriate activities that address social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development. Above all we strive to be practical, relevant, and fun!
• Kiwanis Hyde Park Chapter. Has Builders Club chapters, in Kenwood Academy(contact Camille Hamilton-Doyle) with After school Matters. starting in Canter Middle School. These 7th and 8th graders develop and carry out various service or achievement projects. Club #13752. http://www.ii-kiwanis.org/DIV3.html, http://www.div3i.ikiwanis.org. President Marianne Bagnola, Vice President Camille Hamilton-Doyle, Treasurer Jon Will, Secretary Rosemary Snow,
  Contact Rosemary Snow, roses92@sbcglobal.net. : Mail all including contributions to Kiwanis of Hyde Park, c/o 1507 E. 53rd St. Box 120, Chicago, IL 60615. 773 324-8645.
• Lango Kids. http://www.langokids.com. More info contact Baby Ph D and Lango Belles North Chicago -Tel: 219.614.3322, langobelles@yahoo.com. (Now using the Lango program: at least Shoesmith School. ) Foreign languages for the really young. Now has a Hyde Park site in conjunction with Baby PhD Childcare Network (which see) and Hyde Park Neighborhood Club (which see). At Lango your child will learn another language, make developmental strides, explore other cultures and make friends. Our highly engaging language classes use music, games, art and stories to teach kids new languages. We offer language classes at convenient locations in communities around the United States.
  Tot 'N Parent, Preschool, Early Elementary (through age 8), Summer camps (ages 3-8, located in various states but not yet Midwest).
  Early Elementary Language Classes: Our early elementary students learn their new languages through adventures, activities that require increasing levels of engagement and understanding over time, and that reward kids with a feeling of accomplishment. A simple literacy component ensures that these students not only listen, speak, sing and play in their new language, but read and write as well. Lango is proud to partner with dozens of elementary schools nationwide to provide convenient classes to their students.
• Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center. 1060 E. 47th St. 60653. 773 285-1211. http://blackpearl.org. info@blackpearl.org. Chief contact and development Chinerya Moody, cmoody@blackpearl.org. Also contact Michael Harris, mharris@blackpearl.org, Zakeya N. Cartman, zcartman.blackpearl.org.
  Director of Development. http://www.blackpearl.org. info@blackpearl.org.
  Visual arts and arts as business training. After school program for youth ages 12-19. Summer program-ages 7-19.
  A major player that has not forgotten its core mission in sophisticated children's learning--including the connection between the art and the business, as well as the craft of arts production. ("Arts=Smarts"). Lots of classes, book and other clubs, and field projects as well as exhibits featuring child group projects exhibitions. Exec. Gallery and cafe with jazz Monday evenings. Dir. Monica Haslip- mhaslip@blackpearl.org.
  In startup by Prologue Inc. at Little Black Pearl: Joshua Johnson Art and Design Academy , intended to provide technical and arts training for up to 200 at risk youth ages 17-21. This will be a CPS charter/contract school. Contact Chinyera Moody as above.
• Lyric Opera of Chicago. Partners with North Kenwood Oakland UC Charter school, possibly others. Home base and to find education, chapters, etc.: Lyric Opera of Chicago, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606, 312 322-2244, http://www.lyricopera.org.
• DISBANDED:
  Magic Chicago. 950 E. 61st St. http://www.magicchicago.org. (Metropolitan Area Group for Igniting Civilization) has a number of programs that encourage creativity leadership, entrepreneurship, job readiness, and health including through sports. Founding director Joseph Strickland. Bryan K. Echols, bryane@magicchicago.org. Vanessa Muhammad, 773 290-2313, vanessa.muhammad@gmail.com. Provides tutoring, mentoring, entrepreneurship, and cultural enrichment programs Including in schools such as Hyde Park Academy with After School Matters, U of C. Has as number of Kenwood Students. A non-profit active youth service group based in Woodlawn, whose mission is to organize and mobilize residents of Woodlawn and the surrounding communities to create and stimulate social change. Now also providing health education outreach and seminars to youth and parents (dir. Carlos Meyers), and other fairs. Includes arts such as MAGIC Woodlawn Instrumental Strings Program, Woodlawn Mural Arts Apprenticeship (WMAP); Young, Gifted and Organized; MAGIC Teen Talk Chicago; United Sisters of Civilization; Hip Hop Outreach, Programming and Education (HOPE); MB2015 Campaign; Health and Wellness Initiative. The programs are all in schools or spaces in the communities. Parental involvement is required.
• Marsha's Music Together. With Joan's Studio. Marsha Melsheimer. 1438 E. 57th St. 773-288-3815. Mostly for pre-school age with parents, stressing foundations such as rhythm.http://www.marshasmusic.com.
• Merit Music School of Chicago. Partners in UC Charter Woodlawn High School. Of course, classes independently at its spacious new studio. Licensee of Music Together. 38 S. Peoria, Chicago, IL 60607. Main 312.786.9428, Student Services 312.676.3687. http://www.meritmusic.org.
• METROsquash see in Recreation. In Kozminski, Reavis, soon Price.
• Muntu- see in next section.
• Museum of Science and Industry- Science Minors. 57th and Lake Shore Drive. 773 684-1414, business 773 684-9844. http://www.msichicago.org. Students grades 9-10 and 11-12 (ages 14-17) form a Science Minors corps of teenage "explainers" at the Museum. These young people fulfill service-learning requirements, learn about science, make friends, and meet professionals in science careers while sharing information about exhibits with visitors. This program bridges the worlds of school and work; participants in the program develop job skills and increase their knowledge of science and science careers through involvement with staff and resources.No fee! Year round, lengths vary. Application due a month before training starts- see website. Contact Charles Brass, 773 684-9844 x 4160, charles.brass@msichicago.org.
• Museum of Science and Industry Volunteers. Act as an exhibit guide and lead interactive activities. Adults and teens (14-17) must commit to 40 hours a year with no less than one shift every three months, and attend orientation. Also opportunities for youth to train with professionals. Apply online , call volunteer coordinator Rachel Carter at 773 753-1382, or e-mail rachel.carter@msichicago.org. 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, 773 684-1414. http:/www.msichicago.org.
• Music Teachers of Hyde Park. http://www.mthp.org. For information and brochure call 773 895-6083. Contacts Elaine Smith, 773 643-9251, ebspiano@aol.com. Or Elizabeth La Croix, 773 324-6250. info@ mthp.org. Guide to over 50 independent teachers (40-50 plus) in Hyde Park, Kenwood, and South Shore. Includes performance opportunities such as at Blackstone Library 4th Mondays, summer camp. Website lists over 50 instructors for private and group instruction.
  Music Teachers of Hyde Park. In addition to its full program throughout the year culminating in April Concerto Day and May Performathon charity benefit weekend at Blackstone Library and Montgomery place and Chamber Music Days, the organization runs a Summer Ensemble Fest, a music day camp for students entering grades 6-12, held July 7-17 at the Lab School. Visit http://www.mthp.org. More. info@mthp.org.
• Nichols Park Fieldhouse has several cultural in addition to its recreational programs. Heather Kelly Park Supervisor. 312 747-2703. 1355 E. 53rd St. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. Registrations are opened about 3 months before classes begin and at this park fill up almost at once--find out when to come to the fieldhouse or to go online.
• Open Book- see Institute for Positive Living.
• Oriental Institute Museum. 1155 E. 58th St. 773 702-9514. http://oi.uchicago.edu. Tu-Sat 10-6, Wed 10-8:30, Sun. 12-6. Suggested $5. Family and children's programs related to the museum's extensive Ancient Near East collections and exhibits. More in Museums section. Carole Krucoff, Director of Education, at oi-education@uchicago.edu, 773 702-9514. Assistant Jessica Caracci, 773 702-95120. Family and children's programs related to the museum's Ancient Near Eastern collection. Films, camps, special programs including family.
  New: Kipper Family Archeology Center. Located in the basement, climb and excavate an "ancient tel" modeled on Har Megiddo, battle site for thousands of years, and salted with real artifacts. At present sixth grade visiting school groups (the age that makes the field trips to OI). Later, use will be expanded.
• PhD Tutors Chicago. These are U of Chicago PhD candidates in various fields who will tutor , for fee. http://phdtutorschicago.schools.officelive.com. phd.tutors.chicago@gmail.com.
• Paradigm Shift science learning - in spring 2012 was in St. Thomas Aquinas School (middle) with U of C as pilot- may continue. Uses games, tests, field trips such as with Shedd Aquarium for reinforcement.
• PAC-CY. Arts, cultural, and career awareness for youth in schools on the southside, northside and suburbs. LaNell Morgan, 5120 S. Hyde Park Blvd., Suite 210, 60615. 773 288-5167, PACCY210@aol.com.
• Project Exploration. 950 E. 61st St. 773 834-7614, fax 663 8334-7625. Science based teaching under among others Paul Sereno, the dinosaur man, and his wife Gabriel Lyons. Not sure if structured during after school hours. http://www.projectexploration.org.
  Be sure to pick up or access via http://www.projectexploration.org /dys.htm their large database of over 150 local and nationwide opportunities, Discover Your Summer. Includes how to prepare applications, interviews.
  Project Exploration is a nonprofit science education organization that makes science accessible to the public--especially minority youth and girls--through personalized experiences with science and scientists. Co-founded in 1999 by paleontologist Paul Sereno and educator Gabrielle Lyon, PE specifically works to create opportunities for meaningful interactions between scientists and the public--especially populations least likely to have direct access to science. It works to equip minority youth and girls with the inspiration and tools to transform their lives...to interact with scientists and to have hands-on experiences...to support lifelong learning, equal access to opportunity, and scientific literacy.
  It does: youth development programs, services for schools and teachers, and public programs such as exhibits and online initiatives. Every year nearly 200...ages 12-17, academically low and middle achievers, low income. Over 5 years 92% graduated from high school, 57% enrolled in a four-year college a third of whom are majoring in science.
  Summer 2012- Environmental Adventurers- study differing groups of bees in Jackson Park with specialist scientists. Project Exploration, a nonprofit science education organization, will be providing a free summer science program to CPS minority students in grades 7-12 in Jackson Park at the end of this month. Attached is a description of the program, called Environmental Adventurers. The students will be conducting fieldwork on native bees alongside two bee ecologists from Northwestern University at Jackson Park during the week. Practice scientific field work. Selection was made May 31, but check anyway- Jameela Jafri, 773 834-3579. Runs July 30-August 3.
• Project Osmosis/Organization of Black Designers Chicago. email info@ProjectOsmosis. Helps kids with design field. Maybe after school hours, probably sited out of area- 207 E. Ohio #129, 60611? Contact Lisa Moran at 312 933-0582, lisam@projectosmosis.org. http://www.projectosmosis.org.
• Right At School. rightatschool.com. facebook.com/rightatschool, 855-286-2466. Afterschool management--safe enrichment at schools including Bret Harte-- snack, homework, enrichmetn curriculum including fun. Parents or schools choose the days, including 10-week 1-hour classes in asrts, scince, technoldogy, fitness.
• Science fairs--in the schools, can lead to citywide as well as to the Science and Art Fairs/Exhibitions every winter at Museum of Science and Industry: http://www.chicagosciencefair.org, http://www.msichicago.org. By brackets, must have a teacher sponsor.
• Smart Museum of Art. Details in the following section and in Museums and Art Centers. One of the schools in which it has an ongoing program is North Kenwood/Oakland Charter.
• South Shore Cultural Center. Chicago Park District (http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com) facility in a stunning former country club at 7059 South Shore Drive offers a large array of arts and humanities /cultural and dance classes and programs. Many are provided by partner organizations or teachers such as as Chicago Music Association (http://www.chgomusicassn.org) and South Shore Opera Company of Chicago (http://www.southshoreopera.org) (both include training and performance opportunities), dance and theater studios, cooking (with Washburne Culinary Institute of City Colleges), after school). 773 256-0149. Center Director Andrea Adams.
• Strive. From Ellis Avenue Church, 5001 S. Ellis, 773 268-4910. Provides after school and summer tutoring for grades 1-12. http://www.ellisavenuechurch.org. ellisavenuechurch@gmail.com. Paula Hatfield, 773 268-4910.
  Strive programs are also run in schools by University of Chicago tutoring programs- see following section.
• Studio One Dance Theatre. Partners with North Kenwood/Oakland UC Charter school. Teaches and mentors youth, adults dance (ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Tap) and much more. Performance ops. 1849 W. 95th St. 60643, 773) 239-7190. http://www.studioonedancetheatre.com.
• Suzuki see Hyde Park Suzuki.
• University of Chicago. -and Urban School Improvement, Center for. See the University of Chicago Schools and Education Programs and Resources page. Programs range from a full learning program combining time in the school with time at UC preparatory to matriculation to tutoring, cultural/science, community service, and recreation (see in the Recreation page.). Civic Knowledge and the Graham School of General Studies host a number of such enrichment programs for high school children including languages. http://grahamschool.uchicago.edu.
  Programs providing opportunities for youth include:
  • Collegiate Scholars- 3-year after school and school-hours program for selected high school students. Apply/join in freshman year. Judd Hall, J-420 or 542, 5835 S. Kimbark. Kimberly Ransom, 773 702-2239, 773 834-2774. http://phoenix.uchicago.edu/csp/, csp@phoenix.uchicago.edu. http://collegiatescholars.uchicago.edu.
    TEACH (Training Early Achievers for Careers in Health Research). A major part of Collegiate Scholars Program is this program for juniors as teams to work with doctors and social researchers in clinic and real research. It encourages minorities. Over 50 have so far completed the summer-long program. http://collegiatescholars.uchicago.edu, http://chess.uchicago.edu/teach.html.
  • University of Chicago Community Service Center, Wallace E. Goode 5525 S. Ellis, Ste. 160 60637, 773 834-1549, wgoode@uchicago.edu. David Hays0 dhays@uchicago.edu, Katherine Bierce- kbierce@uchicago.edu. http://communityservice.uchicago.edu. ucsc@uchicago.edu. Also runs Chicago Academic Games League.
  • UC GEAR UP Resource Center- cuip.uchicago.edu/schools/gearup/Chicago/network/council.htm, part of the http://www.gearupchicago.org program and heavily in Kenwood Academy
  • Neighborhood Schools, (NSP), Duel Richardson, 5525 S. Ellis, Ste. 165 60637, 773 702-1935, duel@uchicago.edu. Yelene Modley, 773 834-1935, ymodley@uchicago.edu. Many useful programs including credit and non-credit College Bridge, Collegiate Scholars, Special Program/College Prep (6-12), Young Scholars Program for math enthusiast and more (see in other cultural section or camps.) http://nsp.uchicago.edu/prospective.html.
  • University of Chicago Office of Special Programs including PEP (Pilot Enrichment Program) in schools. Run for many decades by Dr. Larry Hawkins. Director Dovetta McKee. Gates- Blake 113, 5845 S. Ellis Av 60637. 773 702-8288, Fax 773 702-0189.
    http://osp-cp.uchicago.edu. PEP serves 70 students of whom 40 are elementary. The program uses recreation to totally engage the student for excellence, from academic to social and behavioral. It is year round. Since 1972, 2,600 have taken advantage of the program and some have gone on to PhD programs. Hawkins insisted on well-rounded students with top academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities, and upon parent participation. Included are classroom instruction, trips to colleges including several living on the UC campus, the opera, museums, events and ethnic restaurants. Allied with the U of C Neighborhood Schools Program and participates in Civic Knowledge's Winning Words.
  • U of C SPLASH. OCTOBER 5 2013. See more in UC Civic Knowledge, above. New website splash.uchicago.edu. Also given as http://splashchicago.learningu.org/.Brings grades 9-12 on campus for mini-classes by UC students. Luke Joyner, cochair, lukejoy@uchicago.edu. Splash has been in the fall, but a new multi-week block called Cascade is in Jan.- Feb. 2009. Registration for Splash, http://splash.uchicago.edu. Part of the Chicago Gear Up Alliance. (cuip.uchicago.edu/schools/gearup/Chicago/network/council.htm). Other contacts Dagene' Z Brown, 773 535-1366 (Kenwood Academy dagenebrown@uchicago.edu, Anthony Downing, 773 841-5028, ardowning@cps.k12.il.us. A program that includes one-day's and one day a week for a month at 1116 E. 59th St. Brings high school kids to UC campus for sample immersion classes taught by UC students. Not at all your ordinary curriculum, including movies, games, video games, dissection....
    Splash in 2012 is October 6- Registration starts soon as http://splash.uchicago.edu. Cascade a suite of Tuesday evening each quarter. Registration from their website. Students, remember that this is a commitment; please inform if you must cancel. Over 400 attended SPLASH in 2009.
    Cascade is the sister program to Splash, and is very similar in philosophy. For Cascade, high school students come to the University of Chicago to take mini-classes taught by UChicago students - however instead of coming for just one Saturday, students come every TUESDAY evening for 5 weeks. Cascade is also substantially smaller than Splash, we offer 9 classes, and students sign up to take the same 1 or 2 classes for all five weeks. These 9 classes are spread out over 2 time blocks, from 4:30pm-5:30pm and 6:00pm-7:00pm. Students do not have to come to both time blocks. We keep the class sizes small, just like Splash, at around 15-20 students. Also, just like Splash - Cascade is completely free. , http://splash.uchicago.edu, Students just have to go to the website, sign up and pick the 1 or 2 classes they want to take. Contact nakila.vasudevan@gmail.com.
  • Smart Museum, Summer Programs, Loren Boylan, 773 702-0200, smart-museum@uchicago.edu.
  • University of Chicago Laboratory Schools and U of C Summer Programs/SummerLab. www.summerlab.org Ned Reece, Dir. of Auxilary Programs, office 773 213-834-7766. nreece@ucls.uchicago.edu.
  • University of Chicago Winning Words- See University of Chicago in the Academic section above, under University of Chicago Civic Knowledge Project-Winning Words.
  • University of Chicago Presents- in conjunction with St. Paul Chamber Orchestra CONNECT program brings professional musicians into five local elementary and middle schools and presents special concerts for children and their parents- 773 702-8068. http://chicagopresents.uchicago.edu, http://www.thespco.org.
  • Super Sports Camp, Young Scholars math-computer see in camps.
  • University Theater. http://ut.uchicago.edu. Student-run training workshops that teach the basics of acting and improvisation. RC 301, 5706 S. University. 773 702-3414. UT/TAPS Teaching Lab Collaborations (TLC) dedicates itself to the exploration of the arts in education by developing replicable, co-curricular programming and creative, thoughtful teaching artists capable of addressing the specific needs of the urban classroom.
• University of Chicago Medical Center Pediatrics and Friend Family Health Center. Affiliated, with UC espec. UC Medical Center health related classes and programs therein. One example is the transition program for expectant and new teen moms and dads. 800 E. 55th St, 60615. Sylvia Davis?, Nancy Peges, 773 702-3925- may no longer be correct- general no. for Friend Center is 773 702-0660.
• Urban Gateways Center for Arts Education. All kinds of programs in schools, including instrument donation (x252). As of Aug. 17, 2007 at 205 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60606, 312 922-0440, www.urbangateways.org. Call for locations nearby.
• Young Life- see Hyde Park Young Life.

Cultural, Arts and Science organizations or places otherwise providing activities in schools or OUTSIDE, , and having some activities for school kids during closed school days, but mostly providing activities during other times. Museums in detail next section.

Ask at Chicago Symphony Orchestra for their guidebook "Making Music: a Parent and Teacher Guide to Music Instruction in Metro Chicago." Covered is Why Study Music, How Do I Choose and Instrument (and what to watch for as to whether the child will practice), Who Offers Music Instruction (Beverly Arts Center, Chicago West Community Music Center, CSO Percussion Scholarship Program, Community School of the Arts at Wheaton College, DePaul University Community Music Division, Hyde Park Suzuki Institute (q.v.), Kindermusik at Symphony Center, Merit School of Music, Music House Inc., The Music Institute of Chicago, New Music School, Oak Park Suzuki School, Old Town School of Folk Music, People's Music School, Ravinia Festival Lawndale Partnership, Sherwood Conservatory of Music at Columbia College Chicago, Suzuki-Orff School of Music.
And Specialized and Performance opportunity- (Chicago Children's Choir, Chicago Public Schools (q.v. in Culture in Schools section), Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (q.v.), Hyde Park Youth Symphony (q.v.), Midwest Young Artists, The Protege Philharmonic.

Finding free things to do for yourself ...Math, Science, and Technology
--Visit projectexploration.org to learn about summer science programs in Chicago and around the nation!
--howstuffworks.com will answer any and all questions you've ever had about what you see on a daily basis and how it works
-- Volunteer for the Lincoln Park Zoo: http://www.lpzoo.com/hom_volunteer.php, 312-742-2124 - just one example!!- Science and Industry, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium on the South Lakeshore... or for a hospital- La Rabida, Jackson Park, U of C
-- Pick up The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan, The Works by Kate Ascher, and Entertaining Mathematical Puzzles by Marvin Gardner.-- Interested in architecture? Check out one of David Macaulay's fabulous illustrated books. Contact Chicago Architecture Foundation, Landmarks Illinois or Preservation Chicago.
-- Go to ocw.mit.edu to take MIT courses for free!

Journalism, Art, Music, Drama, and Literature
-- Start a blog! Review movies, music, books, cover news in your neighborhood and write about it online. You can start your own blog at www.wordpress.com, http://wwww.blackyouthproject.com, or many more.
-- Visit youngchicagoauthors.org, 773.486.4331 for information about teen publications and spoken word poetry
-- chipublib.org,(312) 747-4090, has lots of resources for teens, including resources for free stuff to do!
-- Check out Red Eye and the Chicago Weekly for free events
-- Write an article, letter to the editor, or op-ed on an issue you care about and submit it to a local newspaper
-- Join 826 Chicago: 826chi.org, 773 772 8108
-- Check out www.cosmolearning.com for free lectures about everything!
--Check out Hyde Park Community Players, below

• 57th Street Books frequently has readings and release and other parties for younger school age as well as preschool children and their parents. 1301 E. 57th St. 773 684-1300. http://www.semcoop.com. A main supporter of the 57th Street Children's Book Fair.
• 57th Street Children's Book Fair 3rd Sunday in September. http://www.cbf.org.
• Artisans 21/ 21st Century Artisans. This nonprofit outgrowth of a popular cooperative gallery is holding classes for youth a well as adults and hopes to work in the schools. It also puts on the Community Art Fair 1st weekend in June (youth volunteers welcome, as at 57th Street Art Fair.) Check at http://www.communityartfair.org or http://www.artisans21gallery.com. 1373 E. 53rd St. 773 28-7450.
• Art Should. A forming collaborative of alternative artists mainly fro U of C that aims to tutor in public schools such as Ray.
• Artisans 21 Kids Craft Mondays. $25 per session or $180 for all. Info and register http://www.artisans21gallery.com, 773 288-7450. 1373 E. 53rd St.
  June 21 Painting Things for Your Room. June 28 Painting t-shirts. July 12 Decorating Cupcakes. July 19 Making Tiles. July 26 Making Scrapbooks. August 2 Painting with Sticks. August 9 Making Jewelry with Beads. August 16 Sewing Fun Things. August 23 Making useful things with Leather.
• Arts and Public Life- UC- Actors, Teens Art Council, Teen Leaders programs. - get on the list at tinyurl.com/APLedlist. At the Arts Incubator, 301 E. Garfield.
• AYLO Children's Dance Theatre. Classes, youth training, outreach/residency work and performance to youth and the multicultural community. An African-centered real ensemble/company, arts education institute where the programs and operations provide a cultural link between African cultures and other cultures. Kimosha P. Murphy, P.O. Box 198672, 60619. Is in Hyde Park. 773 243-2566. http://www.alyochildrensdance.com, AlYOCDT5@aol.com, info@alyochildrensdance.com.
• Baby PhD Childcare Network. http://www.babyphd.com, phdccn@gmail.com. 5411 S. Dorchester. Includes programs for toddlers and a bit older in Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, as well as serving as an umbrella and referral for childcare and preschool providers in the area. Funded in part by the University of Chicago. More about them in the Helpline and Educational Resources pages. At the Neighborhood Club: Baby PhD (phdccn@gmail.com) infant and toddler play group activities all week long range from motion to rhythm, dance, storytelling/reading, languages, sign language for kids.art, game- $5 drop in, $40 t0-pass, free to members.
  Spring 2010 Spanish if sufficient interest. If enough parents are interested, Baby Ph.D. will sponsor a special Spanish Language Class this spring. The class will be offered by the new Hyde Park location of Lango Kids (see www.langokids.com). The cost of the class will be $80. The price includes 10 - 45 minute classes including all materials for art projects games etc plus one book, CD, set of flashcards and doll for each child. Please contact Sarah at info@babyphd.com right away if you are interested in having your child participate.
• Black Youth Project: http://www.blackyouthproject.com. Provides a place for black youth to speak. To generate new media information, blogs, art, conversations, webinars, data, research, policies and movements that will expand the human and social capital of young black youth, facilitating their empowerment through highlighting their voices, attitudes, lives, and experiences. Dir. by UC Po l. Sc. prof. Dr. Cathy J. Cohen, cjcohen@uchicago.edu.773 702-8051.Features:

• Black Youth Blogging – daily blogs by black youth on important and controversial topics and links to black youth bloggers
Rap Lyrics Database – the first public searchable database of rap music lyrics based on Billboard charts
• Curriculum Workshop – teachers, social workers, community activists, and artists can download and add to curriculum centered on the experiences of black youth and use data from the Black Youth Survey.
• Black Youth Create! – uploaded videos, spoken word, webisodes and other offerings made by black youth
• Research and Resources – listings/links to latest reports, research, books, films, documentaries, organizations and websites focused on black youth
• Survey Data & Findings – the Black Youth Project Survey includes the most extensive dataset on black youth
• Black Youth in the News – articles on black youth from newspapers across the country

• Blackstone Branch Library. 4904 S. Lake Park Ave., 60615, 312 747-0511. http://www.chicagopubliclibrary.org or http://www.chipublib.org. M-Th 9-9, F, Sat. 9-5, closed Sun. Branch Manager and Librarian Anne Keough, akeough@chipublib.org. Storytime for toddlers and for preschool. Crafts, storytimes, children's and teen's book clubs, Marsha's Music, smARTart 2nd Saturdays 2-4 from Smart Museum, sale of discards. No current structured after school except some weekly or monthly programs. Would welcome good volunteers for those hours.
  Coming to Blackstone Library this summer: themed in 2011 Book Beats (as in music). Children are encouraged to read at least 25 picture or chapter books. (dep on age). Win a tee shirt. Guests come to read. 800+ kids read 1400 books in 2008. Registration under way, kickoff June 13. 4904 S. Lake Park. 312 747-0505.
• Blues Camp Columbia College- see under Columbia College
• Borders Books often has children's activities- when not at the Hyde Park one (1539 E. 53rd St.) then at other stores. http://www.borders.com. Internet access.
• CAPS District 003- basketball- see Basketball.
• Chess Teachers. Apparently none now in area but contact (312) 927-4290 or Tom Panelas 773 955-0122. http://www.chessteachers.org.
• Chicago Academic Games League A committee of HPKCC, this program brings kids from several schools to the UC Lab School monthly for math game teaching. Participating schools must cosponsor and provide a teacher. Study after school. Contact University of Chicago Community Service Center 5525 S. Ellis, suite 160. (773) 753-GIVE. ucsc@uchicago.edu. Wallace Goode, wgoode@uchicago.edu.
• Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture. 1515 E. 52nd Place, 2nd floor (access from near back of Mellow Yellow), and other locations, Chicago, IL 60615
  (773) 773 363-1312 or 620 245-7692. Fax 7733 363-1150.
  Purpose: Experiential education, counseling/mentoring and other social services particularly for college aged.
  Scott Chesebro, Executive Dir.
  1515 E. 52nd Place, other locations, Chicago, IL 60615. 1-800-747-6059, (773) 667-6419, others. fax: (773) 363-1150.
  http://www.chicagocenter.org, http://www.urbanlifecenter.org. info@chicagolifecenter.org, althea@chicagocenter.org.
  Purpose: Open classroom, counseling and other social services, internships. Celebrated 35 years in June 2006.
  We're a nonprofit experiential educational organization in Hyde Park.
  Urban Life Center engages college students with Chicago's diverse communities through innovative seminars and internships, expanding the traditional classroom through an experience-based, first-voices pedagogy.
  Urban Life Center also designs day to week-long LearnChicago! tours and workshops to teach groups about the city's cultures and communities.
• Chicago Child Care Center (CCCS)- see in the basic section. Includes joint program with Hyde Park Art Center.
• Chicago Children's Choir-/Hyde Park Neighborhood Choir. Afterschool, Choir Academy of CCC a CPS charter school, performing choirs. (afterschool at hq, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, 312 849-8300 x250 or x 10. Academy 773 890-4720. Local center is at First Unitarian Church, 5650 S. Woodlawn. ) http://www.ccchoir.org. Founded in Hyde Park in 1956, the Choir is a pioneer in multiracial, multicultural choral music education. The Hyde Park Neighborhood Choir is one of the CCC's 6 afterschool programs. For children 9-16/ 8-18 from all areas of the city with several area centers, the Choir performs in the Chicaogland are and far afield. Open auditions for new members are held in September, (neighborhood afterschool in September, January and June by appointment. The Choir works in 46 schools offering Afterschool programs in seven neighborhoods and teh internationally acclaimed Concert Choir. The Neighborhood Choir is featured in annual holiday performances. Davin Peelle Dir (dpeelle@ccchoir.org). Contact Jane Jacobsen, jjacobsen@ccchoir.org. Contact number 312 849-8300. Afterschool 312 849-8300 x250, academy 773 890-4720) http://www.ccchoir.org. Other contacts Davin Peelle, and Molly Stone. After school in Hyde Park. Celebrating 50 years living both diverse community and youth development, bringing together communities and the city through all kinds of music including high quality classical. Ensemble and individual training. Or contact Cece Hill at 312 849-8300 x 14 or chill@ccchoir.org.
  Open auditions in September, January: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 and 6:30 pm. Chicago Children's Choir rehearsal schedule. Open auditions for Neighborhood Choir through September, boys and girls aged 8-16. Schedule and audition at 312 849-8300. Rehearsals M an Th 4-6.
  Tuition is on a sliding scale. Accessible by public transportation.
• The Chicago Djembe Project and Hooked on Drums. Drumming classes and performances at KIPP Ascend, Harvard, NKO. Victory, McCorkle, Lab School elementary schools, Kennicott Park, Dunbar Park, Little Black Pearl, Bud Billiken. M. Jim Banks, , now activities hq. at Kennicott Park Fieldhouse, 4434 S. Lake Park, Room 211, 60653. 773 251-8067- Note new numbers below. http://chidjembe.com, manager@chidjembe.com.
  If you've received our emails from Hooked On Drums info@hookedondrums.org address, please note that you'll also be getting mail from the Chicago
  Djembe Project address, manager@chidjembe.com.
  Hooked On Drums is our 501(c)(3) non-profit, bringing the life-changing power of African drumming to Urban Youth through classes, residencies and performance training. Chicago Djembe Project is our still-ongoing platform for adult classes, and performances by the CDP Ensemble.
  HOOKED ON DRUMS
  African Drumming for Urban Youth a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization 773-643-8204 € info@hookedondrums.org http://www.hookedondrums.org
  In partnership with CHICAGO DJEMBE PROJECT West African Djembe Drumming Classes & Performances 773-643-8204 manager@chidjembe.com
  http://www.chidjembe.com/
  The Chicago Djembe Project/West African Djembe Drumming Classes and Performances. Associated with Hooked on Drums/African Drumming for Urban Youth. Lillian Friedberg, Ph.D., Artistic Director, Jim Banks manager@chidjembe.com. 773 643-8204. Also given as 773 251-8067.
• Chicago Freedom School has just relaunched Communiversity, offering five courses this spring for youth and adult community members. These innovative courses offer opportunities to learn about the history social justice movements and moments in intergenerational settings. Please consider taking a class and/or forward to your networks...we need your support! Empowering Youth, Fighting Oppression, Honoring the Past. Includes connections to music movements.
  The brochure and the registration form can be downloaded at http://chicagofreedomschool.org/initiatives/education. The course listings are also at the bottom of this email. Do let me know if you have any questions. Mia Henry, Director, Chicago Freedom School, 719 S. State St, 3N Chicago, IL 60605, 312.435.1201, www.chicagofreedomschool.org.
• Chicago Music Association (Branch #1 of National Assn. of Negro Musicians). Junior and Youth branches work with local providers such as Hyde Park Suzuki and faith congregations and schools to coach and promote and award youth, including performance opportunities in public concerts. Lucinda Ali-Landing, William Burnside. chgomusicassn@aol.com, http://www.chgomusicassn.org. c/o South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 South Shore Drive 60649.
• Chicago Public Schools. See in next section, including After School Matters.
• Chicago Sinfonietta. Hyde Park founded and dedicated to opportunity for musicians of all races and ethnicities and for all and youth to enjoy classical and other quality music. Performs frequently in Hyde Park. It has Sinfornietta Student Ensemble-Youth and Diversity Program including directly in schools, other major school and youth outreaches, and is supported inter alia by fundraiser-holding Southside Friends of the Chicago Sinfonietta. Southside Leaders include Doris Meritty (president), Elizabeth Wilkins (founder), Linda Tuggle. Paul Freeman, Music Director Emeritus. Jim Hirsch exec. dir. 70 E. Lake St. #226, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 236-3681, http://www.chicagosinfonietta.org.
  Also has Project Inclusion Musicians of Color Mentoring Program in which youth work as apprentices directly in orchestra and ensemble. The small groups will present their concerts in such venues as South Shore Cultural Center (partner of the Advisory Council) and others. Renee Baker, Sinfonietta Vice Chair, is leader of this program- reneebaker@comcast.net.
• Chicago Storytelling Guild. http://www.storytelling.org/guild, www.storytelling.org/ChicagoStorytellingGuild. Meets for training, program development, and to hear/tell stories 3rd Tuesdays at Oriental Institute, 1155 E. 58th St. Call Jeff Solotoroff, jeffro1165@yahoo.com, Gloria Needlman, gneedlman@sbcglobal.net, or Judith Heineman, juhestories@aol.com. http://www.storytelling.org/guild. Holds Telebration Sunday before Thanksgiving at Oriental Institute or Experimental Station or as designated. www.storytelling.org/ChicagoStorytellingGuild.
• Chicago Youth Centers, Elliott Donnelley and Price 21st Century- see in preceding sections.
• Chicago Youth Programs. 5350 S. Prairie 60615. 773 924 0220. Contact jredmond@chicagoyouthprograms.org. http://www.chicagoyouthprograms.org. To improve the life opportunities and health of at-risk youth in the Washington Park, Cabrini-Green and Uptown areas using a comprehensive approach aimed at developing capabilities. The primarily volunteer staff works through tutoring, free healthcare, recreation, cultural activities, and career placement. 85% are placed in college or trade school, 94% retention rate, almost 0% pregnancy.
• Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras. 410 S. Michigan ste. 833, Chicago, IL 60605. General Manager at 312 939-2207 x23. http://www.cyso.org. Serves all areas in the metropolitan area. Need-based scholarships are available. Audition based. Boasting more than 60 years of outstanding music making, CYSO is where the Chicago area's best young musicians begin their journey to become the classical musicians and leaders of tomorrow. Often go into schools to instruct, hold concerts for students of those schools at several venues.
  Offered: Five orchestras that offer outstanding ensemble experiences for students of all levels: Preparatory Strings (elementary), Debut Orchestra (5th to 9th grades), Concert Orchestra (advanced middle and high school ), Symphony Orchestra (advanced high school), and Encore Chamber orchestra (select members of the Symphony Orchestra). Also offers music theory classes adn extensive chamber music opportunity. Need-based scholarships.
• Children's Rendez-vous. After-school program, half-days and holidays for ages 5-15. Part of the KAM-Isaiah Israel school program. Summer camps in August. 5039 South Greenwood. http://www.crv-hydepark.com. Catherine Celimene, 773 330-0277. ccelimene@crv-hydepark.com.
• Chicago Wisdom Project. http://www.chicagowisdomproject.org. info@chicagowisdomproject.org. Affiliated with a national network, this is a suite of programs and a charter school that seeks to engage youth and children in creative projects so they will create their own culture and contribute to the community's wisdom and culture. It is not yet in this area but is working with the Op Shop cooperative seeking a youth community arts and learning space. Executive Director Theodore Richards.
• OUT OF BUSINESS- Chocolate Chips Theater Company. Outside of area but acts in a broad part of the South side. Committed to promoting and preserving Black cultures past and present through diverse programs for young people ages 3-17 while remaining accessible to, and enjoyable by, all ages. Nodra Brooks Blakely. 836 E.87th. Chicago, IL 60619, 773 994-7400, nbbme@aol.com. http://www.chocolatesweb.org.
• CircEsteem. At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. http://www.circesteem.org. CircEsteem is an exciting program that gives kids the opportunity to “clown around” while developing balance, flexibility and hand-eye coordination. Students in CircEsteem will be introduced to a variety of skills including: juggling, plate spinning, globe walking, tight wire and much more! CircEsteem classes give every student a chance to shine in the center ring while building confidence and working as a team. All levels welcome and encouraged. Classes run for 1 hour on a weekly basis for 8-week sessions.
  CircEsteem (k-6 gr)
  Tuesday 4 - 5 pm
  10/16 through 12/15 (no class 11/20)
  Cost: $200/ session
  Stop in or e-mail info@hpnclub.org to request an enrollment form
  Our Mission Since 2001, CircEsteem’s mission has been to unite youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and help them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts.
• Columbia College Summer Arts Camp. Includes a 6 week summer program for grades 3-8, month-long for sophomores, juniors. 600 S. Michigan. Lori Seidermann, 312 344-7574, lseidermann@colum.edu. summercamp@colum.edu.
• Blues Camp Columbia College with Fernando Jones, July 4-9. Grades 6-12. Learn to play with the best and in ensembles at the various famous blues venues and more. Anchored in Columbia College, 1014 S. Michigan. http://www.BluesKids.com. It covers guitar, bass, voice, percussion, harmonica, keyboard, brass, songwriting, live performance, and digital audio recording. Most of the auditions have already passed- remaining May 22, 120 an at Columbia 1014 S. Michigan, June 3 7 pm at Guitar Center 4271 W. 167th in Country Club Hills 708-799-0315, and June 5, 2 pm at Chicago Federation of Musicians, 656 W. Randolph Suite 2W 312 784-0063. Make appointments via BluesNewz@aol.com, 312 369-3229.
  There is also a free teacher workshop with CPDU credits on using the blues to improve literacy and help close the achievement gap: Music as a Second Language- Wednesday July 7 3:30-5:30 pm a Columbia College.
• Community Film Workshop of Chicago. Provides 16m film and digital media classes. Since 1971 quality hands-on education, small class size, individualized instruction, and cooperative learning. Multicultural and represents a wide spectrum of age, educational background and experiences. Margaret Caples, 6200 S. Drexel Rm 200, Chicago, IL 60637, 773 572-9335, mcaples@cfwchicago.org. http://www.cfwchicago.org.
• Community Jam is a weekly jam session\music improvisation class, open to the public but targeted toward middle and high school age students from the community. May be in the Woodlawn Collaborative facility at 6400 S. Kimbark. Check with University Community Service Center for contacts, 773 753-give or search UC website for registered student organizations.
• Cooking-Culinary- See South Shore/Washburne
• Court Theatre. 5535 S. Ellis. 773 753-4472, 773 702-7005. http://www. courttheatre.org. Cree Rankin? Education Director. Court Theatre is a nationally celebrated professional center of excellence for classic theater at the University of Chicago. Since 1955, Court Theatre has been driven by its mission to discover the power of classic theater. Every Court production is produced in a fresh, innovative, and unexpected way that honors the historical importance of the play while exploring its contemporary relevance. Works extensively with schools, some of which get to use the Court stage. 3000 area students per year are in its high school matinee and in-school residencies. In December holds a free festival of Chicago High School Theater using works or performers of Curie, King, and Kenwood high schools.
• Deeply Rooted Productions. Chicago's premier contemporary dance theater steeped in the African-American aesthetic. To share with the public its philosophy and understanding of dance and its profound effect in cultivating human potential. Performances in many South Side locations including South Shore Cultural Center, training, and community outreach. Kevin Iega Jeff Artistic Director, Gary Abbott? Assoc., Angela Patman. 218 S. Wabash, 3rd floor, 60604. 312 913-9773. Located (also?) in and associated with eta at 79th and Stony Island. http://www.deeplyrootedproductions.org. info@deeplyrootedproductions.org.
• Digital Youth Network. 1050 E. 47th St. Akili Lee (? alee@ueischools.org?). Digital Youth Network trains youth in schools including Kenwood Academy in media productions and arts ranging from the bits and final productions to producing their own portfolios and resumes. http://www.Iremix.org.
• DuSable Museum of African American History. 740 E. 56th Pl. 773 947-0600. Contact Stephanie Davenport, sdavenport@dusablemuseum.org. http://www.dusablemuseum.org. Almost every weekend programs for children, also when school is out such as Coca Cola Penny Cinema. More in Museum section below. Dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, interpretation and dissemination of the history and culture of Africans and Americans of African decent. Through exhibitions, archives and a diverse array of education programs. Watch for the history vans!
  TEEN DOCENTS SOUGHT FOR JOBS, TRAINING FALL 2013.
• Faithful Few (The). Founded in 2005. Hyde Parker Denard Jacox, Director. 1448 E. 52nd St. #164, 773 834-6722. Also given as 773 426-3472. But its website gives at least for gifts C/O LaDonna McCormick, Secretary, 3629 South Indiana. djacox@hotmail.com. faithfulfew1986@hotmail.com. Works using volunteers including with children with attention deficit and hyperactivity or bipolar disorders. Works holistically including through one on one mentoring, softball and work with YMCA, Chicago Park District. One event is teaming up with Broken Arrow for family horseback riding and festival in Washington Park. Also dedicated to keeping girls off the streets. Works with The Woodlawn Collaborative.http://www.faithfulfew.org.
  Faithful Few has now expanded its male teen softball recreation and mentoring program to girls basketball GOTS (which see). For both genders, th program offers sports, life skills such as cooking, self-defense and experiences such as Air and Water Show, flying with Tuskegee Airmen. Funding from several Booth Business School professors at U of C.
• Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House. 5757 S. Woodlawn. 708 848-1976. There were opportunities for kids 5th through 10th grades from local schools to become junior docents. Other learning opportunities. Whether due to construction and change of focus these opportunities will return remains uncertain. http://www.gowright.org. http://www.wrightplus.org. Cheryl Papier, spapier@gowright.org.
• Future World Learning Center. 1744 E. 55th St. Charisse Parham-Kitover. Includes computer training for kids, "Chicago Kids Got Talent" tv show on CAN-TV and much more. Summer School and after-schol K-6. http://www.fwkidz.org, http://www.chicagokidsgottalent.org. 773 256-1570, details at 312 719-4907.
  Before and after school centers- partnering with computers in park fieldhouses, internet fun learning, afterschool homework help using computers and competition and teaching blitz math, speed reading, photo/graphics, website creation. Can be affordable or free.
• Gallery 37. Ages 14-21. Hands-on arts programs and job-training including apprenticeships and internships in arts etc. entrepreneurship, art, sports, technology, communications. Downtown or remote sites. Lots of partners. Storefront Theater, World Kitchen, Downtown Sound, artScape Chicago, Advanced Art Education including HHW Vocal Arts Ensemble. Dance, murals, graphic design apprenticeships. Much is in schools via After School Matters, such as Kenwood Academy. http://www.cityofchicago.org/gallery37center. http://www.afterschoolmatters.org/programs/gallery37. http://www.37advanced.org/perform.html. (See also After School Matters; call 773 533-2108) 66 E. Randolph, 4th floor, 60602. 312 744-4182, 312 774 8925. David Sinski, 312 744-8925, d.sinski@cityofchicago.org. asm@cityofchicago.org.
• Gary Comer Youth Center. Out of area but lots to do there. An environment where young people are exposed to six primary program tracks: academics, health and nutrition, college/career prep, athletics-fitness, civic engagement, arts-culture. Utilizes mentorship, classroom instruction, real world experienced and technology. Ayoka Samuels, 7200 S. Ingleside, 60619, 773 358-4085, asamuels@gcychome. http://www.gcyconline.com.
• GenTech Experiential Camp at U of C- grades 2-12: learn Digital Media & Technology through:
  Video Game Design 3-D Printing Toys for Games Robotics 2- and 3-D Animation Candy, Cheese & Chocolate Making Rocketry XBox Game Creation Creating the Animated Cartoon Architecture And More!
  June 24 - July 3 8 am - 6 pm (No Charge for Extended Hours!)
  July 8 - July 19 Thru March 31, 2013 DOUBLE GRANTS
  July 22- August 2 Tuition reduced from $550 to $350 per week!
  August 5 - August 16 6 months to pay with "Bill Me Later"!
  To take advantage of this offer and reserve your grant monies:

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  3. You will receive a PayPal invoice for $210 plus $100 deposit per week of registration. To request a different amount, simply call GenTech at 773-324-7772.

• Global Girls Inc. Global Girls is a youth development organization that uses performing arts to engage girls 8-18 in the exploration of their issues and then develop their findings into performance pieces. Our girls also learn about girls' issues in other countries from around the world. Marvinetta Woodley-Penn, 7655 S. Ingleside, 60619, 773 488-7557. globalgirls@globalgirls.net. http://www.globalgirls.org.
• The Good Lyfe is a non-profit organization committed to teaching youth the importance of loving themselves and the world around them through the medium of visual arts. For information, contact The Woodlawn Collaborative or if a campus organization, check with University Community Service Center for contacts, 773 753-give or search UC website for registered student organizations.
• History Fairs/ Chicago Metro History Education Center. 60 W. Walton 60610, 312 255-3661. http://www.chicagohistoryfair.org. info@ChicagoHistoryFair.org. Coordinates and awards fairs and competitions in schools, areas, region and to state similar to science fairs. Must have a teacher sponsor in school. Annual awards lunch with prizes. Hyde Park Historical Society gives additional awards and holds student-teacher presentations- http://www.hydeparkhistory.org.
• Higher Learning Network NFP. Coaches and provides entry for youth to get on and develop marketing and production skills in broadcasting. Partners. PO Box 118305, Chicago, Il 60611, 312 409-6619. http://www.HigherLearningNetwork.org, facebook, www.myspace.com/HigherLearningNetworknfp, http://HigherLearningNetworknfp.blogspot.com.
• Hooked on Drums- aka Chicago Djembe Project, see above- new links. Programs and performances in West African drumming for youth aged 5-18, generally performances through parks, schools, community organizations. http://www.hookedondrums.org. 6014 S. Ingleside. Jim Banks/Lilian Friedberg, 773 643-8204. Has a new studio in Kennicott Park, 4434 S. Lake Park, 2nd floor room 211, 773 643-8204. info@hookedondrums.org.
  friedberg@hookedondrums.org. Works in lots of schools, parks.
  http://www.hookedondrums.org. info@hookedondrums.org. New business address: 2849 E. 93rd St., Chicago IL 60617. Office: 773-221-6845
  President: 773-251-8067 Executive Director: 773-251-8448.
• Hyde Park Allegro Music Camp. August 2- 13 2010. Two weeks of Hyde Park Allegro Music Camp at Rockefeller Chapel for kids 6011. With Fackenthal Piano Studio. 9:30 am-1 pm. No formal training required. Daily instrument demonstrations-- not every place has a carillon or one of the largest organs in Chicagoland), lessons, fundamentals, participation in children's choir, handbell choir, instrument making, outdoor folk dancing. http://www.web.me.com/dlfpiano click Music Camp 2010.
• Hyde Park Art Center. 5020 Cornell. 773 324-5520. Kate Lorenz, Director; Crystal Pernell; Ray Yang Program Director. http://www.hydeparkart.org. generalinformation@hydepark.org. Days-off and afterschool and summer camps and classes. Through studio classes, extensive community outreach including murals and mosaics, and gallery exhibitions including bringing school and local collaborative sets of works into the galleries, the Hyde Park Art Center offers the community opportunities to explore new avenues of creative expression. In the HPAC studios, professional artists work directly with people of all ages. HPAC classes range from drawing and painting to collage, ceramics including mosaics, photography, and more. HPAC also hosts a variety of after school programs. During the school year, "Days-Off School" workshops entertain and educate students on vacation days. HPAC runs 16 popular art-based quarterly and summer camps. HPAC provides home-schooled youth with custom arts programming. Schedule on the website. Teachers and professional artists work with teachers and classrooms (and with park programs) on school-specific and community-wide arts projects such as murals, mosaics, and sculpture.
  2008: June 16, Monday through September 5, Friday. Hyde Park Art Center's Creativity Camps. Visual arts, theatre arts and outdoor play! One and two week sessions for ages k-6 and up. New Digital Video. Register at 773 324-5520. The Center is at 5020 S. Cornell. Prices range from free to $160-$290 for camps and multi-week.
  The Youth Art Board is a group of teens from Kenwood Academy and King College Prep that explore topics and techniques in the arts and acts as Hyde Park Art Center's conduit to the teenage experience. It puts on exhibits.
  Mycelia Project (Emmanuel Pratt)-- an innovative and educational collaboration with Chicago Public Schools, Urban Gateways, and the Woodlawn Community Development Corporation + that promotes learning focused on food, soil, water and energy sustainability. Projects at Hyde Park Art Center through Sept 30 2011.
  Summer Creativity Camp New Art Explorations 2010. 5 weekly sessions and two mini camps. Grades re-1, 2 and 3, 4 and 5. $600 to $650, discounts, minicamps $350-375, aftercare available with cost. Also a camp fo kids aged 10 and up. Subjects include various visual arts in the morning and theater arts in the afternoon. Includes stop motion animation, printmaking, guerilla art, video, models and miniatures, scrolls and screens, still life, digital photo, costumes, printmaking, comics, metalsmithing. June 14-September 3. Reg. opens c. April 25, deadline for discount June 7? Ray Yang, ryang@hydeparkart.org.
  Ask for the person now handling education. Hyde Park Art Center continues its vigorous involvement with schools, most recently starting projects at Canter (mural) and Ray (documentary for new media yearbook). Projects last 8 weeks to a year and are in addition to short and long classes in the Center.
• Hyde Park Community Players. 2012 September 17, Monday, 4:15-5:45 pm and Tuesday and Mondays and Tuesdays through October 30. Hyde Park Community Players children's theater training led by actor and school teacher Bill Hohnke. After school for 2nd-5th graders. Registration begins Sept. 4- get details at http://www.hydeparkcommunityplayers.org. (President Paul Baker). Held at Joan's Studio for the Performing Arts, 1438 E. 57th St. $250.
• Hyde Park Jazz Festival is a learning opportunity, and has some volunteer opportunities for youth. The Kenwood and U-High jazz groups will be performing. http://www.hydeparkjazzfestival.org. 2009 September 26 11 am-2 am.
• Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. 5480 S. Kenwood, 773 643-4062. http://www.hpnclub.org. Jennifer Bosch acting director, Karen Freeman president, Full suite and variety of programs for children from dance and gym to computers. A stalwart of the community.
  With Children and Youth Services: Hyde Park Neighborhood Club-Museum of Science and Industry After-School Science Club. 25 aged 5-7, 8-10, 10-12.
  Out of School Time, serving 30 ages 13-18. Other kids and teen clubs and activities including financial and citywise literacy. More in in this site's Hyde Park Neighborhood Programs. And Collaborers.
  Your local source for Baby PhD, Lil Kickers, We Got Game and lots more. JUMP Start Dance is now available at the the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. Works with coordinating skills of mostly toddlers and preschool. Thursday mornings at 10:15 and 11:00 a.m
  After School Learning Lab opens Tuesday, September 4 at 3 pm

  Enrichment Classes are new to the schedule this year. hpnc is excited to offer Shakespeare's Youth of Hyde Park and CircEsteem beginning in October. We are looking forward to these exciting new partnerships and hope you'll sign up for the 8-week session. Send an e-mail to info@hpnclub.org to request more information!

  CircEsteem. At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. http://www.circesteem.org. CircEsteem is an exciting program that gives kids the opportunity to “clown around” while developing balance, flexibility and hand-eye coordination. Students in CircEsteem will be introduced to a variety of skills including: juggling, plate spinning, globe walking, tight wire and much more! CircEsteem classes give every student a chance to shine in the center ring while building confidence and working as a team. All levels welcome and encouraged. Classes run for 1 hour on a weekly basis for 8-week sessions.
  CircEsteem (k-6 gr)
  Tuesday 4 - 5 pm
  10/16 through 12/15 (no class 11/20)
  Cost: $200/ session
  Stop in or e-mail info@hpnclub.org to request an enrollment form
  Our Mission Since 2001, CircEsteem’s mission has been to unite youth from diverse racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds and help them build self-esteem and mutual respect through the practice of circus arts.
  
  Shakespeare’s Youth of Hyde Park (SYHP) http://www.shakespearesyouth.com is a non-for-profit acting troupe founded by Lincoln Brown and located in Hyde Park, Chicago. The group is affiliated with the Theater Outreach Program of the University of Chicago and performances are held at Rockefeller Chapel on the University of Chicago campus. The director, Lincoln Brown, teaches at Murray Language Academy, and his wonderful young players come from all over: Murray Language Academy, Lab School, Akiba Schechter, Lindbloom, and more. Classes run for two hours each week for 8-week sessions- AT HYDE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB, 5480 S. KENWOOD.
  SYHP (4th-6th gr)
  Monday 4-6 pm
  10/15 - 12/15 (no class 11/19)
  Cost: $175/ Session
  SYHP (7th-9th gr)
  Wednesday 4-6 pm
  10/15 - 12/15 (no class 11/21)
  Cost: $175/ Session
  Stop in or e-mail info@hpnclub.org to request an enrollment form
  
  Let's Play Music Hyde Park. A program of Old Town School of Folk Music at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, 5480 S. Kenwood. Mondays with Shata, Saturdays with Jamaal. Contact http://www.oldtowntschool.org or 773 728-6000.

• Hyde Park School of Dance. Not for profit. Mariam Thiam, Managing Director. 5650 S. Woodlawn Ave., 60637. 773 493-8498, Fax 773 493-8508. http://www.hydeparkdance.org. For information and programs see preceding entry. Former name: Hyde Park School of Ballet (at the Neighborhood Club- with a host of classes and activities at the Club among so much else at the Club, Union Church and First Unitarian (the main center, Woolman Hall)- 64 classes through advanced workshops! Classes are at all age levels of ballet, flamenco, tap, jazz, modern and creative movement. Includes Tyego Dance Project training. The school is directed by August and Aimee Tye. And it gives regular performances including at the Halloween concert and its own Nutcracker at Mandel Hall, participation in University Symphony programs, and quarterly recitals. (Office: First Unitarian Church, 5650 S. Woodlawn Ave., 60637) 773 493-8498. Contact Ann Billingsley. Sessions as low as $15 per class to $190-300 for 16-18 weeks. http://www.hydeparkschoolofballet.org.
  Tyego Dance Project. The professional performing arm of Hyde Park School of Dance. Founded in 1997 by sisters August and aimee Tye. Ballet, modern, jazz dance, performance art. Youth troupe is called Tyego Next Generation for kids 10-18. 5650 S. Woodlawn, 773 493-8498. http://www.hydeparkdance.org.
  Lango Kids. Foreign Languages for Kids. http://www.LangoChicago.com.
• Hyde Park (Chicago) Storytelling Guild. Provides opportunities to youth as well as adults, including the annual Tellebration. 3rd Tuesday at Oriental Institute, 1155 E. 58th St. 7:30. Judith Hineman, 773 288-7217. http://www.storytelling.org/ChicagoStorytellingGuild/ (alt. url.- ....storytelling.orgs/Guilds/Chicago.)
• Hyde Park Suzuki Institute, Inc. Musical instrument learning. 2 sites, Hyde Park Suzuki classes and concerts have moved to Augustana Church, 5500 S. Woodlawn. 773 643-1388. May still be classes at 4541 S. Lake Park 60653, 773 624-4882. V. Moore. http://www.hydeparksuzuki.com. Lucinda Ali, lali@hydeparksuzuki.com. Preferred email hpsi@hydeparksuzuki.com. Kindermusic, guitar, harp, viola, violin, voice....Founded in 1998 by Lucinda Ali of the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra 1st violin section. 10 teachers. Notes, dynamics and understanding. Parent participation. Quarterly public concert. 8-12-week sessions, tuition $140 to $600.
  HPSI is committed to providing access to high quality musical instruction and performance opportunities to families of our culturally diverse community in Chicago. Our students are encouraged to seek excellence and high musical achievement.
  Programs include Suzuki, Traditional, Kindermusik* through age 3, In-Schools, After-School, Adult and Community music classes. Violin, viola, cello, guitar and piano, chamber music, competition and audition preparation and college preparatory studies. Funded in part by City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs Community Arts Assistance Program and Illinois Arts Council. HPS also has Passport to Music interactive program. Financial assistance is available. Accessible by public transportation.
• Hyde Park Used Book Sale Oct. 10-11-12 and before will have opportunities for youth help. hpkcc@aol.com.
• Hyde Park Youth Symphony. Hyde park Union Church, 5600 S. Woodlawn, 60637. director@hpys.org. http://www.hpys.org. New contacts: Director Chris Ramaekers. 248-935-6694 chris.ramaekers@gmail.com, director@hpys.org. also given as 847-651-5055. Sr, Intermed. orchestras, junior strings. Concerts winter, spring, chamber ensemble solo competition. Auditions in September. Contact Music Director (auditions) 248 935-6694 or auditions@hpys.org. Provides high art experiences to young people on the South Side. The Hyde Park Youth Symphony is a community youth orchestra for string, woodwind and brass players from private, public and parochial elementary and high schools on the South Side. The Symphony provides opportunities for young musicians to play in an ensemble under the instruction of a skilled conductor and professional coaches. Includes performances in such venues as DuSable Museum. Contributions HPYS c/o Sheila Schwartz, 1458 E. 56th St. 60637, info Joyce Norman, 773 562-2369. Note, most currently in the orchestras are from University of Chicago Laboratory Schools.
  The Hyde Park Youth Symphony is a community-based after school orchestra dedicated to providing a high-quality arts experience to children on the south side of Chicago It is comprised of a diverse group of families and musicians aged 7 to 17 from the South Side and suburbs as close as Hyde Park and a far as Beverly, Markham and Frankfort, nurturing in them a love for music that will last a lifetime. Parents seek out the group as a supplemental music program for students who are playing solely on their own or in school band programs. It operates on a sliding scale and helps students enhance their individual and cooperative skills. Auditions are held in September 2008, and the first rehearsal will be September 18th. Scholarships available. Financial assistance is available, and is reached via public transportation.
  Offered: Three ensembles that offer outstanding experiences at all levels: Junior Strings (grades 1-6 with at least 6 months experience), Intermediate Orchestra (grades 5-8 incl. Sats.
• I Twirl Dance. 2013 July 6-August 12 6 weeks. September 9-December 14- 13 weeks. St. Paul and the Redeemer, 4945 S. Dodrchester. $50 deposit. by appointment only. 773 368-4058, facebook.com/itwirldanceprograms, itwirldanceprogams@gmail.com.
• Joan’s Studio for the Performing Arts. 1438 E. 57th St. 774 493-9288. http://www.joansstudioinc.com. Joan Steggemann, joanbyrd@sbcglobal.net. Joan's Studio offers private or group music lessons in brass, drums, guitar, world percussion, conga drums, vibraphone, strings and woodwinds. Dance lessons include ballet, belly dancing, creative movement, modern, yoga and tai chi. Young Players with Hyde Park Community Players' Bill Hohnke school teacher.
• JUSTUSarts. Established in 1991 as a grassroots, arts-based, youth-oriented program. Our mission is to provide literary arts activities featuring poetry, storytelling and drama for community development, diversity outreach and increased academic achievement. Our programs are designed to help increase self-esteem, self-image, communication skills, team work, social responsibility and cultural awareness. Oba William King, 1634 E. 53rd St. #143. 773 288-0800. http://www.storytelling.org/oba. oba@justusarts.org.
• Kalapriya Indian Arts- includes summer Camp (see there). Exploration of India through Dance, Storytelling theater, yoga and music. Prob. at 1438 E. 57th St. Register at http://www.kalapriya.org. info@kalapriya.org, 773 363-9303.
• Kennicott Park fieldhouse, 4344 S. Lake Park Ave., 312 747-7138. Strong in martial arts, weights, gymnastics, cultural/crafts/drama, drumming, gym and ball fields. Mentoring clubs, tennis camps, table tennis, ball fields and leagues. Fieldhouses are in http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Kenwood Park fieldhouse, 1350 E. 50th St., 312 746-5962.
• Kenwood United Church of Christ, 4600-08 S. Greenwood, 773 373-2861. Tutoring, recreation, arts, crafts, Bible class for ages 6-16 Saturday noon-3 pm. http://www.kenwooducc.org.
• Kiwanis Hyde Park Chapter. Info coming. Has Builders Club chapters, in Kenwood Academy(contact Camille Hamilton-Doyle) with After school Matters. starting in Canter Middle School. These 7th and 8th graders develop and carry out various service or achievement projects. (Key Clubs are in high school, not locally, and there is a club set for elementary (not locally).
• Lango Kids. Foreign Languages for Kids. http://www.LangoChicago.com. More info contact Baby Ph D and Lango Belles North Chicago -Tel: 219.614.3322, langobelles@yahoo.com. Foreign languages for the really young. Now has a Hyde Park site in conjunction with Baby PhD Childcare Network (which see) and Hyde Park Neighborhood Club (which see). At Lango your child will learn another language, make developmental strides, explore other cultures and make friends. Our highly engaging language classes use music, games, art and stories to teach kids new languages. We offer language classes at convenient locations in communities around the United States.
  Tot 'N Parent, Preschool, Early Elementary (through age 8), Summer camps (ages 3-8, located in various states but not yet Midwest).
  Early Elementary Language Classes: Our early elementary students learn their new languages through adventures, activities that require increasing levels of engagement and understanding over time, and that reward kids with a feeling of accomplishment. A simple literacy component ensures that these students not only listen, speak, sing and play in their new language, but read and write as well. Lango is proud to partner with dozens of elementary schools nationwide to provide convenient classes to their students.
• Let's Play Music Hyde Park. A program of Old Town School of Folk Music at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, 5480 S. Kenwood. Mondays with Shata, Saturdays with Jamaal. Contact http://www.oldtowntschool.org or 773 728-6000.
• Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center. 1060 E. 47th St. 60653. 773 285-1211. Chief contact and development Chinerya Moody, cmoody@blackpearl.org. Also contact Michael Harris, mharris@blackpearl.org, Zakeya N. Cartman, zcartman.blackpearl.org.
  Director of Development. http://www.blackpearl.org. info@blackpearl.org.
  Visual arts and business training. After school program for youth ages 12-19. Summer program-ages 7-19.
  A major player that has not forgotten its core mission in sophisticated children's learning--including the connection between the art and the business, as well as the craft of arts production. ("Arts=Smarts"). Lots of classes, book and other clubs, and field projects as well as exhibits featuring child group projects exhibitions. Festivals. Exec. Gallery and cafe with jazz Monday evenings. Dir. Monica Haslip- mhaslip@blackpearl.org.
  ***High school after-school program called "Arts = Smarts" is free for students from high risk schools and DCFS children, others $30 per week- painting, drawing, pottery, multimedia, performance. M-Th 4-6 incl. free hot lunch at 3.
  Black Pearl will house in conjunction with Prologue Inc. a new COPS contract/charter school, Joshua Johnson Art and Design Academy to teach the technical side to up to 200 at risk youth ages 17-21.
• Lookingglass Theatre Summer Camp for 9-15 year olds at Promontory Point fieldhouse on the lake. Create an original piece in July to be performed on the mainstage at Water Tower (or as moved to since). 773 477-9257 x193. lookingglasstheatre.org/education.
• M.A.D.D. Rhythms- see in More Afield.
• DISBANDED
  Magic Chicago. 950 E. 61st St. http://www.magicchicago.org. (Metropolitan Area Group for Igniting Civilization) has a number of programs that encourage creativity leadership, entrepreneurship, job readiness, and health including through sports. Founding director Joseph Strickland. Bryan K. Echols, bryane@magicchicago.org. Vanessa Muhammad, 773 290-2313, vanessa.muhammad@gmail.com. Provides tutoring, mentoring, entrepreneurship, and cultural enrichment programs Including in schools such as Hyde Park Academy with After School Matters, U of C. Has as number of Kenwood Students. A non-profit active youth service group based in Woodlawn, whose mission is to organize and mobilize residents of Woodlawn and the surrounding communities to create and stimulate social change. Now also providing health education outreach and seminars to youth and parents (dir. Carlos Meyers), and other fairs. Includes arts such as MAGIC Woodlawn Instrumental Strings Program, Woodlawn Mural Arts Apprenticeship (WMAP); Young, Gifted and Organized; MAGIC Teen Talk Chicago; United Sisters of Civilization; Hip Hop Outreach, Programming and Education (HOPE); MB2015 Campaign; Health and Wellness Initiative. The programs are all in schools or spaces in the communities. Parental involvement is required.
• Marsha's Music Together. With Joan's Studio. Marsha Melsheimer. 1438 E. 57th St. 773-288-3815. Mostly for pre-school age with parents, stressing foundations such as rhythm.http://www.marshasmusic.com.
• Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago. 7127 S. Ellis Ave., 2nd floor, Chicag, IL 60619 (Gary Comer Center). (To open at building on 47th and Greenwood also), Phone: 773 241-6080 x10, http://www.muntu.com. Artistic director Amaniyea Payne. Program contact Lynn Stevenson, lynn@muntu.com. Gen. info@muntu.com. Professional performances worldwide including at DuSable Museum. Comprehensive community arts programs serving thousands of youth and professionally training young and emerging artists. Lessons.
  This year, our Arts for Community Empowerment Program (ACE) served 3,000 children, teachers and parents in schools, park districts, shelters and community organizations throughout the City.
  These programs provided uplifting experiences that helped children to learn about themselves and their own capacities to achieve. Through dance and music, participants gained information about the history and culture of a people. Also featured was the December 2008 world premiere of the new African line dance, Muntu's Juggy Boogie Rock, the "Mujuboo Rock". This choreographic project was conceived by Amaniyea Payne with creative hip-hop infusion from several of the newest members of the company.
  Highlights of the season included the world premieres of two exciting new works."N'Dage Mandingo", which premiered July 2008, was choreographed by Senegalese choreographer Babacar N'Diaye and included new musical arrangements by the Muntu Musicians. Muntu will break ground on its new facility at 47th and Greenwood in 2009. Has received funds for new youth and community engagement initiative for schools and community-based organizations.
• Museum of Science and Industry. 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive. 773 684-1414. http://www.msichicago.org. Includes outreach/camps at such locations as Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, schools. More in preceding section (Science Minors).
  Museum of Science and Industry. Act as an exhibit guide and lead interactive activities. Adults and teens (14-17) must commit to 40 hours a year with no less than one shift every three months, and attend orientation. Also opportunities for youth to train with professionals. Apply online , call volunteer coordinator Rachel Carter at 773 753-1382, or e-mail rachel.carter@msichicago.org. 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, 773 684-1414. http:/www.msichicago.org.
  In progress to May 21. Museum of Science and Industry after School Science Club for grades 3-6. Science related to making movies.
• Music Teachers of Hyde Park. http://www.mthp.org. For information and brochure call 773 895-6083. Contacts Elaine Smith, 773 643-9251 ebspiano@aol.com. Or Elizabeth La Croix, 773 324-6250. info@ mthp.org. Website has a guide to over 50 independent teachers in Hyde Park, Kenwood, and South Shore. Includes performance opportunities such as at Blackstone Library 4th Mondays, summer camp. Website lists over 50 instructors for private and group instruction.
  Music Teachers of Hyde Park. In addition to its full program throughout the year culminating in April Concerto Day and May Performathon charity benefit weekend at Blackstone Library and Montgomery place and Chamber Music Days, the organization runs a Summer Ensemble Fest, a music day camp for students entering grades 6-12, held July 7-17 at the Lab School. Visit http://www.mthp.org. More.
• Mycelia Project (Emmanuel Pratt)-- an innovative and educational collaboration with Chicago Public Schools, Urban Gateways, and the Woodlawn Community Development Corporation + that promotes learning focused on food, soil, water and energy sustainability. Projects at Hyde Park Art Center through Sept 30 2011.
• Nichols Park fieldhouse and gym. 1355 E. 53rd St. 312 747-2703. Heather Kelly Park Supervisor, Sonia Smith. Has quarterly and shorter cycle camps, classes and other programs for kids and youth has well as open basketball nightly. One such program is Say Salsa lessons, 7 pm Tuesdays, more- learn the culture behind the steps. Trained, experienced teacher. All ages. 4 and 8-week sessions. Scrap booking class. Athletics. Break and summer camps. Always full, and programs fill up immediately--check at the fieldhouse and www.chicagoparkdistrict.com frequently for sign ups (some reserved for online, others have people lining up hours ahead of morning in person signup.
• Nu-Stage Theatre Company, 500 E. 67th St. 773 493-0901 offers classes to ages 5-20. Saturdays, $5 reg, $15 per class. Not sure if continues.
• Oriental Institute Museum. 1155 E. 58th St. 773 702-9507. http://oi.uchicago.edu. Tu-Sat 10-6, Wed 10-8:30, Sun. 12-6. Suggested $5. More in Museums section below. Carole Krucoff, director of Education, at oi-education@uchicago.edu, 773 702-9514. Assistant Jessica Caracci, 773 702-9512. Family and children's programs related to the museum's Ancient Near Eastern collection.
• Passport Carriers-(5841 S. Maryland) a group that introduces disenfranchised youth to world cultures-- is getting ready to travel to Kassel, Germany for dOCUMENTA13, the big art show. We are now ready to celebrate and give them a warm send-off. Please join us on Thursday, August 9th, 7:00-10:00pm, as we come together for fun, a raffle, an auction, a youth-led workshop, and so much more. The event is free but donations of any amount are appreciated. Can't make it but still want to help? Please contact Keenan Allen at Keenan.allen@passportcarriers.org. At Little Black Pearl. Co sponsors include Civic Knowledge Project.
• Piano Hands tutoring. Information being sought.
• Project Exploration. 950 E. 61st St. 773 834-7614, fax 663 8334-7625. Science based teaching under among others Paul Sereno, the dinosaur man, and his wife Gabriel Lyons. Not sure if structured during after school hours. http://www.projectexploration.org.
  Be sure to pick up or access via http://www.projectexploration.org /dys.htm their large database of over 150 local and nationwide opportunities, Discover Your Summer. Includes how to prepare applications, interviews.
  Project Exploration is a nonprofit science education organization that makes science accessible to the public--especially minority youth and girls--through personalized experiences with science and scientists. Co-founded in 1999 by paleontologist Paul Sereno and educator Gabrielle Lyon, PE specifically works to create opportunities for meaningful interactions between scientists and the public--especially populations least likely to have direct access to science. It works to equip minority youth and girls with the inspiration and tools to transform their lives...to interact with scientists and to have hands-on experiences...to support lifelong learning, equal access to opportunity, and scientific literacy.
  It does: youth development programs, services for schools and teachers, and public programs such as exhibits and online initiatives. Every year nearly 200...ages 12-17, academically low and middle achievers, low income. Over 5 years 92% graduated from high school, 57% enrolled in a four-year college a third of whom are majoring in science.
  Summer 2012- Environmental Adventurers- study differing groups of bees in Jackson Park with specialist scientists. Project Exploration, a nonprofit science education organization, will be providing a free summer science program to CPS minority students in grades 7-12 in Jackson Park at the end of this month. Attached is a description of the program, called Environmental Adventurers. The students will be conducting fieldwork on native bees alongside two bee ecologists from Northwestern University at Jackson Park during the week. Practice scientific field work. Selection was made May 31, but check anyway- Jameela Jafri, 773 834-3579. Runs July 30-August 3.
• The Revival fall classes for age groups starting at 4 and through teens- improv, story theater, acting.... 2016 fall Reg. now open- visit the-revival.com/classes.
• Robie House- see Frank Lloyd Wright.
• Science Chicago is as consortium of major museums, universities and institutions. It hosts many programs at venues throughout the city, including the major museums, “lab” festivals in parks, Junior Science Café. rsvp@sciencechicago.com, 773 947-3150. http://www.sciencechicago.com. http://sciencechicago.uchicago.edu.
• Shakespeare’s Youth of Hyde Park (SYHP) http://www.shakespearesyouth.com. is a non-for-profit acting troupe founded by Lincoln Brown and located in Hyde Park, Chicago. The group is affiliated with the Theater Outreach Program of the University of Chicago and performances are held at Rockefeller Chapel on the University of Chicago campus. The director, Lincoln Brown, teaches at Murray Language Academy, and his wonderful young players come from all over: Murray Language Academy, Lab School, Akiba Schechter, Lindbloom, and more. Classes run for two hours each week for 8-week sessions- AT HYDE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB, 5480 S. KENWOOD.
  SYHP (4th-6th gr)
  Monday 4-6 pm
  10/15 - 12/15 (no class 11/19)
  Cost: $175/ Session
  SYHP (7th-9th gr)
  Wednesday 4-6 pm
  10/15 - 12/15 (no class 11/21)
  Cost: $175/ Session
  Stop in or e-mail info@hpnclub.org to request an enrollment form
• Smart Museum of Art, the David and Alfred. 5550 S. Greenwood 60637 (Educ. DASM 211). 773-0200, 773 702-4050. http://smartmuseum.uchicago.edu/smartkids/. museum@uchicago.edu. Description in Museums section. Large outreach. Summer Programs, Loren Boylan, 773 702-0200, smart-museum@uchicago.edu. Education Director Jacqueline Terrassa, Mgr. and Asst. Amanda Ruch, Michael Pollard, Loren Boyen. Smart Musuem of Art presents "Art Afternoons" Wednesdays in July and monthly family days at Blackstone or Coleman branch libraries, and frequent joint programs with Oriental Institute. 5550 S. Greenwood. 773 702-2362.
• South Side Free Music Program (SSFMP, also can be found as Woodlawn Free Music Program). Founded by Noah Moskowitz to counter a dearth of music opportunities on the South Side, particularly in schools. Partners 32 UC students with over 60 area elementary an high school students at KLEO Community Life Center (west of Washington Park), Sexton Elementary in West Woodlawn, and Goodspeed Hall (UC Music Dept.). Its purpose is also to better link communities with the University and its resources. Rhythm and audio production are among means used to reach the children. Contact or sign up through their Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Woodlawn-Free-Music-Program/129364237125898.
• South Shore Cultural Academy. Late June-early August, Monday-Friday, 9 am-1 pm. Lots of partners, independent instructors. Dance, theater, music especially strong. Other afterschool. Cooking Academy at Washburne Culinary Institute's South Shore Cultural Center branch. For ages 13-17. 7059 South Shore Dr. 773 256-0149. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. http://www.thespco.org. CONNECT program partners with five local elementary and middle schools to bring professional musicians into the schools. In residence at University of Chicago, programs under auspices of Chicago Presents. Extensive outreach in schools, quarterly family program that includes introduction to the instruments and genres at Mandel Hall on a Saturday morning.
• The Talent Studio in Comprehensive Learning Service, 1652 E. 56th St. (in the Windermere), 312 36307733. Includes small group youth acting classes.
  thetalentstudio.net.
• Timeless Gifts Mentoring Program for the Arts - nonprofit, for ages 8-18. http://www.timelessgifts.org, www.joancollaso.com. Gives young performers the opportunity to participate in a 6-week summer program with world-class performers and technicians in voice, dance, piano, guitar, bass, drums percussion, violin, trumpet, sound engineering, videogdrpahy. Founded by rising diva Joan Collaso (Powered by Action- website not working when tried). Currently at DU SABLE MUSEUM. 740 E. 56th Pl. 773 947-0600.
• Tyego Dance Project. The professional performing arm of Hyde Park School of Dance (q.v.). Founded in 1997 by sisters August and aimee Tye. Ballet, modern, jazz dance, performance art. Youth troupe is called Tyego Next Generation for kids 10-18. 5650 S. Woodlawn, 773 493-8498. http://www.hydeparkdance.org.
• Most U of C youth programs such as in the previous section provide them mainly off school campuses.
  Arts and Public Life- UC- Actors, Teens Art Council, Teen Leaders programs. - get on the list at tinyurl.com/APLedlist. At the Arts Incubator, 301 E. Garfield.
• University of Chicago Civic Knowledge Project: Joannie Friedman, Bart Schultz, Hannah Jacoby and coach Sam Cohn coordinate
  Winning Words: (http://civicknowledge.uchicago.edu/winningwords.shtml). Orate, Debate, and Enact/Verbal Arts for Democratic Practice (The only debate and philosophy afterschool program in CPS), a year-long after-school program for high and middle school students. Other short and extended programs also provide opportunities to experience a college curriculum. Ties to Office of Special Programs. http://civicknowledge.uchicago.edu. 1115 E. 58th St. Walker 009. 773 834-3929. rschultz@uchicago.edu, edudley@uchicago.edu.
  Winning Words on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-IL/The-Civic-Knowledge-Project-Winning-Words/145752131155, Twitter http://twitter.com/winningwords. Dear Friends of the Civic Knowledge Project--Just wanted to let you know that we have some absolutely terrific new interns working for our Winning Words afterschool program (the only philosophy afterschool program in Chicago). They would like you to connect with us on Facebook and Twitter, at:

  Facebook page link: http://is.gd/4Uvr5
  Twitter page link: http://www.twitter.com/winningwords

• University of Chicago Office of Special Programs including PEP (Pilot Enrichment Program) in schools. Run for many decades by Dr. Larry Hawkins. Director Dovetta McKee. Gates- Blake 113, 5845 S. Ellis Av 60637. 773 702-8288, Fax 773 702-0189.
  http://osp-cp.uchicago.edu. PEP serves 70 students of whom 40 are elementary. The program uses recreation to totally engage the student for excellence, from academic to social and behavioral. It is year round. Since 1972, 2,600 have taken advantage of the program and some have gone on to PhD programs. Hawkins insisted on well-rounded students with top academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities, and upon parent participation. Included are classroom instruction, trips to colleges including several living on the UC campus, the opera, museums, events and ethnic restaurants. Allied with the U of C Neighborhood Schools Program and participates in Civic Knowledge's Winning Words.
• University of Chicago/Lab School Summer Programs, SummerLab. Ned Reece, Dir. Auxiliary programs, 773 834-7766, nreece@ucls.uchicago.edu.http://ucls.uchicago.edu. Or http://summerlab.org. Stage, summer school, sports, field study. Full or part day, all ages. Often a large theme.
• U of C Splash and Cascade immersion classes- see in section above.
• University Theater. http://ut.uchicago.edu. Student-run training workshops that teach the basics of acting and improvisation. RC 301, 5706 S. University. 773 702-3414.
  UT/TAPS Teaching Lab Collaborations (TLC) dedicates itself to the exploration of the arts in education by developing replicable, co-curricular programming and creative, thoughtful teaching artists capable of addressing the specific needs of the urban classroom.
• Urban Aspirations. Young Natives Student Jam Sessions is one of their programs, summer and school year. "Young Natives" Student Jam Sessions is an open jam session for Chicago area student jazz musicians from elementary to college age and young adults. Perform in various venues throughout the year. Urban Aspirations enters into partnerships with various civic organizations, which are amenable to network unknown Chicago artists, provide free rehearsal space and venues to help artists with all aspects of their craft.
  Thus, allowing the artists to work on new ideas as well as build upon existing ones. Purpose:
  The purpose of Urban Aspirations’ is to allow unknown local music artists an opportunity to generate a presence, increase their fan-base, and promote their music in the various communities that make up the diverse parts of the City of Chicago through partnerships with various organizations within Chicago. Urban Aspirations is looking forward to continuing an ongoing relationship with Chicago’s four major municipal institutions such as the Chicago Public Library, Chicago Public Schools, City Colleges of Chicago and the Chicago Park District in order to continue to bring accessible, quality and intelligent entertainment to Chicago’s inner-city communities.
  Mission Statement:
  The mission of Urban Aspirations is to assist in facilitating the aspirations of Chicago’s urban artists through partnerships with the Chicago Park District, City Colleges of Chicago, private and corporate organizations that allow aspiring artists to create, develop, enhance, and promote their music within the urban community and environment.
  ***Urban Aspirations has now extended it's website to all local Chicago performing artists on "our artists" page. Please contact marcus@urbanaspirations.org for details.***
  Urban Aspirations, 28 East Jackson # 10 B843, Chicago, IL 60604.
  http://urbanaspirationsfromthemouthsofbabes.blogspot.com (that website currently has events. More general, though partial website at http://www.urbanaspirations.org.
• Urban Life- See Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture.
• Urban Solutions. Addressing the challenges of tomorrow our youth face today. Urban Solutions (US) is a not-for-profit organization established in 1994. Our mission supports the development of inner city youth by providing training and support resources designed to strengthen their academic, employment and life skills. US implements programs designed to: build and improve the current academic skills of program participants, while also preparing them for college; develop the work and life skills of youth; and build youth leadership through youth development activities. To date, US has served more than 1000 youth, ages 15 – 19 years old, who reside in the Kenwood/Oakland/Grand Blvd., Woodlawn, Auburn-Gresham, Washington Park, Douglas Park, Chatham, Garfield Park, and Englewood neighborhoods of Chicago.
  For eight years, US operated the Youth Employment Program (YEP), which was initially the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Due to its overall success, SYEEP became the Youth Employment Program (YEEP), and began operating as a year round program in 1999. In 2000, an educational initiative was added to this program, and it became the Youth Employment and Education Program (YEEP). This flagship program has since been named the Pathways to Excellence, and restructured to provide a more holistic experience for participants. In addition to the Pathways to Excellence program, US currently offers four other after-school youth development programs: 21st Century Learning Center at The DuSable Campus, Say It Loud Radio and Television Broadcasting program, CINEMA Youth Digital Filmmaking program, and Faces of Youth Empowerment. CPS Partner: Dyett High School. 1326 S. Michigan Ave, 60605. 312 408-1102, fax 312 408-1127. info@urbansolutions.org. http://www.urbansolutionschicago.org.
• W.A.Y. acting classes for kids after school in 4-week sessions ($185) Mondays at HP Neighborhood Club- Ages 5-9 4:30, ages 9-13 5:30, ages 14018 6:30. . Or Saturdays, 10 am, 11, 12.Auditions required. Jossie Thacker, justjossie@bellycreate.com, 929-256-2303.
• CLOSED. The Woodlawn Collaborative. Just starting up; its capacity to host youth, which will be through partners-- many in these lists-- may be in the future.
  The Woodlawn Collaborative is establishing an umbrella and a shared space venue and backoffice of students and Chicago South-side residents and organizations to work on collaborative art, intellectual, service and pedagogical initiatives, in partnership with First Presbyterian Church (64th St. and Kimbark Ave.) and the U of C. We aim to create a vibrant cultural center, in partnership with students, artists, educators and members of the Woodlawn community, creating ways to intersect art, education, and community service. Please contact us at woodlawn.collaborative@gmail.com to get FAQ. Caitlin, cmkearney12@gmail.com or Matea Varvodic, mvarvodic@gmail.com. http://www.woodlawncollaborative.org. We are now accepting project proposals. 6400 S. Kimbark.
  The Woodlawn Collaborative is a shared space of students and Chicago South Side residents for collaborative work on artistic, educational, and community service initiatives, in partnership with First Presbyterian Church and the University of Chicago. The Collaborative aims to created a shared space for arts, education and community empowerment in the Woodlawn neighborhood, to make possible a more critical engagement with the issues that affect participants' lives, and give them the tools to effect meaningful progressive change. In this way, we will serve as the incubator for a new generation of Chicago artists, activists and social thinkers. Programming began in October, 2009. For Youth: arts, music, leadership training, and youth empowerment, based on partner groups. For artists and musicians: these are invited to share their skills through exhibition, workshops, and performance, and later studio space and biweekly musical jam sessions. For Community Members: meeting space, access to resources, partnership opportunities. TWC has spaces, funds being made sustainable, and seek partnerships.
  Some partners: Gingarte Capoeira, The Good Lyfe, Hyde Park Community Players, Hyde Park Learning Resource Center, Jelly, Literacy Works, MAGIC, Queers and Associates, Shower Songsters, Southside Together Organizing for Power, Splash!, SDS, Theater as Weapon, UC Dancers, Woodlawn After School Kids Program (WASKP).
• Young Natives Student Jams- See Urban Aspirations.
• Youth Pride Services (/Center). Note: Affinity Community Services, at University Church, 5650 S, Woodlawn, has separated from this organization.) Youth of gay etc. affiliation or questioning. Serves c. 200 ages 13-19 from HP Neighborhood Club and 49(45- St. Paul and Redeemer?) S. Dorchester. Includes "University" life readiness by age 21, support groups, Frankie the Magazine, YPC Entertainment (which brings in performing artists from major schools and theaters) , advocacy Foundation, trips to affiliate clubs/programs in other cities and other parts of Chicago. Engagement in school, commitment required. youthpridecenter@gmail.com for full prospectus. Office now given as at 1525 E. 55th St. Ste. 312, Anthony Whitfield exec. dir.
  Youth Pride Center Jobs: The Youth Pride Center located in Hyde Park (1525 E 55th Street) is currently taking applications to fill 100 slots for youth who reside on the south side of Chicago who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning or allies (gay friendly). Youth must be between the ages of 16 and 21.
  Applications are available at the Youth Pride Center, Monday - Friday from 3 - 7pm. For more information contact Frank at (773) 690-6790 (cell) or email youthpridecenter@gmail.com. Deadline is May 5, 2010. Youth are paid $9/hour (16-18 year olds), and $11/hour (19-21 years old).
  

Some further afield- academic-cultural

• Abraham Lincoln Center. 3858 S. Cottage Grove Ave., 60653. 773 285-1390. http://www.abelink.org. Contact Rodney Williams, rwilliams@abelink.org
  Programs and services for families and individuals, child development, full and half day. After-school care. Founded in 1882 as a settlement house, ALC provides programs and services that help individuals and families help themselves. While offering a range of programs for people of all ages, ALC features child development programs designed to strengthen parents, families and communities through early education. But full and half-day programs and after school care are available. Adult and Youth Services include programs of academic support, computer training, counseling, advocacy and referral, mentoring programs and interpersonal skills building. ALC programs also address developmental disabilities and has mental health services. Full and half-day.
• After School Matters. Additional Details in following section. Offers teens ages 14 and up hands-on job training in arts, sports, technology, communications and science. 66 E. Randolph St, 4th Floor. Natasha K. Smith. 312 742-4184. nksmith@cityofchicago.org.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago tutors in Hyde Park (and many other) schools with One-on-one watch with each child. 560 W. Lake St., 5th Floor. Art Mollenhauer. 312 727-0637, mollenhauer@bbbschgo.org. http://www.bbbschgo.org.
• Black Star Project. 3905 S. King Drive. Kiersten Rokke, Director of Operations. 773 285-9600. Main office: 3224 S. Prairie, 312 842-3527, http://www.blackstarproject.org. info@blackstarproject.org. Black Star Project Director Philip Jackson, contact Catherine Jackson- Catherine@blackstarproject.org. Includes Black Data Processors Association encourages schools, families, students to participate in its High School Computer Competition. Students learn html, web page design, flow charting, Java, other applications. Started January, 2005. www.bdpa-chicago.org. BSP sponsors many clubs and programs, including at Afrocentric Bookstore, 4655 S. King Dr., and the University of Parenting at St. Paul and the Redeemer. There is a garden to oven learning project at Kenwood Park and St. Paul church. Black Star has undertaken to provide mentors to every African-American high school student.
  College preparation, school based mentoring, parent education, tutoring, fathers club (very big now)
  The Chicago Storytelling Guild meets for training, program development, and to hear/tell stories 3rd Tuesdays at Oriental Institute, 1155 E. 58th St. Call Jeff Solotoroff, jeffro1165@yahoo.com., Gloria Needleman, gneedlman@sbcglobal.net, or Judith Heineman, juhestories@aol.com. http://www.storytelling.org/guild. info@blackstarproject.org. Black Star Project Director Philip Jackson, contact Catherine Jackson- Catherine@blackstarproject.com.
  Also, Black Star's programs are for youth and for parents (based at St. Paul & the Redeemer): 312 842-3527, blackstar2003@ameritech.net. In January 2008 offering free academic and tutoring assessment of students.
  • Summer Parent University and Summer Reading Program
    This summer, we are providing classes for parents
    as we prepare to take our children back to school. Please see the schedule below.
    Parents are also invited to bring their children along for a story-hour during the
    parent sessions.
    Our courses are open to the public. Please call 773-285-9600 to RSVP so we can prepare
    enough materials. All sessions will be held at our office, 3509 S. King Drive, Suite
    2B, Chicago, IL. Additionally, we are asking for, but not requiring, a $5 to $10
    suggested donation.
    Topics include: "Popular Media and Youth Culture" (Aug. 9 , 6:30 pm)
    "Boys to Men: Tips for Single Mothers" (Thursday, August 16, 2007 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.) With Kelly D. Williams
• Boys and Girls Club of Chicago. To learn about nearby, contact Latrice A. Smith, MSW, 550 W. Van Buren St., 60607. 312 235-8007. lsmith@bgcc.org. http://www.bgcc.org. To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
• Centers for New Horizons. Admin. offices: 4150 S. King Dr, 773 373-5700. Director: Sokoni Karanja
  Runs social, afterschool, and preschool/head start programs throughout Bronzeville and beyond. Founded in 1971, Centers for New Horizons is a nonprofit organization that enables children, youth, families to become self-reliant. Providing programs in five locations throughout the Bronzeville and Riverdale communities on the South Side of Chicago, Centers operates programs in Early Care and Education, Family Support, Youth Development, Community Building and Work Force Development.
  In 37 years, Centers for New Horizons has educated over 20,000 young children; encouraged thousands of children and youth to stay in and achieve in school.
• (For college age:) Chicago Center-Urban Life Center. 1515 East 52nd Place Chicago, IL 60615. 1.800.747.6059or (773) 363.1312, info@chicagocenter.org. http://www.chicagocenter.org. Chicago Center equips college students and other participants to learn from diverse urban communities through innovative programs, seminars and internships.The Center expands the traditional classroom with a community-based, first-voice pedagogy that prepares its students for greater self-awareness and global citizenship. Includes Learn Chicago programs- http://www.urbanlifecenter.org/learn_chicago.htm. Scott Chesebro, Exec. Dir., scottc@chicagocenter.org. Althea Conyers marketing and student relations.
• Chicago Freedom School has just relaunched Communiversity, offering five courses this spring for youth and adult community members. These innovative courses offer opportunities to learn about the history social justice movements and moments in intergenerational settings. Please consider taking a class and/or forward to your networks...we need your support! Empowering Youth, Fighting Oppression, Honoring the Past. Includes connections to music movements.
  The brochure and the registration form can be downloaded at http://chicagofreedomschool.org/initiatives/education. The course listings are also at the bottom of this email. Do let me know if you have any questions. Mia Henry, Director, Chicago Freedom School, 719 S. State St, 3N Chicago, IL 60605, 312.435.1201, www.chicagofreedomschool.org.
• The Chicago Storytelling Guild meets for training, program development, and to hear/tell stories 3rd Tuesdays at Oriental Institute, 1155 E. 58th St. Call Jeff Solotoroff, jeffro1165@yahoo.com., Gloria Needleman, gneedlman@sbcglobal.net, or Judith Heineman, juhestories@aol.com. http://www.storytelling.org/guild. Puts on Telebration the Sunday before Thanksgiving at TBA.
• Chicago Youth Centers. Nearest is Elliott Donnelley at 3947 S. Michigan. 773 268-3815, Fax 773 268-2723- an excellent center. Center Director G. Sequane Lawrence, sequane.lawrence@chicagoyouthcenters.org. Main CYC number is 773 468-3357. http://www.chicagoyouthcenters.org. Needing your help also:
  CYC Elliott Donnelley Center and Price 21st Century- Chicago Youth Centers also appeals to mentors to partner schools including Bret Harte and Overton.
  CYC Elliott Donnelley Price 21st Century: At Price Literature and Writing Elementary School, 4351 Drexel. 60653. Resource coordinator Ms. Patricia Flax, call Price at 773 535-1300 or Elliott Donnelley (3947 S. Michigan 60653) at 773 268-3815. Homework help, academic enrichment, mentoring, life skills workshops, cultural and recreational programs, clubs (include hip hop dance, science, mural art, world drama, African or Brazilian/Batucada drum, art of singing, quarterly family night, field trips. Mon-Thurs 2:45-6 pm during the school year.
  Chicago Youth Centers T.E.A.M. School-Based Mentoring Program Visit our website: www.chicagoyouthcenters.org.
  See details.
• Chocolate Chips Theater Company. Theater for young audiences and others reflecting and preserving Black experiences, past and present. Performs throughout the area. Stresses ages 3-17 but for all. Nora Brooks Blakely. 836 E. 87th St. 60719. 773 994-7400. nbbme@aol.com. http://www.chocolatesweb.org.
• Columbia College Summer Arts Camp. Includes a 6 week summer program for grades 3-8, month-long for sophomores, juniors. 600 S. Michigan. Lori Seidermann, 312 344-7574, lseidermann@colum.edu. summercamp@colum.edu.
• Community Film Workshop of Chicago. Provides 16m film and digital media classes. Since 1971 quality hands-on education, small class size, individualized instruction, and cooperative learning. Multicultural and represents a wide spectrum of age, educational background and experiences. Margaret Caples, 6200 S. Drexel Rm 200, Chicago, IL 60637, 773 572-9335, mcaples@cfwchicago.org. http://www.cfwchicago.org.
• Jim Fisher Development Center. An art and cultural center for children 6-14 years old. A full day summer program and after school. Jim and Evelyn McKeown, 6045 S. Indiana, 773 95-0950. jimevmck@sbcglobal.net. http://jimfisher8.tripod.com.
• Gallery 37. Ages 14-21. Hands-on arts programs and job-training in art, sports, technology , communications. www.g37centerforthearts.org. 66 E. Randolph, 60602. David Sinski, 312 744-8925, d.sinski@cityofchicago.org. Look in http://www.cityofchicago.org/gallery37center or http://www.afterschoolmatters.org/programs/gallery37. Gallery 37. Ages 14-21. Hands-on arts programs and job-training including apprenticeships and internships in arts etc. entrepreneurship, art, sports, technology, communications. Downtown or remote sites. Lots of partners. Storefront Theater, World Kitchen, Downtown Sound, artScape Chicago, Advanced Art Education including HHW Vocal Arts Ensemble. Dance, murals, graphic design apprenticeships. Much is in schools via After School Matters, such as Kenwood Academy. http://www.cityofchicago.org/gallery37center. http://www.afterschoolmatters.org/programs/gallery37. http://www.37advanced.org/perform.html. (See also After School Matters; call 773 533-2108) 66 E. Randolph, 4th floor, 60602. 312 744-4182, 312 774 8925. David Sinski, 312 744-8925, d.sinski@cityofchicago.org. asm@cityofchicago.org.
• Gary Comer Youth Center. The center has created an environment where young people are exposed to six primary program tracks: academics, health and nutrition, college and career prep, athletics/fitness, civic engagement, arts and culture. Utilizes mentorship, classroom instruction, real world experience and technology. Ayoka Samuels, 7200 S. Ingleside Ave. 60619. 773 358-4085. http://www.gcyonline.com.
• GOTS- Faithful Few's Girls Off The Streets basketball and other sports program +. (See Faithful Few in various sections for its other programs open to girls.) Active involvement through sports (currently basketball), visits by guest mentors, nutrition classes, tutoring, community service projects. Takes its cue from Michelle Obama to make girls healthy, well-rounded and in a safe environment. Family oriented. Includes Kenwood students. Meets M, W, F 6-9 and select Saturdays in Washington Park Fieldhouse, 5531 S. King Dr. 773 426-3472.
• Grand Boulevard Federation supported education programs. Its focus is greater Bronzeville south to 55th Street. GBF stresses that programs and services be effective and coordinated. Includes asthma outreach and education, Education Organizing and Advocacy, a division of Ceasefire anti violence and Positive Youth Development Initiative. GBF’s Education Initiative operates under the influences of three primary groups of stakeholders: The Education Committee, the Peer Parent Education Network, and our newest, the ‘Education to Success’ Project. Education for Success works in Dyett and Price, including with students, parents and staff, to increase the rate of black male graduation.
  Another set of programs is around Safety Net Works, which creates and holds youth councils and summits (including international) especially for those at risk of violence or in the criminal justice system or dropped out. It helps to get GED et al.
  Positive Youth Development Initiative (PYDI)- PYDI is a youth led initiative that supports youth and adults working together as equal partners to promote opportunities for youth to have positive self expression, positive use of time, and positive participation in civic engagement. We at PYDI dedicate ourselves to helping youth develop their leadership abilities to support the community of Bronzeville. Youth get paid a stipend and have their own lounge.
  4859 S. Wabash 2nd Floor, 60615, 773-548-8140, info@grandboulevardfederation.org.
• Great Books Foundation conducts tutoring and after school sessions in various schools. 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL 60601-2205. 1 9-- 222-5870. www.greatbooks.org.
• Global Girls, Inc. A youth development organization that uses performing arts to engage girls 8-18 in the exploration of their issues and then develop their findings into performance pieces. Our girls also learn about girls' issues in other countries from around the world. Marvinetta Woodley-Penn, 7655 S. Ingleside 60619. 773 488-7557, globalgirls@sbcglobal.net. http://www.globalgirls.org.
• Higher Learning Network NFP. Coaches and provides entry for youth to get on and develop marketing and production skills in broadcasting. Partners. PO Box 118305, Chicago, Il 60611, 312 409-6619. http://www.HigherLearningNetwork.org, facebook, www.myspace.com/HigherLearningNetworknfp, http://HigherLearningNetworknfp.blogspot.com.
• Hooked on Drums- aka Chicago Djembe Project, see above- new links. Programs and performances in West African drumming for youth aged 5-18, generally performances through parks, schools, community organizations. http://www.hookedondrums.org. 6014 S. Ingleside. Jim Banks/Lilian Friedberg, 773 643-8204. Has a new studio in Kennicott Park, 4434 S. Lake Park, 2nd floor room 211, 773 643-8204. info@hookedondrums.org. friedberg@hookedondrums.org.
  A new studio in Kennicott Park, 4434 S. Lake Park, 2nd floor room 211, 773 643-8204. Works in lots of schools, parks.
  http://www.hookedondrums.org. info@hookedondrums.org. New business address: 2849 E. 93rd St., Chicago IL 60617. Office: 773-221-6845
  President: 773-251-8067 Executive Director: 773-251-8448.
• Innovative Media Group, in collaboration with Ray of Hope Center of Arts and CONNECTS@southshore. Has a mainly South Shore youth-run and training record production company aimed at combating youth violence.

  Chicago – December 22, 2009. Ray of Hope Center of the Arts, in association with CONNECTS @South Shore [http://www.connectssouthshore.com], launches a youth-led record label and production company in an effort to help reduce violence among adolescents. Innovative Media Group is a new label operated by community youth, primarily in the South Shore Community. South Shore has been plagued by a stream of homicides involving youth. “Our children deserve much better than this. I feel a sense of shame everyday of my life because of the lack of response and development of solutions to the deadly issues our youth face throughout the city and country,” said Victoria C. Brady, Founder and Executive Director of Ray of Hope Center of the Arts.

  Ray of Hope Center of the Arts [1818 E. 71st St. 773 947-0447] is a teen-focused multi-cultural arts organization that creates innovative programs and delivers authentic performances filled with positive messages that uplift people while transforming lives through the use of visual, media, and performing arts.

  Innovative Media Group is a world premier youth led record label and Production Company that discovers, produces, and markets artists with innovative cross-generational sounds to reach every culture and sub-culture. The company is a component of the organization’s Positive Influence Peer Leadership Program which is a youth leadership and entrepreneur program for teens and young adults, ages 16-24 years old.

  This program is offered in association with CONNECTS @South Shore and the Illinois Safety Networks Program sponsored by the Illinois Department of Human Services. The Safety Net Works (TSNW) is an initiative, comprised of state agencies and community-based organizations, formed to help alleviate violence and killing in communities in Illinois. It combines public and community resources to help young people avoid acts of crime and violence to which they are so vulnerable. CONNECTS @South Shore (Coalition of Organizational, Neighborhood, Network Empowerment through Culture, Talent, and Spirituality) is a TSNW program designed to reduce violence among youth ages 12 to 24 in South Shore. Former IDHS Secretary, Dr. Carol Adams and current CEO of the DuSable Museum of African American History will be honored during the launching of the company as a way to thank her for the pioneering spirit she brought to the Safety Networks program and its youth-oriented initiatives during her tenure with the department. "I am so proud that Ray of Hope Center of the Arts works as a member of CONNECTS @ South Shore to provide positive alternatives for youth and to not only show them, but also teach them legitimate economic development. These young people will learn the true power of their talents and that, in the words of Oscar Brown, Jr., if there ain't no business, there ain't no show,” said Dr. Carol Adams.

  The aim is to initiate a cultural revolution of higher thinking so that youth and young adults can fully understand the important role they play in community and its development, and be empowered to use their voice to speak to the human spirit. “We believe this is possible through our transformative work in the arts,” said Eddie Jones, Vice President of Operations. The young executives involved in the company range in age from 16 – 29 years old and reside in, attend school, attend after school programs, or work in the South Shore community. “This is not just a record label, this is an unstoppable movement,” said 23-year old Cameron Jones, a member of the executive team of the company.

  Innovative Media Group will officially launch on January 30, 2010 with its strong cross-generational message to help create a better community. For more information about Innovative Media Group or Ray of Hope Center of the Arts visit us at www.rayofhopearts.org or contact us at 773-947-0447.

   

   

• Institute for Positive Living. Open Book program is a multifaceted after school program for young adolescents in which participants are engaged in activities that encourage the development of reading, writing and critical thinking skills. Marrice Coverson. 435 E. 35th St., 2nd floor. 60616. 773 924-9803. openbook@ameritech.net. http://www.openbookprogram.org.
• Junior Achievement. Usually via school clubs such as Kenwood, but… 651 W. Washington Street, # 404, Chicago, IL 60661. Phone: (312) 715-1300. Email: mramos@jachicago.org. http://www.jachicago.org. International web http://www.ja.org. Its success is phenomenal.
• M.A.D.D. Rhythms. Chicago's premiere tap dance representative. We are home to the world-renowned M.A.D.D. TAP performance company, the M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy and Jr. Corps. Classes and performance opportunities for ll ages. We are also producers of the Chicago Tap Summit and various boot camps. An Anchor Partner at South Shore Cultural Center Bril Barrett. 7059 South Shore Drive. 773 604-1809. bril@maddrhythms.com. http://www.maddrhythms.com.
• Magic Chicago. 950 E. 61st St. http://www.magicchicago.org. (Metropolitan area Group for Igniting Civilization) has a number of programs that encourage creativity leadership, and health. Founding director Joseph Strickland. Bryan K. Echols, bryane@magicchicago.org. Vanessa Muhammad, 773 290-2313, vanessa.muhammad@gmail.com. Provides tutoring, mentoring, entrepreneurship, and cultural enrichment programs including in schools such as Hyde Park Academy with After School Matters. Metropolitan Area Group for Igniting Civilization is a non-profit active youth service group based in Woodlawn, whose mission is to organize and mobilize residents of Woodlawn and the surrounding communities to create and stimulate social change. Now also providing health education outreach and seminars to youth and parents (dir. Carlos Meyers), and other fairs.
• Project Osmosis/Organization of Black Designers Chicago/Osmosis Education and Mentoring Initiative. email info@ProjectOsmosis. Helps kids with design field and lots more, working with After School Matters. To further design education for underserved minority youth- provides a unique understanding and appreciation of visual arts. Graphic design, architecture, fashion, interior design, multimedia. Maybe after school hours. Sited out of area- 207 E. Ohio #129, 60611 but activities in area. Contact Lisa Moran at 1740 W. 99th St, 60643. Bus. no. 312 933-0582, lisam@projectosmosis.org. http://www.projectosmosis.org.
• Puppetposse. Working to create a consensus-based arts organization comprised of University of Chicago and CPS students holding creative writing and puppetry workshops. Greg Garelas, 4545 S. Shore Dr. (prob. 5454) 60615. 267 968-5860, puppetposse@gmail.com. Reorganizing, recruiting.
• South Shore Cultural Center (use this link to visit the South Shore page for a full panoply of concerts, opportunities and exhibits!). Gallery. School of the Arts: over 70 classes; 773 256-0149. The arts partners programs are now up on the Chicago Park District website. Now in residence South Shore Opera Company of Chicago, which includes youth training and schools outreach. Andrea C. Adams, director. http:/www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. Cooking classes- see Washburne.
• South Side Community Art Center. Faheem Majeed, director. 3831 S. Michigan Ave. 60653. 312 489-6298. faheem@4annesu.com. http://www.southsidecommunityartcenter.com. In the heart of Bronzeville, the Center, founded by Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs and dedicated by Eleanor Roosevelt, grew out of the WPA Federal Arts Project. The SSCAC's mission is to provide art instruction to children and adults, as well as offer exhibition space for Chicago artists. It also serves as a major historical resource for African-American artists and museums around the country, and recently was recipient of a American Express/National Trust grant.
• Southside Family Chamber Orchestra. Familiarizes young people with the music and musical instruments of a symphony or chamber orchestra at an early age. Is composed of multi-cultural and multi-generational members. 4017 S. Drexel Blvd, 60653. 773 874-2128. http://www.grantmame.org/ssfco.htm.
• The Talent Studio/ Comprehenive Learning Services including small group acting classes for ages 7-12. 1652 E. 56th St. thetalentstudio.net. 312 363-7733. thetalentstudio.net.
• Teen Nation. Our mission is to facilitate the educational and artistic development of at-risk youth between the ages of 11-21, of all races, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds that aspire to have careers in the arts. Dee Moore, 4235 S. Prairie, 60637, 773 538-5877, teennation200@yahoo.com.
• The UCW Signature Project. An interdisciplinary program that provides 9th grade students with the opportunity to analyze and take positions on the historical, political and environmental issue that are impacting their community. Jeremy Peters, (UC Charter Woodlawn High) 6420 S. University Avenue 60637, 773 294-2243, jeremypeters@ucw.uei-schools.org.
• Urban Aspirations/Young Natives Student Jam Sessions. More under Young Natives-Urban Aspirations. "Young Natives" Student Jam Sessions is an open jam session for Chicago area student jazz musicians from elementary to college, located on the south side of Chicago, at Washburn Culinary Institute's Sikia Restaurant; Kennedy King campus.
  Ages elementary-young adults perform in various venues throughout the year. Urban Aspirations, 28 East Jackson # 10 B843, Chicago, IL 60604.
  http://urbanaspirationsfromthemouthsofbabes.blogspot.com.
• Urban Gateways Center for Arts Education. All kinds of programs in schools, including instrument donation (x252). Now at 205 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60606, 312 922-0440, www.urbangateways.org.
• Urban Aspirations-Young Natives- . Young Natives Student Jam Sessions is one of their programs, summer and school year. "Young Natives" Student Jam Sessions is an open jam session for Chicago area student jazz musicians from elementary to college, located on the south side of Chicago.
  Ages elementary-young adults perform in various venues throughout the year. Urban Aspirations enters into partnerships with various civic organizations,
  which are amenable to network unknown Chicago artists, provide free rehearsal space and venues to help artists with all aspects of their craft.
  Thus, allowing the artists to work on new ideas as well as build upon existing ones. Purpose:
  The purpose of Urban Aspirations’ is to allow unknown local music artists an opportunity to generate a presence, increase their fan-base, and promote their music in the various communities that make up the diverse parts of the City of Chicago through partnerships with various organizations within Chicago. Urban Aspirations is looking forward to continuing an ongoing relationship with Chicago’s four major municipal institutions such as the Chicago Public Library, Chicago Public Schools, City Colleges of Chicago and the Chicago Park District in order to continue to bring accessible, quality and intelligent entertainment to Chicago’s inner-city communities.
  Mission Statement:
  The mission of Urban Aspirations is to assist in facilitating the aspirations of Chicago’s urban artists through partnerships with the Chicago Park District, City Colleges of Chicago, private and corporate organizations that allow aspiring artists to create, develop, enhance, and promote their music within the urban community and environment.
  ***Urban Aspirations has now extended it's website to all local Chicago performing artists on "our artists" page. Please contact marcus@urbanaspirations.org for details.***
  Urban Aspirations, 28 East Jackson # 10 B843, Chicago, IL 60604.
  http://urbanaspirationsfromthemouthsofbabes.blogspot.com (that website currently has events. More general, though partial website at http://www.urbanaspirations.org.
• Urban Solutions. Addressing the challenges of tomorrow our youth face today. Urban Solutions (US) is a not-for-profit organization established in 1994. Our mission supports the development of inner city youth by providing training and support resources designed to strengthen their academic, employment and life skills. US implements programs designed to: build and improve the current academic skills of program participants, while also preparing them for college; develop the work and life skills of youth; and build youth leadership through youth development activities. To date, US has served more than 1000 youth, ages 15 – 19 years old, who reside in the Kenwood/Oakland/Grand Blvd., Woodlawn, Auburn-Gresham, Washington Park, Douglas Park, Chatham, Garfield Park, and Englewood neighborhoods of Chicago.
  For eight years, US operated the Youth Employment Program (YEP), which was initially the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Due to its overall success, SYEEP became the Youth Employment Program (YEEP), and began operating as a year round program in 1999. In 2000, an educational initiative was added to this program, and it became the Youth Employment and Education Program (YEEP). This flagship program has since been named the Pathways to Excellence, and restructured to provide a more holistic experience for participants. In addition to the Pathways to Excellence program, US currently offers four other after-school youth development programs: 21st Century Learning Center at The DuSable Campus, Say It Loud Radio and Television Broadcasting program, CINEMA Youth Digital Filmmaking program, and Faces of Youth Empowerment. CPS Partner: Dyett High School. 1326 S. Michigan Ave, 60605. 312 408-1102, fax 312 408-1127. info@urbansolutions.org. http://www.urbansolutionschicago.org.
• Voices International Inc. Multifaceted mentoring for female adolescents primarily in the greater Englewood neighborhood. Project activities including cultural and educational events foster leadership and camaraderie, enhance self-concept, self-esteem and optimism, service, academic skills, attainment of short and long-term goals, and exposure to cultural and community resources. Specialized tutoring, international correspondence, parent workshops. Josephine Ansah, PO Box 1745 60690?, 5421 S. Michigan, #2N 60615. 773 259-3167. jansah76@yahoo.com. http://www.usingourvoices.org.
• Washburne Culinary Institute of City Colleges of Chicago (Kennedy King)- regular and community classes continue/return at South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 South Shore Drive. This is one of the best and oldest cooking schools in the country. All community classes meet on Saturdays 10-1 and costs $45. Lower age limit uncertain. Each month a single-day class starts late each month and includes such topics as hearty soups, vegetarian, thrill of the grill, cajun/creole, pickling and canning, Parrot Cage restaurant, Sikia Restaurant African Dishes, Thanksgiving Favorites and more. Contact Continuing Education Department at 773 602-5042. Registration is a t 6343 S. Halsted Building @ room 220.
• YMCA of Metro Chicago- grouped mostly under South Side, although there are others in area esp. Wabash. Steve Dahlin, Interim President and CEO. YMCA Metro plays a significant role in nine community schools in Chicago, serving communities in need. YMCA now focuses, with partners including major businesses such as OfficeMax "A Day Made better", on education and youth development to build strong kids, families and communities. "A Day Made Better" finds ways to make up for and reward the average of $1,200 a year teachers spend from their own pockets in the classroom by bringing supplies and rewarding teachers. The YMCA Community Schools also provide out-of-school programs year round that focus on positive child and youth development, keeping kids safe and families productively engaged. Academic enrichment, personal finance workshops, fitness classes, health clinics.http://www.ymcachgo.org/.
• Young Entrepreneurs and the Arts. Teaches business development skills to street and homeless teens. Katriel, PO Box 490723, 60649, 773 954-5876, katriel_email@yahoo.com.
• Young Natives Student Jams- see Urban Aspirations.

Museums and Centers

• DuSable Museum of African American History. 740 E. 56th Pl., 60637. 773 947-0600.
  http://www.dusablemuseum.org. Director Carol Adams. Contact Stephanie Davenport, sdavenport@dusablemuseum.org. Almost every weekend and often during the week programs for children, also when school is out such as Coca Cola Penny Cinema. Mon.- Sat. 10-5, Sun. noon-5. $3 adults, $2 students and sr. cits., $1 6-13. Sundays free. The DuSable Museum of African American History provides family-oriented events including: Black History Month celebrations in February, and African-American alternative to Halloween, and Kwanzaa in December. Parents can call, x222 for details or request a brochure. Tour and story-telling Wednesdays 10 am for children 3-9.
• Hyde Park Art Center- see in sections above. 5020 S. Cornell, 773 324-5520. http://www.hydeparkart.org. A major mover with lots of classes, outreach including projects in communities. Exhibits are all temporary.
• Experimental Station- see in sections above. 6100 S. Blackstone. http://www.experimentalstation.org.
• Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House. 5757 S. Woodlawn. 773 708-1976. http://www.gowright.org. Wright thought this house his most true expression. And so many including youth author Blue Balliett have fallen in love with it also. Partially restored, it is again expanding programs including those engaging youth.
• Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center. All kinds of classes and projects, including field!! such as mosaics on highways. 1060 E. 47th St. 773 285-1211. http://www.blackpearl.org.
• Museum of Science and Industry. 57th Street at Lake Shore Drive, 60637. 773 684-1414. http://www.msichicago.org. Hours and free days vary through the year. This Museum is the museum for many South Side families. In recent years, the museum staff has worked hard to create programs and demonstrations to enrich the experience of children of all ages visiting the museum. To help parents encourage rather than overwhelm their children, museum staff suggest a relaxed schedule that does not try to include too much.
• Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago. 1155 E. 58th St., 773 702-9514, 773 702-9507 (public programs), 773 702-1845 (schools) . http://oi.uchicago.edu. oi-education@uchicago.edu. Carole Krucoff Dir. of Education. Tu.-Sat. 10-6, Wed. 10-8:30, Sun. 12-6. Suggested $5. Family and children's programs related to the museum's extensive Near Eastern Collection. The Oriental Institute is a world renowned showcase for the history, art and archeology of the ancient (and later) Near East. The Joseph and Mary Grimshaw Egyptian Gallery, featuring a monumental statue of King Tutankhamen, the Persian gallery with its display of golden treasures from ancient Iran, and the Edgar and Deborah Anita Mesopotamian Gallery, with its colossal sculptures from an ancient palace, are all open for visitors. Exhibits on ancient Nubian, Assyria, Turkey and Israel round out the permanent exhibits. The museum offers self-guided Family Activity Cards and computer kiosk interaction. Storytelling, films, hands-on workshops and guided or self-guided tours, as well as theme day programs, festivals, field trips and trips are offered to families, schools and other groups throughout the year. Hands on excavation for 6th grade classes. Loan materials, curriculum guides, teacher workshops, and visits to schools and community organizations are offered. The website has a Kids Corner including "I Read it in the Book of the Dead."
• Robie House- see above and in section above.
• The David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art. 5550 S. Greenwood. 773-0200, 773 702-4540. Lauren Boylan. http://smartmuseum.uchicago.edu/smartkids/. smart-museum@uchicago.edu, smart-education@uchicago.edu. Tu., Wed., Fri. 10-4, Th. 10-8, Sat. & Sun. 11-5, closed Mon. Free. The Smart Museum houses a collection of over 7,500 objects spanning 5,00 years of artistic creation. The collection features modern, contemporary, decorative and East Asian art as well as Old Masters' works. Art Sundays and Wednesdays and the family days (often in conjunction with current exhibits and including tours and a craft activity) take place throughout the year or seasonally, most free and some with a charge.) Drop-off summer workshops. Art Afternoons in the summer on weekends are free and drop- in. Special Exhibition Take a Look Family guides are available free. Families may check out sketch pads and painting and sculpture tool kits. The museum has an extensive and growing outreach program in area public schools( 20-25 schools on th South and Southwest sides) and elsewhere, including SmARTkids@Blackstone Library, (or sometimes Coleman Library) 2nd Sats. 2-4. Summer Programs, Loren Boylan, 773 702-0200, smart-museum@uchichago.edu. One example: Art Afternoons (check website for which): Wednesday.
  

Recreational, Fitness and Athletic (See also the Recreation and Fitness page and the Parks Directory in this website, hydepark.org.) (Contact the District or fieldhouses re: MightyFitKidz programs for 6 to 9s in 30 parks this fall.) New- see Spartans Football.

• 003 District CAPS Youth Basketball Program every Saturday at Henry Crown Fieldhouse, 5550 S. Univesity. September 22nd- November 10th 2012, 3:30-5:30 pm Ages 13-19 Officer C. Huthcinson, 312 747-7004.
• (Aikido) Akida- Hyde Park Dojo, led by David Levine, Aiki Extensions. Mondays 7:30-9:15 pm. $40 a month, $12 a session. http:www.aiki-extensions.org/. At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, 5480 S. Kenwood, 773 643-4062.
• All-Star Cheer. Hyde Park's only only Allstar cheer programs. Boys and girls ages 3-18. Cheer, dance (incl. hip hop), tumbling. 2010-11 competition team placement. Attend competitions. low monthly cost available. USASF certified staff with 15+ years experience. Midwestematrix@att.net. At Bally's Total Fitness, 1301 E. 47th St. 773 924-9889.
• AYSO American Youth Soccer Organization. (See other soccer providers under soccer, below.) www.ayso751.org. 773 324-KICK (5425). Ages 4-19. Soccer teams formed, check website for registration information. Play at Midway Plaisance, Jackson Park; winter in Nichols fieldhouse. Contacts include Commissioner Louise McCurry, commissioner751@comcast.net, and Joan Bullen and Vanessa James. More in Recreation page.
  AYSO Youth Soccer registration occurs periodically online or at sites. Parents of children with disabilities: AYSO has a team for your child. Bring birth certificate or passport, health insurance care, parent photo ID. There is also Chicago Fire Camp, Challenger Camp... and a parade in the neighborhood in September as well as part of the 4th on 53rd.

  Register online or ask for forms at http://www.ayso751.org, 773 324-KICK.
  Hot line 773 324-KICK, AYSO751.org (incl. registration forms), commissioner751@comcast.net.
  Spring 2012 reg. Sat Feb 18, 25 9-12 at Nichols Murray Gym (starts March 31 in Jackson Park w practice on the Midway.

• Bally's, 1301 E. 47th. 773 924-9889. http://www.Ballyfitness.com. Tennis classes for all ages and skills incl. cardio- Fall session starts right after Labor Day- call and contact Glenn Alfred (Troy C. Toole?) Also swimming. See also XSTennis.
  The 47th Bally's has been bought by LA Fitness. The many programs including lease space are uncertain as of Dec. 1 2011.
  New: All-Star Cheer. Hyde Park's only only Allstar cheer programs. Boys and girls ages 3-18. Cheer, dance (incl. hip hop), tumbling. 2010-11 competition team placement. Attend competitions. low monthly cost available. USASF certified staff with 15+ years experience. Midwestematrix@att.net.
• For "bitty" basketball, baseball, etc. it is best to watch the Herald, which has announcements when the leagues and teams start to recruit seasonally. Also check with Hyde Park Jewish Community Center, Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, park fields houses.
• Basketball- CAPS District 003 at Henry Crown Center, 5550 S. University- Ages 13-29 every Saturday 2:30-5:30 pm. Free. Officer C. Hutchinson, 312 747-7004.
• Bicycling. See the Bikes and Running page. Lakefront parks in summer have had a special Bike Da Lakefront program.
• B.I.G. Baseball Academy. Ellis Park, Kenwood Park (But moves around each year) and camps for public and private school kids- "Best Instruction Guaranteed." All coaches are current or former pro players. Instructs indoor and outdoor baseball clinics throughout the city year round for kids aged 4 to high school. Instruction-drills-strength and conditioning-field trips to minor league stadiums. Certificates. $175 a week. July camps 9:30 am-12:30 pm, August camps 9:30 am-3:30 pm. Contact Keronn Walker 773 206-9363. See also Kenwood, Ellis Parks. Keronn@bigbaseballacademy.com. http://www.bigbaseballacademy.com. 501.
  Youth Summer Camp at IIT College, 31st and Michigan ages 3-13- bring fielders glove, lunch and $150 per week or $35 per day. Weekly sessions run June 21 2010-September 10.
  Youth Wooden Bat League at Lake Meadows Park, 3117 S. Rhodes Tu and Th July 27-Sept. 2- tee-ball 4-6 ages 3-5, pee-wee 5-6:30 ages 67, rest later- League fee $100.
  Summer Adult Wooden Bat League at IIT College 31st and Michigan Uniforms provided but not fielders glove and wood bat (high schoolers via their coach or scout. Mons, w's, Sats June 12-Aug. 10 League fee $300- check website or call.
  Financial aid- contact Pete Rebos at Pete@bigbaseballacademy.com or 773 206-9363.
• Broken Arrow Riding Club. Chicagoland's premier riding club that also provides horseback riding and similar nature and healing experiences to families in parks including Washington and South Shore Cultural Center, supporting La Rabida Children's Hospital. Broken Arrow Horseback Riding Club of Chicago honors the tradition of the historic Black Cowboy. Its founder and president is Murdock, the man with no first name. http://www.brokenarrowridingclub.org/. 773 684-8588, murdock@brokenarrowridingclub.org. (Next July 25 noon Wash. Pk. 52nd and Payne.)
• (South Side) Chicago Fire Soccer Club. See South Side Fire.
• CAPS see Basketball.
• Chess Teachers. Apparently none now in area but contact (312) 927-4290 or Tom Panelas 773 955-0122. http://www.chessteachers.org.
• Chicago Bears camps-, Junior Bears. (Note, Chicago Sports Camps no longer have programs on the South Side and are not part of Chicago Bears.) At several parks, including Jackson SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE - and camp at Jackson is free. Suggest for information contacting Jackson Park Supervisor William Tillis at 6401 S. Stony Island, 773 256-0903 or browsing http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. Check also with Washington Park. For general information visit http://www.bearscamps.com.
• Chicago Metro Baseball/Kirby Puckett Boys and Girls Club. http://www.eteamz.com. Has league play in Jackson starting April 2011 (kids and 16 up), possibly in other parks. Contact Ziff Sistrunk, ziffsistrunk@yahoo.com, 773-469-3837.
• Chicago Outfitters- see Chicago Riots. Visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Outfit-Roller-Derby/
• Chicago Riots Soccer. Tied to youth mentoring. Outreach of Chicago Outfitters (qv). At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, which see. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Outfit-Roller-Derby/
• Chicago Summer Network camps at Ray, Bret Harte, and McDade Classical schools June 20-July 30 M-F 9:30-4 with before and after options, discounts for multiple children. $550. Early bird rate through March 11. Register at Ray by appointment at 5631 S. Kimbark, at Harte on Mondays, at McDade Fridays 8801 S. Indiana or online at http://www.chicagosummernetwork.com. Info 312 852-8300, info@chicagosummernetwork.com. Art, Dance, Photography, Fashion Design, Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Drumline, Swimming, Etiquette...
• Chicago Track Club. An urban track and field club stressing sprint and distance for Youth and Adults, Elite. Was in Jackson Park et al featuring sprint, distance coaching (Richard Nayer and other coaches from area), with training and competition supported at local, state, nat'l levels. Works with 4th, 20th…wards, city and CPS.
  Currently practicing for summer at Kenwood Academy track M and W 5:30-7 pm.
  http://w ww.chicagotrackclub.com. nayerchicagotc@aol.com.
  More below in Mayor Daley's Summer Track Program with World Sports Chicago and various local wards esp. 4th.
• Chicago Youth Lacrosse. Starting spring 2011. Founder/Director Head Coach, Boys Lacrosse. Drew Stevenson, drew@chicagoyouthlacrosse.com, Chicago Youth Lacrosse Saint Ignatius College Prep, (C)312.720.4295 (F)615.694.8079, http://www.chicagoyouthlacrosse.com. CYL is a division of Develop The Athlete / http://developtheathlete.com/.
• Chicago Youth Programs. 5350 S. Prairie 60615. 773 924 0220. Contact jredmond@chicagoyouthprograms.org. http://www.chicagoyouthprograms.org. To improve the life opportunities and health of at-risk youth in the Washington Park, Cabrini-Green and Uptown areas using a comprehensive approach aimed at developing capabilities. The primarily volunteer staff works through tutoring, free healthcare, recreation, cultural activities, and career placement. 85% are placed in college or trade school, 94% retention rate, almost 0% pregnancy.
• ChitownFutbol/Lil' Kickers. Soccer. Contact Hyde Park Neighborhood Club 773 643-4062 or its website http://www.hpnclub.org or following websites. http://www.chitownfutbol.com. http://www.chitownfutbol.com/o1_home/master_page.html. http://www.chitownfutbol.com/little_kickers/hyd_fall_sch.pdf. Main center at 2343 S. Throop 60608, others at New Life Midway-5101 S. Keeler 60632, Menominee Club/Drucker Ctr-1535 N. Dayton 60614. 877 545-5457. Lots of classes. 18 months to 9 years.
  Lil' Kickers can be a child's first step toward life-long love of athletics and is based on child development theory. Builds physical, social skills and self esteem. Includes year-round at the Neighborhood Club and summer in Nichols Park. Starts in September. Ages 18 months to 9 years.
• Creative Mansion Children's Academy. Includes recreational summer. http://www.creativemansion.com. 4745 S. Ellis. Myke Gerring. 773 268-6066. creativemansion@sbcglobal.net.
• Don Nash Recreation Center, 1833 E. 71st. See in Recreation page or http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Dyett Pool and Recreational Center (really part of the school--park district programs occasional). 513 E. 51st St. 312 747-6118. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Faithful Few (The). Founded in 2005. Hyde Parker Denard Jacox, Director. 1448 E. 52nd St. #164, 773 834-6722. Also given as 773 426-3472. But its website gives at least for gifts C/O LaDonna McCormick, Secretary, 3629 South Indiana. djacox@hotmail.com. faithfulfew1986@hotmail.com. Works using volunteers including with children with attention deficit and hyperactivity or bipolar disorders. Works holistically including through one on one mentoring, softball and work with YMCA, Chicago Park District. One event is teaming up with Broken Arrow for family horseback riding and festival in Washington Park. Also dedicated to keeping girls off the streets. Works with The Woodlawn Collaborative.http://www.faithfulfew.org.
  Faithful Few has now expanded its male teen softball recreation and mentoring program to girls basketball GOTS (which see). For both genders, the program offers sports, life skills such as cooking, self-defense and experiences such as Air and Water Show, flying with Tuskegee Airmen. Funding from several Booth Business School professors at U of C.
  Obesity rates have tripled in the past 30 years and they’re still on the rise. For the first time in history kids could have a shorter life expectancy than their parents. You don’t need me to tell you how important this issue is. And, you don’t need me to tell you how to solve it. We all know the keys to ending obesity are physical activity and a healthy diet.
  " Girls of the Street” isn’t like traditional sports programs. Our program combines fitness, nutrition, health and leadership to address girls’ overall health while having fun exploring engaging activities. Parents know their girls need “Girls of the Street” and they need your help to make this a reality. Our program is either totally free to girls or offered on a sliding scale.
  Summer 2011. Girls off the Street. We have plans for activities such as organizing a girl's fast-pitch softball team that play throughout the city, participating in a youth organization that has camps across the country (http://sites.younglife.org/camps/LakeChampion/SummerActivities.aspx), and hosting a girls' basketball tournament with Christian Youth Organization CYO at Washington Park.
  We will conclude our summer activities with "One Step Back In Time" which is an old fashion picnic with Horseback riding, games and the biggest water balloon battle you've so proud of what we will be able to accomplish with the support of YOU our sponsors.
  Sust-partners, “Girls off the Street” isn't like traditional sports programs. Our program offers fitness, nutrition, health, and leadership skills to address girls' overall health while engaging them in fun activities. Parents know their girls need Girls off the Street, and they need your help to make this a reality. Our program is either totally free to girls or offered on a sliding scale. Please visit our website now and make a donation; it may just save a young girl's life this summer.
• Fire soccer. See South Side Fire, below
• Fishing at area harbors and lagoons- recommend involvement with the CAPS sponsored programs. (See CAPS for Kids above.).
• Fishin' Buddies conservation intense camp and jobs at Chicago State /Mayor Daley's Fishin Buddies. The Youth Conservation Conference in June is a free, intensive conservation training program held during the week of June 22 (2009) on the campus of Chicago State University. High school students who complete the training and show commitment to conservation issues will be offered paid summer internships with local conservation organizations, including Fishin’ Buddies, the Cook County Forest Preserve District, and the Field Museum. Visit http://www.fishin-buddies.net to find out more and to download an application. Application deadline is mid May (2009). Gets a lot of funding, so check it out. Also introduces and trains on wildlife conservation, prairie restoration, and reinforces reading and writing skills. Unable to find correct separate link (or in city website) -- http://www.fishin-buddies.net seems to be for the Forest Preserves. Captain John Kidd.
• Fitzgerald's Martial Arts. 1742 E. 55th St. 773 643-5648, http://www.fitzgeraldsmartialarts.com. Self-defense and youth fitness. Includes swimming, bike riding, sports, martial arts. Opportunities to perform around the neighborhood and region An International Tang Soo Do Affiliate (As of a few years ago, students must join at $30, and buy uniform c$29 for kids, $36 for adults--$50 and $95 per month membership fee--prices were as of- bargains available)). Master Joe Fitzgerald, M. Ed. Contact also Mr. Ken Washington at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, 312 925-7503.
• Future Hoops of America. Basketball camps for girls aged 7-12. Dejeanette Flournoy at 312 554-5680, futurehoopsofamerica@yahoo.com.
• Golf, Indoors/Outdoors, tennis- see Bally's, Sno-Gophers, Swing and Putt in this section; more in hydepark.org/parks/recreatldirectory.htm and Park District site. Or Google Kemper sports (although another vendor may have it), incl. for Junior Golf at Jackson and South Shore Cultural Center. See below Junior Golf-Jackson Park.
• Girls off the Street- GOTS- Faithful Few's Girls Off The Streets basketball and other sports program. (See Faithful Few in various sections for its other programs open to girls.) Active involvement through sports (currently basketball), visits by guest mentors, nutrition classes, tutoring, community service projects. Takes its cue from Michelle Obama to make girls healthy, well-rounded and in a safe environment. Family oriented. Includes Kenwood students. Meets M, W, F 6-9 and select Saturdays in Washington Park Fieldhouse, 5531 S. King Dr. 773 426-3472. See Faithful Few.
• Harris Recreational Center. 6200 S. Drexel. Fully staffed CPD facility. Indoor pool, weight/fitness, craft programs, afterschool, partners in youth programs and lots more. See in Recreation page and in Park Distinct fieldhouse sections below. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Hyde Park Jewish Community Center. 52o0 S. Hyde Park Blvd., 60615, 773 753-3080. Ask for Brian Latman x203. Fax 753-3085. http://www.gojcc.org. ?Laurie Goldberg, Michael Goldstein, mgoldstein@gojcc.org. Early childhood classes, gym, vacation camps. Established in 1949, Hyde Park JCC serves thousands of families each year through educational, recreational, social and cultural programs. The 30,000 square foot building shared with Congregation Rodfei Zedek, includes early and childhood classes, outdoor enclosed playground, and 3,000-square-foot gym. Enrichment classes are for children aged 3-6. Vacation day programs during the year for children nursery through 5th grade. After school programs are geared to grades 1-8 and include basketball, Tae Kwon Do, swimming and gymnastics. League play available. Summer Camp offers a range of 4- and 8-week programs for children from 3 year to 9th grade with Red Cross swim instruction, bus service.
  JCC Day Camp for 3 yrs to 9th grade. 773 753-3080. Red Cross swimming, sports, art, music, drama, field trips, cookouts, overnighters, theme days, entertainment. Mature prof. staff with excellent camper to counselor ratios. Lots of afterschool programs various ages including 4-6. Fencing is a big program this spring.
  Recreation for youth is cited in their mission, in addition to other youth, adult, and educational programming. The public is solicited for participation. Facilities opened in 2002. Fees are sometimes pricey. 773 753-3080. Autumn: Boys basketball players-teams go all over the city. Teams/leagues:
  7-8th gr. travel bb, 4-5th travel bb, 2nd-4th in house bb league, 5-7th in house bb league, men's bb league, women's vball and bb. Also swimming and swimming classes, children's ice skating classes, adult bowling, ping-pong, tots gym, gymnastics classes for kids, flag football, kwan-do, yoga, full adult fitness, jazzercise, private piano-music, chess, Spanish, animation, writing and stories, early life/parent child play and yoga, gym rentals. Brian Latman at 773 753-3080 x203.
  Hyde Park JCC Day Camp-a kid community. 4 and 8 week sessions this summer for 3 years through 9th grade. Red Cross swim instruction, sports, art, drama, field trips before and after care. 773 753-3080. view camp brochure on www.goJCC.org. gymnastics, swimming lessons, Tai Kwon Do, basketball leagues. Request free program guide at 773 753-3080 or www.gojcc.org
• Hyde Park Legends (Hyde Park-Kenwood (Legends) Baseball) also known as Hyde Park-Kenwood Baseball League. (boys and girls aged 4-13- 15. ) (www.hpklegends.org). THIS IS THE WEBSITE INCL. FOR REGISTRATION-> www.hpklegends.baberuthnetwork.com. Director of Operations Marcellus Moore. Team sponsors welcome. Hyde Park Legends Baseball preseason camps ages 8-12. Spring registration has been at the Neighborhood Club, --a year in advance in July- At Shoesmith School/Kenwood Park fieldhouse 1350 E. 50th St. and probably will expand to other parks. 60615. Parent participation is mandatory. Registration form is on the website. Plays at both Nichols (south end) and Kenwood Park diamonds. Hotline only 773 353-1578, hpklegends@ameritech.net. President Marcelus Moore. ??Regular contact is Pete Margulis, 773 428-5838, pmargulis@comcast.net. Offers Tee-Ball, Pee-Wee. Little League , Junior Pony, and Pony in addition to a senior division.
  Winter clinics for all registered ballplayers start early December at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. 6 divisions including new Babe Ruth for ages 13-15 location tbd. Prices range from $150 to $175. Visit www.HPKLegends.org to print registration and return it with payment to Hyde Park Neighborhood Club or bring to Winter Clinic before December 31 to avoid $25 late fee. 773 353-1578 with questions.
  2011: Clinics- Monday Dec 20, Mon Jan 17, Mon Feb 21 90-3 for 1st 45 t sign up Register hpklegends@ameritech.net. or http://www.hpklegends.org. Deadline 5 days prior.
  Season - final day to register Sat March 12, opening day Sat May 14, All Star Game Sat June 24, closing Sat July 23. Games start at 5;30- must be there 15 min. prior. Plus var practices. Prices $150-175.
  SPRING 2013- Hyde Park Kenwood Legends Register NOW to Play Baseball- Three ways to pay and play:

  1. In person – Saturday, March 16, 2013

  •Nichols Park Gym (1355 E. 53rd Street, Chicago, IL 60615) 9:30am-12:00pm
  •Shoesmith Gym (1330 E 50th Street, Chicago, IL 60615) 1:00pm-4:00pm
  2. Online on www.HPKLegends.org

3. Drop your completed application and check at UPS Store:
1507 E 53rd Street, Box 313Chicago, IL 60615

More info at baberuthonline.com/online_reg/tickets.asp?lid+1288.

• Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. 5480 S. Kenwood. 773 643-4062, http://www.hpnclub.org. info@hpnclub.org, Jennifer Bosch acting director, Bethany Pickens, president. Wide range. Some have charges. Open Gym 5:30 to 8:30 weekday evenings. For kids 6-12 dancing lessons in ballet, jazz and tap as well as exercises including martial arts with psychological component available. Hip Hop Dance, Digital Music Production, Abstract Mixed Media, Beginning Watercolor, Fun Place (Mon-Fri 3-6 for Jr. High incl. computer and digital labs, sports, field trips...), Junior High Camps late Sept. and early Oct. Includes Child and Youth Services sponsored After-School Science Club for age groups 5-7, 8-10, 10-12- serving 25 youth. See also Aikido, above in this section; see also Summer Camps section below and Cultual/Science section above. http://www.hydepark.org/neighborhood/NeighbClubPrograms.htm page.
  HPNC summer camp for kids entering grades K-10th. Pay per week with discounts of sign up for the full summer. Takes Action for Children. Abby or Shea at 773 643-4062.
  
  
  See also L'il Kickers/Chitown Futbol and We Got Game, and South Side Fire (soccer).
  NOTE THE FOLLOWING RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS AT THE CLUB FOR CHILDRENS AND TEENS. Some "adult" classes such as martial arts may also take sub-adults.
  Also

  Chicago Riots Roller Derby for Chicago Outfitters- see Chicago Riots for girls ages 12-17. Visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Outfit-Roller-Derby/
  Chicago Riots Soccer. Tied to youth mentoring. Outreach of Chicago Outfitters (qv). At Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, which see. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-Outfit-Roller-Derby/
  
  Primary grades (K-3)-
  Busy Bees
  Lil' Kickers Soccer. 18 mo-9 years. Wed, Th 9:30-6, Sat 9-12. $144 12 weeks, $12 class plus annual membership $36 child, $72 family
  Yoga. K-3 W, Th 4 pm
  
  Tweens (4-6th)
  Basketball Club, 4th-6th Tu 4:30. $10 week, $120. Adophus McMilan
  Soccer Club, L'il Kickers
  Fencing Club for Tweens.
  
  Teens (many programs are open to teens as well as adults)
  Teen Open Gym. M, F 4:30-6 (parent permission)
  
  See also Chitown Futbol L'il Kickers and We Got Game (latter a new partner with classes and leagues in bb, baseb, flag football for ages 3-11)
  
  Sports Factory. http://www.sportsfactory.com is now at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. 5480 S. Kenwood. 312 388-3513. A youth basketball clinic and instructional league for kids grades 6-8. 8 week camp ends with competitive tournament. All skills accepted. Fridays at 6, Saturdays at 1:30.

• Hyde Park Tennis- see Bally's, above. There are many parks with outdoor tennis facilities- some have lesson-givers, CPD to free-lance (Harold Washington, Jackson, Kennicott, Kenwood, Nichols, Washington…
• Indoors/Outdoors Junior Golf and Winter Junior Sno-Gophers Ski Club. Jacqueline Beard, jib7731@ameritech.net, 773 978-9493. Instruction at Jackson Park Golf Driving Range, north of Hayes Dr. Skiing day trips and one-week trip. http://www.snogophers.org. (There is also a Junior Golf program and course at both Jackson Park Golf Course and South Shore Cultural Center.) Much of this may be out of date.
• Jackson Park fieldhouse. 6401 S. Stony Island. 773 256-0903. Basketball, tennis camp, Junior Bears and other seasonal team and league sports after school and evening (older youth only), cheerleading, tennis training, weight training, piano, crafts and more. Programs are intended to create continuity through the year and include social, pre-job and academic skills. As teens mature and stay with the program, internships then rec. leader jobs become available. Look for park fieldhouse programs in http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. Supervisor William Tillis. Camps do have a charge, but scholarships are available and Junior Bears is free. Summer camp- see also in Local Parks section.
• Jackson Park Junior Golf Program. Emanuel Worley, Golf Pro, Jackson Park Driving Park, north of Hayes Dr./63rd St. soccer fields.773-410-6362. Please call to set up your program for a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. eworley@kempersports.com or kivajjworley@sbcglobal.net. 1/2 hour lesson for Juniors... rate is $40.00 (balls included). (Jackson Park has the only 18-hole golf course in the area.)
• Jewish Community Center (JCC) see Hyde Park Jewish...
• Junior Bears- See Chicago Bears camps.
• Kennicott Park fieldhouse, 4434 S. Lake Park Ave., 312 747-7138. Strong in martial arts, weights, gymnastics, cultural/crafts, gym and ball fields. Mentoring clubs, tennis camps, table tennis, ball fields and leagues. Partners include Hooked on Drums. Supervisor Renee Shepherd. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Kenwood Park fieldhouse, 1350 E. 50th St., 312 746-5962. Most camps and activities are outside or in Shoesmith School, but there are inside crafts, ping pong. Tennis lessons? Large ballfields are often open. Gardening-food from ground to use through a partner. Anthony McCoy is supervisor. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Kenwood United Church of Christ, 4600-08 S. Greenwood, 773 373-2861. Tutoring, recreation, arts, crafts, Bible class for ages 6-16 Saturday noon-3 pm. http://www.kenwooducc.org.
• Lab School- see Summer Lab.
• Lacrosse- see Chicago Youth Lacrosse above.
• Lil' Kickers see Chitown Futbol.
• Legends - see Hyde Park Legends/Hyde Park-Kenwood Baseball League.
• MAGIC- see in Mentoring section above.
• Mayor Daley's Fishin' Buddies- see Fishin' Buddies.
• Mayor Daley's NeighborSports leagues for 14-21 year olds with After School Matters- see After School Matters in Academic and other sections.
• Mayor Daley's Summer Track Program- See also Chicago Track Club. KIDS AGED 9-14 WANTED 2009 FOR FREE SUMMERS SPORTS CAMP PROGRAM JUNE 20 (SIGN UP DEADLINE) -JULY 20. ESP. WARDS 4 AND 20 BUT OPEN TO ALL, SP. BY THE CITY, ORG'D BY ALD. COCHRAN AND PRECKWINKLE. Head Coach is Rich Nayer. IN JACKSON AND OTHER PARKS. CALL 4TH WARD OFFICE Naima Booker, 773 536-8103.
• METROsquash combines sports and academic, with behavioral and community service field trip components, CPS partnership afterschool program is growing: about 60 kids 3 days a week after school, incl. in Kozminski and Reavis, it expects to include Price this fall. Executive Director David Kay. Director David Kay. HQ at University Church, 5650 S. University Ave., Chicago, IL 60637, (773) 241-5150 . Fifth through eighth grade. Some kids have used it as a gateway to the Ivy League boarding schools. http://www.metrosquash.org.
  Sophomores up can volunteer with Metro Squash! Help mainly with the tutoring or as chaperones on field trips, games, community service projects. E-mail david@metrosqush.odrg or call 773 251-1711. 5655 S. University, 773 241-5150. http://www.metrosquash.org. Planning a move to Grove Park with sep. space for sports and homework/tutoring functions, more schools participating, and "safe haven." Grove Park is in the lower 6000's Cottage Grove.
• Midway Plaisance Skating and sports and camp rink. Central panel between Woodlawn and Ellis-1130 E. N. Midway Plaisance. Contact re availability and structured activities Rick Shaheen at 312 745-2470. Very active during ice skating season with lessons, rat hockey et al at low cost. Due to budget cuts, the rest of the year is mainly a stop-off for camps from other parks and its own is at/with Nichols. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.
• Nichols Park fieldhouse and gym. 1355 E. 53rd St. 312 747-2703. Park supervisor Heather Kelly; Sonia Smith. Has quarterly and shorter cycle day camps and programs for kids and youth has well as open basketball nightly. Very experienced athletics and other instructors Break and summer camps, outside as well as in its full gym. Always full, and programs fill up immediately--check at the fieldhouse and http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com frequently for sign ups (some reserved for online, others have people lining up hours ahead of morning in person signup. Summer Camp details in Local Parks section.
• Quadrangle Club. 1155 E. 57th St. Tennis instruction and camps in summer on clay courts.

  Youth camp. Our talented director, Pat Henighan, , USPTA Certified head ro, has carefully selected instructors for skills and ability to work and communicate with children of all ages and ability.

  Camps run M-Th with Fri as rain date. Afte noon upon demand. Players are grouped into age and level categories. All players must have racquets and tennis shore. T-shirt provided. Jr. racquets for under 10 can be purchased.

  Ages 4-10 drills, ages 11-16 recreational and competitive.
  10-12 pm $140 ($125 members).
  Drop in drills for adults 6-8 pm starting June 13- $15 for one hour, $25 for 2.

  Dates: June 18-21, 25-28, July 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, Aug. 6-9.
  Find registration on website pr ca;; 883 702-7221.

• Playworks: Education Energized. http://www.playworks.org. An organization the works to bring recess and fitness to schools and fitness programs to neighborhoods. In Chicago. 205 W. Randolph St. Ste. 1700, 60606. Colleen J. Harvey, Program Director. 312 445-2764, fax 877 209-5173, charvey@playworks.org.
• Scouting. There are several scouting and similar organizations for girls and for boys. Boy Scouts of America: http://www.chicagobsa.org. For updated information on local scouts, contact Trp512bsa@aol.com, beprepared4life@comcast.com.
  Tiger cubs - first graders learning real life skills
  Cubs- 2nd and 3rd graders- achievements and electives
  Webelos - 4th and 5th
  Boy Scout Troop 512 meets every Friday 7 pm. The largest troop in the area. United Church of Hyde Park, 1448 E. 53rd St.
  Girl Scouts Troop 89- at Murray? 5335 S. Kenwood.
  Scouting also from Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5200 S. University, 312-823-8729.
  Sea Scouts- active in some schools but other youth can join. Has a large sailboat in Jackson Harbor, Neptune 5212, with training including on the Lake with youth from other parts of the city. Year round meetings and activities of the local "ship." Meets at 1st Unitarian, 5650 S. Woodlawn. Contact Richard Snow, 5000 S. Cornell, 773 324-8645, rnsnow@dupage1quik.org. http://www.seascout.org.
• Seven Ten Lanes Hyde Park: Bowling, Billiards in the University of Chicago's garage between Greenwood and Ellis, 1055 E. 55th St., 773 347-2695. Bowling lanes $15 per hour, shoe rental $2. Pool tables $10 per hour. Credit card required for both. M-Th 11:30a -1 am, Fr, Sat 11:30-2 a,. Sum/ 11:30 am-midnight. Parking garage free after 4 pm and on weekends. Note: not known to offer youth programs but lanes are open to the public; part off limits due to alcohol. Bowling, Billiards, Darts. On 55th Street in the University of Chicago's garage between Greenwood and Ellis, 1055 E. 55th St., 773 347-2695. Bowling lanes $16-25 per hour, shoe rental $3. Pool tables $12-20 per hour. Credit card required for both. M-Th 11:30a -1 am, Fr, Sat 11:30-2 a,. Sum/ 11:30 am-midnight. Parking garage free after 4 pm and on weekends. Note: not known to offer youth programs but lanes are open to the public; part off limits due to alcohol.
• Sibshops is a new way for brothers and sisters of children with special needs to meet other such siblings in a relaxed, supportive recreational setting. Hyde Park Union Church, 5600 S. Woodlawn. Tamora Besser, 773 467-3751 or Meredith Sone, 773 467-3813, http://www.kifs.org.
• Sno-Gophers Ski Club and Indoor/Outdoors Golf. Program Address 7436 S. Exchange Ave P.O. Box #490488, 773 752-0930, hotline 312 683-5231. http://www.sno-gophers.org. Contact Gerry Upshaw, gerry_upshaw@yahoo.com. President Christine Holley-Davis, cebonye@aol.com. Ski outings for juniors example. African American- focused but national, regionally affiliated. Also biking, camping, picnics, rafting, roller skating, roller blading, tennis, horseback riding, outdoor concerts
• Soccer- see AYSO American Youth Soccer (including affiliates such as Britannic), ChiTown Futbol/Little Kickers, South Side Fire. Also contact Robin Turpin who is putting soccer collaborative program in many schools.
• Special Olympics. http://www.soill.org. There seem to be other groups staging the games also in the area as in http://www.ilso.org. Lots of programs, meets and other events year-round, some now in conjunction with the Olympic/Paralympic bid. CPS has scholarship and support groups. Schools such as Mt. Carmel High have “caravan” programs.
• South Side Fire Soccer (Club). This competitive , competition-based selected club is the premier in Chicago's South Side neighborhoods, playing in Kenwood Community Park, north of Harold Washington Park in Burnham Park north of 51st, on Midway Plaisance, Washington Park, and in Jackson Park corner of Hayes and Cornell Dives. Professional coaches trained and licensed by USSF and NSCAA- Director Nenad Rosic played pro in Belgrade. European -style training is adapted to each age. There is a winter indoor program and summer team camps also. Selects. We focus on the whole player- character and academics, skills and commitment, long-term personal development for excellence in high school, college and beyond. Regional and state tournaments for higher-level teams. Fees $420-480 fall or spring with $135 optional for winter, $800-900 for 2nd more advanced teams. Hotline 800 624-1603. Ben Jacobson, 773 493-0860, bjacobson@illumitech.com. Steve Schacht, 773 684-2524, stephenschacht@sbcglobal.net. http://www.southsidefire.org. Also given as http://www.southsidefire.net.
  Summer 2010 June 14-Aug. 26. Plays mainly on Midway, also Kenwood Community Park.
  South Side Fire is also at the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club.
• South Side YMCA. See more in YMCA of Metro Chicago. Numerous programs include Gators Swim Team. And see under summer camps. 6330 S. Stony Island, 60637, 773 947-0700 x248 or 2561. . (For all Chicago YM's visit http://www.ymcachgo.org/. http://www.ymcachicago.org also works. ) For South Side at 6330 Stony: http://www.southsidechicagoymca.org. Jeffrey Thomas, jeffrey_thomas@ymcachgo.org or Joel Bulloch.
  YMCA day camps (variety of locations including South Side YMCA at 6330 Stony- note that this Y was not in the Children and Youth Services program for 2007- but that on Wabash is.). Camps in 2008 ran from June 9-August 22 except Teen June 16-August 22.
  Little Turtle Camp ages 4-5, 6:30 am-6 pm weekly $130 or $150
  Adventure Camp ages 6-12 6:30 am-6 pm. Weekly $130 or 150
  Teen Camp ages 12-17, June 16-August 22, 8 am-5 pm. $85 or 95 (reduced this year)
  Water Adventure specialty,
  Basketball
  Soccer
  Volleyball
  Cheerleading
  Other youth sports programs by quarter (fees $30-$50): Kids Kick ages 4-12, T-Ball ages 4-7, Pee-Wee Basketball ages 5-8, Karate ages 5-17, Sports All Sorts ages 6-12, Coach Pitch ages 7-9, NFL Flag Football ages 1-13.
  Active-learning childcare.
  Family Splash Night every Friday 4-8 free for members, $20 for Family Program members.
  Several Youth Fitness programs ages 4-6 (coordination-movement), 6-12 (cardio, strength, balance, games), 12-16 (12 week program teaches the basic routines in the Fitness Center; members only), and healthy kids days.
  Track and Field. Students participate in interactive workshops with doctors, dentists, nutritionists and athletes. Weekly off-site field trips.
  
  **** South Side Y Summer Day Camp for ages 4-12. Campers take part in a wide variety of activities each day, including arts and crafts, games, skits and songs, sports, swimming and field trips. Our day camps are ACA accredited, which means that we maintain the highest standards regarding program quality. Registration has already begun!
  6330 S. Stony Island, Chicago, Il 60637, 773 947-0700. http://www.southsidechicagoymca.org. General citywide http://www.ymcachgo.org. Jeffrey Thomas, jeffrey_thomas@ymcachgo.org. Scholarships: Action for Children, 312 823-1100. Also, members can put $50 toward any program during the summer.
• Spartans youth football. Summer 2013: Spartans youth football (ages 6-15) is now recruiting including cheerleaders. http://www.hpjrspartans.com.
• Sports Factory. http://www.sportsfactory.com is now at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. 5480 S. Kenwood. 312 388-3513. A youth basketball clinic and instructional league for kids grades 6-8. 8 week camp ends with competitive tournament. All skills accepted. Fridays at 6, Saturdays at 1:30.
• Summer Lab. University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, 1362 E. 59th St. 60637. Run mid June to the end of July. Lots of choices and part or full day. Adventure, On Stage, Summer School, Sports, Field Study. Full or part day. http://summerlab.org, 773 834-7766. Ned Reece, nreece@ucls.uchicago.edu. Updated in Summer Camps below. On Stage is June 24-August 2 in 2013 open to students entering grades 5-8. - a show is put on.
• Swing and Putt. Lessons variously at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, Jackson Park...?- $25 registration fee. 747 E. 92nd St. Jackie Bearden, Charles Berry. Teaching golf with simulators, as at least was at the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club summer 2008. May have stopped functioning, at least locally; phones don't work and website is gone.
• Tennis, football and more - lessons from Jackson Park fieldhouse and at Harold Washington Park. See in Recreation page.
• Tsen Dojo. After school Karate in a new facility. 5321 S. Cottage Grove 60653. 773 952-4062. http://www.tsendojo.com. info@tsendojo.com. Mon-Fri 3-6 pm.
• University of Chicago Office of Special Programs including PEP (Pilot Enrichment Program) in schools. Run for many decades by Dr. Larry Hawkins. Director Dovetta McKee. Gates- Blake 113, 5845 S. Ellis Av 60637. 773 702-8288, Fax 773 702-0189.
  http://osp-cp.uchicago.edu. PEP serves 70 students of whom 40 are elementary. The program uses recreation to totally engage the student for excellence, from academic to social and behavioral. It is year round. Since 1972, 2,600 have taken advantage of the program and some have gone on to PhD programs. Hawkins insisted on well-rounded students with top academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities, and upon parent participation. Included are classroom instruction, trips to colleges including several living on the UC campus, the opera, museums, events and ethnic restaurants. Allied with the U of C Neighborhood Schools Program and participates in Civic Knowledge's Winning Words.
• University of Chicago Summer Super Sports Camp. http://athletics.uchicago.edu/sssc.htm. More in Camps. Sports - ages 6-16, June 16-July 25 2008 full or part day, at Ratner, 5530 S. Ellis. Tennis and Swim Camp at Ratner for ages 6-16, July 28-August 8, 8:30 am-12:30 pm. Richard Maloney, Director, 5530 S. Ellis, 773 702-9065, rmaloney@uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago Ratner Athletic Center Community Swim School. 5530 S. Ellis.773 702-3861. Kids 5-12 learn to swim at the Ratner pool! Spring and fall. Community kids aged 3-12 learn the basics and swimming safety (Red Cross protocol, t-s ratio 1-6) from the Maroon swim teams. Look for the next. http://athletics.uchicago.edu. Contacts Pool: Jason Weber, jrweber@uchicago.edu. 773 702-3861.
• Washington Park fieldhouse. 5531 S. King.773 256-1248. Absolutely do not overlook! Major fieldhouse with gyms, all kinds of recreation and class rooms. Olympic-sized outdoor pool. Vast array of (some lit) ball fields, tennis courts, Adventureland Augmented training regimen facility on Bynam Island (director David Stephens NOTE NOT SURE IF STILL OPERATES). Woodworking and other shops! Reservationist Wesley Wiley, park supervisor Janie Collins. Running/jogging paths. Big time fishing. Contact park for other recreational opportunities in this major park. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. TEEN groups in the Nature Conservatory Group: Madiem at 773-203-3418, sunshine0711@gmail.com. Summer camps in Local Parks section.
  Numerous partners such as Faithful Few and GOTS Girls Basketball.
  Washington has one of the largest softball leagues in the country--51 teams on 14 diamonds, featuring for kids and involving families. It also has a huge baseball league.
  New are the boating program that will teach leading to a certificate the skills of navigation related to Sea Scouts and opening to appointment to the US Coast Guard Academy; a new computer lab; a new teen fitness center. Partners include Broken Arrow Riding Club.
  2010 July 8-October 6 Thursdays at 5:30, Sats. 1 and 4 Intergenerational Baseball (Veterans Neighborhood builders Assn. 773 548-3421.)
• We Got Game Chicago. Now at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. A premier sports education organization owned by Brian Ploof, We Got Game creates diverse and comprehensive sports classes, clinics and camps open to all ages, but here mainly ages 2-13 with adult-toddler. It also works with After School Matters in four north side schools and manages the Lakeview Basketball League. Included here are basketball leagues (including girls') and classes, baseball, floor hockey, flag football, softball, soccer and more from tot through age 11 and tot plus adult. Sports for fitness, social and positive experiences and skills, confidence-building. We expect academic excellence and build confidence- and bridge with physical activity school and home with a safe environment. Fees start at $84 a quarter up to $140 except Sat. league $180. Brian Ploof, CoachBrian@wegotgamechicago.com, http://www.wegotgamechicago.com, 4203 N. Kedvale Suite 1S, Chicago, IL 60641. 773 502-6003. Can register on line. Spring at HPNClub runs April 5-June 10
  We Got Game is now in Ray Elementary and St. Thomas Apostle as well as the Neighborhood Club in this area.
  And working with Moneythink (see in Financial/Entrepreneurial section) holding seminars.
• World Sport Chicago. From the Olympic bid. Seeks to provide youth including in schools with engagement and opportunities in sports including to real olympic training and opportunity, and to tie this to good youth development and education. A new partnership: see under Youth Guidance-BAM-Sports Edition.
  World Sport Chicago-located at 200 E. Randolph, 20th floor, 60601, 312 616-5450. Scott Meyer, Director. http://www.worldsportchicago.org. info@worldsportchicago.org. Has a scholarship program.
• World Track and Field (May be same as above and Chicago Track Club.) 2012. Register in the 5th and other ward offices in August. One practice site is Jackson Park through the school year for 3 meets in early July the third being championship. Ages 6-14. Buses available. Must have insurance. Currently practicing a Kenwood Academy track.
• XS Tennis. At Bally's, 1301 E. 47th St. but now minus the golf. All ages and skills, court and driving range rentals, equipment rental and sales, apparel sales, racket stringing. 8, 10, 11-week classes for juniors and adults plus leagues and school programs. Non-member Fri night doubles 7-10 $25. Memberships $150 adult, $275 family, $75 junior, $260 league. www.xstennis.com, info@xstennis.com, 773 548-PLAY (7529).
• YMCA of Metro Chicago- grouped mostly under South Side, although there are others in area esp. Wabash. Steve Dahlin, Interim President and CEO. YMCA Metro plays a significant role in nine community schools in Chicago, serving communities in need. YMCA now focuses, with partners including major businesses such as OfficeMax "A Day Made better", on education and youth development to build strong kids, families and communities. "A Day Made Better" finds ways to make up for and reward the average of $1,200 a year teachers spend from their own pockets in the classroom by bringing supplies and rewarding teachers. The YMCA Community Schools also provide out-of-school programs year round that focus on positive child and youth development, keeping kids safe and families productively engaged. Academic enrichment, personal finance workshops, fitness classes, health clinics.http://www.ymcachgo.org/.
• Youth Guidance-B.A.M (Becoming a Man)-Sports Edition (Tony Di Vittorio) with World Sport Chicago (Scott Myers), (University of) Chicago Crime Lab and CPS and many partners and funders. Gearing up (27-week session starts November 2009) to go into the schools (up to 15 mostly high schools, 7th-10th- grades). The program will provide hundreds of adolescent boys around Chicago with a combination of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and access to sports, with the hope of identifying an effective strategy for addressing the unique challenges facing many of the city’s male youth. It is the first effort designed to help scholars scientifically measure the effectiveness of these two interventions. The first component is a group-based youth intervention designed by Youth Guidance, one of Chicago’s oldest and most established social service agencies offering counseling and life-preparedness programs to at-risk Chicago public school students. Provides positive male role models and teaches emotional self-regulation and social skills needed to avoid conflict-out-of-control.
  “Sports Edition,” the second intervention component, is a package of Olympic sports?including archery, boxing, judo, team handball, wrestling and weight lifting?developed by World Sport Chicago, a non-profit organization that serves as the “living legacy” of Chicago 2016.
  World Sport Chicago works to increase the awareness of and involvement in Olympic and Paralympic sports among the city’s youth. These after-school sports programs will offer safe and supervised recreational opportunities and be directed by coaches trained in the basics of the BAM program model to support students’ social and emotional development. The sports component will serve as both an opportunity to reinforce the principles and values that students learn through BAM, but also provides a safe, structured environment for students to engage in positive activities during a potentially risk-filled time of the day.
  Youth Guidance is hqrd at 1903 E. 96th St. 60617, 773 375-6741. http://www.youth-guidance.org.
  World Sport Chicago-located at 200 E. Randolph, 20th floor, 60601, 312 616-5450. http://www.worldsportchicago.org. info@worldsportchicago.org. Has a scholarship program.
• See Youth Leadership Program (UC and Police) in other sections. Yes, its on for boys and girls in 2012

Park Playgrounds and fieldhouses and related facilities. (Most north of 47th and south of 60th are not included). (Larger ones have contact and program description information in the preceding section, or visit http://www.hydepark.org/parks/recreatldirectory.htm.)
Fieldhouses. Contact the District or fieldhouses re: MightyFitKidz programs for 6 to 9s in 30 parks in fall. http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. Increasing numbers have weight rooms and fitness program also with teen programs.
See also after the Summer Camp section close what's in the various parks.

Chicago Park District : Summer 2012 June 25-August 3 reg. required.

• 47th Cornell. In Burnham Park. Sometimes closed school uses, but large fields, and playground
• Beech. 4458-70 S. Oakwood
• Bixler. 57th Kenwood. Playground, adjac. ballfield
• Gwendolyn Brooks. 4542 S. Greenwood
• Butternut. 53rd Woodlawn
• Chrysalis and Dickerson (in northwest corner of Jackson, 56th at Stony Island/Cornell)
• Bessie Coleman. 54th Drexel
• Cornell. North of 55th on Cornell
• Elm. 5215 S. Woodlawn
• Florence Stout. 54th Greenwood
• Harold Washington. North of 53rd Everett/South Shore to 51st. Sev. Playgds, model yacht basin
• Harris, 6200 S. Drexel 312 74-2706. Day camp, teen bb, Adventure recreation at Bynum I.
• Ma Houston. 5001 S. Cottage Grove
• Jackson, 6401 S. Stony I,773 256-0903. Day camp, Sorts, Nutrition including ball fields, tennis courts, track on Stony at 62nd, fieldhouse 6401 S. stony I.
• Kennicott. 4434 S. Lake Park
• Kenwood Community. 49th approx. Kenwood. Fieldhouse, Ball fields,tennis
• Midway Plaisance. 1130 Midway Plaisance North59th to 60th Cottage to Stony Island (really no playlot but ice skate/game rink at University in central panel. Call re: availability and structured programs Rick Shaheen at 312 745-2470. Play Camp ages 3-5.
• Nichols.53rd to 55th, approx. Kenwood. 312 747-2703. Fieldhouse 1355 E. 53rd St. 312 747-2703. Day camp, teen cap, ballfield, playgrounds, tennis. Pickup basketball for teens.
• Shoreland Playlot. In Burnham south of 53rd
• Spruce. 54th Blackstone
• South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. South Shore Dr. 773 256-0149. Musical Theatre and Dance, Play camp
• Sycamore. 5109 S. Greenwood
• Washington. Var. locations. Main east of 55th and King fieldhouse 5531 S. King 773 256-1248. Day camp, Harvest Garden Program. Refectory 5531 S. Russell dr, 773 256-1897. Water slide, Pool King.
• Main park north Kennicott, Mandrake, 39th Cottage to Lake Park and Ellis
  Main park south of Midway, Harris Rec’l.6200 S. Drexel fieldhouse, pool, playgd…
  

Lakefront beaches (swimming permitted only at 2nd two and Memorial Day-Labor Day):

• Pebble Beach. 49th
• Promontory Point. 53rd-56th
• 57th Street Beach
• 63rd St. Beach

Sample of recreational program and facility offerings in area parks

Check on-line at chicagoparkdistrict.com or in person at the park. Registration as soon as registration opens is recommended. Registration generally is a quarter ahead, such as April for summer.

Swimming. Pretty much limited in the parks to yearround Dyett (limited due to share with schools), Harris and Don Nash (in South Shore) and Washington outdoor). Others: Bally, South Side YMCA, King high (open to outside now?). Park programs include aquatic exercise, life guarding, family, lap, learn to, open, team. Missing in our area: diving, water polo, water walking, aqua volleyball, teen games, parents and tots swim.

Camps. Park camps and clubs are increasingly concentrated in certain locales and not duplicated in every neighborhood so that it may be necessary to go many miles to a fieldhouse that offers what you are interested in. Other camps- there are plenty. See summer camps, below.
Holiday. Jackson, Kennicott, Kenwood, Nash, Washington
Sports. Not in our area this fall. In summer the above plus Jackson, Midway

Clubs
Pre-teen club and instruction. Kennicott. Chess clubs in schools
Teen Jackson , Kenwood, Nash, Lakefront parks including South Shore; Teen Tuesdays- still?

Table Games
Chess. Kennicott (instruction)
Game room. Washington

Fitness and Martial Arts
Aerobic kick boxing, other martial arts and weighs. Kennicott
Bhatki yoga, Hatha yoga, Yoga for health. South Shore
Hips-Abs-Thighs. Nash
Chair exercise instruction. Nash
Conditioning, weights. Jackson
Fitness Center. Jackson, Nash
Karate, Capoeira Angola, Tai Chi for health. South Shore
Therapeutic recreation. Jackson

Football
Jackson and Washington Junior Bears and Cheerleading

Gymnastics King high (pretty much the only for kids, teens, adults, teams, tumbling. (Girls team tumbling at Washington). Lakefront gymnastics is at Calumet

Outdoor and Environmental
Junior Earth Team (JETS). Environmental ed and gardening instruction at Mann Park, active in several parks including South Shore but increasingly being cut.
Park Explorers-- moves after a 2 or 3 year cycle to next park
Partnerships. Hyde Park Art Center (at Trumbull Park)

Performing arts. Virtually none in Southeast near us except South Shore Cultural Center.
Line dance instruction. Nash
Music and movement. Washington
Band. Kennicott, South Shore
Dance (Ballet, Afr., ballrm, jazz, hip hop, latin, co. western line for seniors, Steppers, tap (incl. seniors) South Shore. At Nichols: partner Say Salsa info@saysalsa.com, 775 955-0222.
Hip Hop techniques. Jackson
Music various and of all kinds. South Shore
Piano. Jackson

Social interaction, Jackson, Kenwood, South Shore
Park Kids afterschool. Nash, Washington

Broader array of Sports and other activities (few of latter such are in this area’s parks):

Baseball/softball. All private clubs except at Jackson, Washington
Basketball. Jackson (incl. instr., teen open gym, leagues, Men's Late (Bulls), Kenwood, Midway, Nash, Washington, instruction at Kennicott, no Southeast leagues or league instruction although each park’s teams to play others and compete up to state level.
Cross country. Washington (girls only)
Football. (Junior Bears league) Jackson (incl. instruction, flag), Washington. Play others
Golf see Recreational section, above. Jackson, South Shore
Hockey (Floor). Washington
Hockey (Rat and other Ice; roller field.) Midway
Skating. Midway (including in-line)
Soccer/Futbol Jackson, Kenwood, Midway, Nichols (these are private)
Table Tennis. Kennicott
Tennis outdoor. Harold Washington, Jackson, Kenwood, Nichols, Washington
Tennis academy. Kenwood. Free camp- Jackson (lim. nos.)
Volleyball. Washington (6 on 6 instruction), Nash (co-rec), Midway

Visual Arts and Crafts instr. Kennicott, Nichols? Washington (incl. senior)
Paper. Washington
Woodcraft. Kennicott, Washington, Calumet (esp.)

SUMMER CAMPS and programs (some dates given are 2007; a few out-of-neighborhood follow the main list. Of course there's lots outside Hyde Park, Chicago and Chicagoland--consult a guide such as http://www.projectexploration.org/dys.htm.) Local parks camps follow. Info on scholarships and other specials is near the top of the page.

Soccer Tryouts for Current First and Second Grade Girls and Boys

South Side Fire FC invites children in first and second grades, interested in playing on a soccer team this fall, to come out for tryouts. The schedule for the tryouts is as follows:
Girls: Monday, June 3, 2013, 5-6 p.m.
Boys: Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
For more information on soccer teams, summer camp, and free registration for tryouts, please visit www.southsidefire.net. Please call Stephanie Beiser, (773) 502-8440, with questions.

Park District Summer Camp registration 2011 starts April 4 Monday 9 am online, April 9 in parks. Programs can be viewed online.

First, there are free things you can do to get experience, starting in summer:
-- Think about your talents and skills. Can you fix computers, babysit, tutor, clean, make beautiful birthday cards, or do yardwork? You might want to see if you can earn money doing small part-time jobs for friends and neighbors... you'll get employment experience, you'll learn about marketing, sales, and networking, and, best of all, you'll make some cash!
-- See if you can "shadow" a friend, neighbor, or relative with a job you may be interested. If you ask nicely, you may be able to follow them to work and see what they do on a daily basis.
-- Visit youthreadychicago.org to apply for internship positions
-- Pick up The Motley Fool Investment Guide For Teens, Short Term Trading in the New Stock Market by Toni Turner, or How to Make Money in Stocks - A Winning System in Good Times Or Bad by William O'Neil at a bookstore or library
-- Gain experience volunteering by checking out http://www.chicagocares.org/, 312-780-0800
-- Ask around at a local church or community center to see if things need to get done.
-- Check out http://www.investopedia.com/ and http://morningstar.com/ to learn more about investments and businesses.

and.... Service/environment
-- (example) K.A.M. Isaiah Israel Summer Youth Leadership. Includes making and tending food gardens at faith institutions and distributing the food. Learn start to scratch June-August. Call KAM 773 924-1234, http://www.kamii.org. In 2011 one the community Gourd Award and grant from the Urban Health Initiative. May include internship pay?
KAM Isaiah Israel - 2 free 4-week summer camps for teens on the environment, incl. urban farming.
July 5 and August 2. Contact kamii.org/ylsp and include a recommendation letter from a teacher or community member.

Math, Science, and Technology
--Visit projectexploration.org to learn about summer science programs in Chicago and around the nation!
--howstuffworks.com will answer any and all questions you've ever had about what you see on a daily basis and how it works
-- Volunteer for the Lincoln Park Zoo: http://www.lpzoo.com/hom_volunteer.php, 312-742-2124 - just one example!!- Science and Industry, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium on the South Lakeshore... or for a hospital- La Rabida, Jackson Park, U of C
-- Pick up The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan, The Works by Kate Ascher, and Entertaining Mathematical Puzzles by Marvin Gardner.-- Interested in architecture? Check out one of David Macaulay's fabulous illustrated books. Contact Chicago Architecture Foundation, Landmarks Illinois or Preservation Chicago.
-- Go to ocw.mit.edu to take MIT courses for free!
--The IIT Middle-School Computer Discovery Camp for Girls, sponsored by the IIT College of Science and Letters and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, will be held Mondays to Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., July 18-28, on IIT's Main Campus. Vida Winans (CS MS '90), senior instructor of computer science, will lead participants in a variety of hands-on activities to develop their interest and skills.
The camp is based on a program hosted at IIT last summer, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) "Broadening Participation in Computing" program. High-achieving, motivated girls who will enter grades 7-9 this fall are eligible. Students from populations underrepresented in computer science and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), including African-American, Hispanic and Native American students, are especially encouraged to apply. The cost for the Middle-School Computer Discovery Camp for Girls is $475.00; need-based scholarships are available. To learn more, see https://sites.google.com/site/iitcomputerdiscoverycamp/registration. For questions, please contact Vida Winans at 312-567-5334 or Winans@iit.edu.

Kenwood Academy will host the Project Syncere in conj. with After School Matters to provide 20 seniors with intensive summer engineering training on STEM projects such as robotics, electrical circuit design, and renewable energy.
June 25-August 2, M-Th 9-1. Call the school at 773 535-1350.

Mt. Carmel Summer Camp - web and video, art and archit in Chicago, Science fun) http://www.mchs.org/summercamp.

Journalism, Art, Music, Drama, Performance and Literature
-- Visions Blu Institute "Say Something" Youth (ages 9-17) Digital Media Summer Program. This program is accepting applications until July 1 for a 5-week class at Logan Center, 915 E. 60th St. , with a rotation of instructors--from Medill School of Journalism, Columbia College, JET, The Chicago Defender. Ends with a student showcase of stories researched, interviewed, or writing, editing, video, or audio skills. Visit visionsblue.com. Founder is Kenwood Alum Karon Hamlet.
-- Start a blog! Review movies, music, books, cover news in your neighborhood and write about it online. You can start your own blog at www.wordpress.com, http://wwww.blackyouthproject.com, or many more.
-- Visit youngchicagoauthors.org, 773.486.4331 for information about teen publications and spoken word poetry
-- chipublib.org,(312) 747-4090, has lots of resources for teens, including resources for free stuff to do!
-- Check out Red Eye and the Chicago Weekly for free events
-- Write an article, letter to the editor, or op-ed on an issue you care about and submit it to a local newspaper
-- Join 826 Chicago: 826chi.org, 773 772 8108
-- Check out www.cosmolearning.com for free lectures about everything!
--Timeless Gifts Mentoring Program for the Arts - nonprofit, for ages 8-18. Gives young performers the opportunity to participate in a 6-week summer program with world-class performers and technicians in voice, dance, piano, guitar, bass, drums percussion, violin, trumpet, sound engineering, videogdrpahy. Founded by rising diva Joan Collaso (Powered by Action- website not working when tried). Currently at DU SABLE MUSEUM. 740 E. 56th Pl. 773 947-0600.

Politics and Government and community repair
-- Find your local alderman: http://www.chicityclerk.com/citycouncil/alderman/find.html, browse section in http://www.cityofchicago.org (312) 742-5375, and see if you can volunteer for their office (in HP contact at TPreckwinkle@cityofchicago.org, 4659 S. Cottage Grove 2nd fl, 773 536-8103; LHairston@cityofchicago.org, 2325 E. 71st St., 773 324-5555.
-- Follow current events in the newspaper and write letters to politicians asking for change.
-- Volunteer for a cause you care about. Organize protests, informational sessions, petitions, send out e-mails, and so on. You'll learn how to be a leader and how to get things done!
-- Join up with the Mikva Challenge! www.mikvachallenge.org, (312) 863-6340
-- Consider becoming a Public Ally. You need to be 17 and have a high school diploma or a GED for this 10-month paid program that will help you think about social issues and leadership. (www.publicallies.org; 312.422.7777)
--My Life, My Research, New Citizens Program: July 8-Aug 8 2013 15 high schools participate in an AfterSchool Matters program with Kathy Cohen at U of C on evaluating and adopting anti-violence strategies for their schools and neighborhoods, including surveys. (Includes Kenwood, King, Philips, and Dyett.) Will work with officeholders, journalists, KLEO Community Life Center, and SECC.

Fashion, Games, Other
-- Visit http://chicagofashionresource.com/ to learn more about designers and boutiques in the city of Chicago.
-- Teach yourself how to play chess! You can start with a book like Chess for Everyone: A Complete Guide for the Beginner and then start to play games online and in the city of Chicago
-- Chicagoland Games holds free board game nights on Wednesdays at 6:00pm. Visit chicagolandgames.com or call 773-728-3656.
--Chicago Summer Network at Ray and Bret Harte includes Fashion Design, Drumline, Etiquette and whole lot more. (about here)

Update for summer park district programs follows. Common rules: Observe listed age, height, weight, health restrictions and all posted safety and park/venue rules and rules for rides. If you see something, say something. Dress appropriately and for weather. Use appropriate waterproof sunscreen. Know how to swim- weak or non swimmers should have life vests near water. Use rules and common sense re diapers-- and use water proof by water. Follow lifeguards' instructions.

Help to go to park summer camp and related CPD programs

Summer is around the corner, and the best way to keep the children of our communities safe,
is to keep them occupied. The Chicago Park District has many free-to-low cost programs for
youth and teens alike this summer. Thanks to Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s Summer Safety Surplus
grant, we are able to offer financial assistance to thousands of children for day camp.

Applicants must provide proof of participation in the Illinois Free and Reduced Lunch Program.

Applicants who do not participate in the school lunch program can prove eligibility by providing
income verification (i.e., 2012 recent pay stubs for last 30 days, AFDC / TANF case #, a copy
of a recent IRS 1040 form). All information submitted is confidential.

To apply for financial assistance, bring copies of the required documents to the desired park
through June 11 during normal park hours.

If you know of any families that may be able to take advantage of this opportunity, please feel free
to share this information.

2014 Chicago Park District Day Camps run June 23th through August 1.

Contact your local park for details.

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Free outdoor tennis lessons for ages 8-12 at Kenwood Community Park, 9-noon, 1330 E. 50th St. Daily. 312 747-6286.

Nichols Gym pickup basketball for teens 13-17 Thursdays 6-8. (Adults Tuesdays). Walk-in registration required. $2 per person per night. 312 747-2703.

Jackson Park. Sports camp in the fieldhouse. Fitness center certain hours for teens. BB evenings. Tennis lessons in the 63rd courts.
Summer Track Program by Chicago Track Club- free, introductory for ages 6-14 all abilities through August. Teams representing community organizations thoroughout Chicago compete in meets and race to be citywide champs. Train at the Jackson Park track at 61st and Stony (until moves for construction) Mon. and Wed. 5-7. http://www.chicagotractkclub.com, 312 243-3335.

5th Ward Triathlon July 28, 7 am (8 am kids events) from 63rd St. beach. 773 324-5555. Backpacks for kids in attendance.

• After School Matters. The Chi Anti VI Youth Violence Reduction Program will be operating this summer for the third year (2015). Please make sure to share this link for Teens to enroll. These are paid positions for Teens.
  http://www.afterschoolmatters.org/teens
• Akiba-Schechter 5235 S, Cornell, 774 493-8880. http://www.akiba-schechter.org. Enr. 225 incl. pr-8th, after school. Miriam Schiller, Principal. Summer school open enrollment. For applications: Administrative Assistant, Reada Sabes, at 4reada@gmail.com.
• Alegro Summer Music Camp- mid July-August. Contact Donna Lee Fackenthal773 288-0725.
• The Ancona School 2009 summer program - Destination South Korea!.
  Ancona School Summer Program. (2014 theme is Nigeria. June 23-August 1. For ages 3 through sixth grade. Full time 5 day Includes drama, field trips, languages, music, outdoor adventures, fun, swimming, drama. 4770 S. Dorchester, Chicago, IL 60615, www.anconaschool.org, 773 924-2356. Director Bonnie Wishne bwishne@anconaschool.org, Admissions Carol Parham cparham@anconaschool.org.
  Welcome to A Grand Italian Summer at Ancona! In our safe and nurturing environment, your child wil enjoy six full weeks of camp friendships, new experiences, laughter and fun. In addition to weekly swimming, beach days and exciting field trips, our students will explore fascinating themes that weave through the program. Italian language, culture and cooking add a special Continental flair, and each unique individual grows in our fun, stimulating program. http://www.anconaschool.org.
• Argonne National Laboratories Pre-College Research Participation. http://www.anl.gov/index.html. 9700 S. Cass Ave., DuPage Co., IL 60439. Graduating high school seniors (GPA 3.5 plus, and enrolled in college for the next fall) selected to take an 8-week program in laboratory research with scientists. Subjects biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, environmental sciences, material sciences, mathematics, physics. Receive a stipend of $375 per week. Contact Lisa L. Reed, 630-252-3366.
• AYSO American Youth Soccer Organization- Hyde Park-Kenwood. $$. Fill out form and bring it.
  Ayso Camp c July 13-17 9-12 am on the Midway.
  Chicago Fire Camp 2014/MLS July 7-13, 4-7 pm on the Midway/Lab School. www.Lhannant@chicagofire.com.
  Challenger Camp Aug 20-24 9-12 am on the Midway. www.challengersports.com.
  Free camp for children with disabilities July 6-10)
  19 and up: Jackson Park afternoons- must register.
  AYSO- Register 773 324-KICK, www.ayso751.org.
• Baseball/Softball. Examples: Legends; August 3rd Saturday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm. Ald. Willie B. Cochran's 20th Ward Youth Baseball Camp. Ages 8-12. Washington Park Field House, 5531 S. King. Baseball and Fast Pitch Softball Camp for Boys and Girls. No exper. or equip., no fee. Registration deadline. August 14. 773 985-5610. Various other clinics include B.I.G. and Ellis Park/Keronn Jackson below.
• Basketball- CAPS District 003 at Henry Crown Center, 5550 S. University- Ages 13-29 every Saturday 2:30-5:30 pm. Free. Officer C. Hutchinson, 312 747-7004. Bears, Chicago Bears Camps, Junior Bears, Chicago Youth Football Camps-- Some years have summer camps, half-day clinics or programs during the year in conjunction with schools and parks if minimum registration occurs. Also, Junior Bears FREE multi-week camps at Jackson and Washington Parks serve hundreds of kids. http://www.BearsCamps.com.
• B.I.G. Baseball Academy. Ellis Park, Kenwood Park (But moves around each year) and camps for public and private school kids- "Best Instruction Guaranteed." All coaches are current or former pro players. Instructs indoor and outdoor baseball clinics throughout the city year round for kids aged 4 to high school. Instruction-drills-strength and conditioning-field trips to minor league stadiums. Certificates. $175 a week. July camps 9:30 am-12:30 pm, August camps 9:30 am-3:30 pm. Contact Keronn Walker 773 206-9363. See also Ellis Park. Keronn@bigbaseballacademy.com. http://www.bigbaseballacademy.com.
  Youth Summer Camp at IIT College, 31st and Michigan ages 3-13- bring fielders glove, lunch and $150 per week or $35 per day. Weekly sessions run June 21 2010-September 10.
  Youth Wooden Bat League at Lake Meadows Park, 3117 S. Rhodes Tu and Th July 27-Sept. 2- tee-ball 4-6 ages 3-5, pee-wee 5-6:30 ages 67, rest later- League fee $100.
  Summer Adult Wooden Bat League at IIT College 31st and Michigan Uniforms provided but not fielders glove and wood bat (high schoolers via their coach or scout. Mons, w's, Sats June 12-Aug. 10 League fee $300- check website or call.
• Black Star Project. Summer program for high school students.-2010 programs with IIT, U of C, and City Colleges. Each Friday starting July 9 rotating at different campuses- July 09: Columbia College
  July 16: University of Chicago and Olive Harvey
  July 23: Truman College
  July 30: Illinois Institute of Technology
  August 06: DePaul University `
  August 13: Alabama A&M
  August 20: Xavier University
  August 27: Loyola University of Chicago
  

  The workshops topics will include:

  · Financial aid
  · An explanation of the admission process
  · Campus life
  · Courses and majors offered

  For more information about the Project 5000 College Preparation Series, please email smp@blackstarproject.org (This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it) or call The Black Star Project office at (773) 285-9600.
  They also have summer parent and literacy camps, more- see in the Main Academic section.

• Blackstone Branch Library, Chicago Public Library. Summer Reading Program June 11-August 4 2007, other programs on arts and crafts, Chicago stories various days. Blackstone Library. One example: Coming to Blackstone Library this summer: Summer Reading Program- theme: Land of Lincoln Readers. Children are encouraged to read at least 25 picture or chapter books. (dep on age). Win a tee shirt. Guests come to read. 800+ kids read 1400 books in 2008. 4904 S. Lake Park. 312 747-0505. http://www.chipublib.org, find in branches.
• Blues Camp Columbia College with Fernando Jones, July 4-9. Grades 6-12. Learn to play with the best and in ensembles at the various famous blues venues and more. Anchored in Columbia College, 1014 S. Michigan. http://www.BluesKids.com. It covers guitar, bass, voice, percussion, harmonica, keyboard, brass, songwriting, live performance, and digital audio recording. Most of the auditions have already passed- remaining May 22, 120 an at Columbia 1014 S. Michigan, June 3 7 pm at Guitar Center 4271 W. 167th in Country Club Hills 708-799-0315, and June 5, 2 pm at Chicago Federation of Musicians, 656 W. Randolph Suite 2W 312 784-0063. Make appointments via BluesNewz@aol.com, 312 369-3229.
  There is also a free teacher workshop with CPDU credits on using the blues to improve literacy and help close the achievement gap: Music as a Second Language- Wednesday July 7 3:30-5:30 pm a Columbia College.
• Cedar Lodge camps in southwest Michigan-Summer General Co-ed Camp with strong riding component, Riding stable hunter/jumper show stable, weekends too. Stella Edwards, PO Box 218, Lawrence, MI 49064, 269 674-8071, info@cedarlodge.com. http://www.cedarlodge.com. With strong ties to the old Hyde Park Co-Op and the national cooperative movement. It teaches cooperation as an approach to life.
• Cheerleading- see Jackson for one example.
• Chicago Childcare Society summer camp. Ages 3-5. From BIG baseball to gardening and nature and other field trips. Full day 7:30-5 and extension to 6. Subsidy accepted. Highest quality. 5467 S. University. 773 643-0452, http://www.cccsociety.org.
• Chicago Fire Soccer- see in Recreation section above. Summer 2014: Chicago Fire Soccer- Who: Boys and Girls, U7- U14 (rising 1st- 8th graders)
  What: Soccer Skills, Scrimmages, Swimming, Team Building, World Cup Fun
  When: Monday-Friday, June 16-20th, 9:00am-4:00pm, $350 or Wednesday-Friday, June 18-20th, $225.
  Where: University of Chicago Lab School & Midway Plaisance, Hyde Park
  For more info go to www.southsidefire.net. Also Available: Early Drop-off (8am), $15/ day & Late Pick Up (5:30pm), $20/day
• Chicago Freedom School. 719 S. State St. 3N 60615, 312 435-1201. Learn the past and how to work and fight for what you believe in. Includes summer classes and internships for freshmen-juniors (appl. due by May 1-It can be downloaded or completed online at: http://chicagofreedomschool.org/initiatives/youth-leadership-development ). Contact hilda@chicagofreedomschool.org,
• Chicago Park District- see individual fieldhouses in the Recreation section above or in our Recreation and Fitness page. Harris, Jackson, Kennicott, Kenwood, Midway, Washington. Summer day camp " "Fun Daze 2010" - preview on line from April 5, register online from Aril 24 www.chicagoparkdistrict.com, in field house from April 24. 312 742-play, 312 747-2001 tty. Fees vary BUT NO CHILD WILL BE TURNED AWAY for short funds- SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE.
• Chicago Summer Network camps at Ray, Bret Harte, and McDade Classical schools June 20-July 30 M-F 9:30-4 with before and after options, discounts for multiple children. $550. Early bird rate through March 11. Register at Ray by appointment at 5631 S. Kimbark, at Harte on Mondays, at McDade Fridays 8801 S. Indiana or online at http://www.chicagosummernetwork.com. Info 312 852-8300, info@chicagosummernetwork.com. Art, Dance, Photography, Fashion Design, Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Drumline, Swimming, Etiquette... Website forthright on programs, policies, expectations. Committed to ties to year-long curriculum.
• Chicago Track Club. An urban track and field club for Youth, Elite in Jackson Park et al featuring sprint, distance coaching (Richard Nayer and other coaches from area), with training and competition supported at local, state, nat'l levels. Works with 4th, 20th…wards, city and CPS. http://www.chicagotrackclub.com. More below in Mayor Daley's (or Emanuel's) Summer Track Program with World Sports Chicago and various local wards partic. 4th. Currently at Kenwod Academy track.
  2012: Youth track club to train in Jackson Park. The Chicago Track Club, part of World Sports Chicago Summer Program, again is training kids 5-14 through August at the Take the Field track at 62nd and Stony Island. (Some kids and adults outside that age group may also quality. The teams compete around the city and meet Olympic athletes. Free. Workouts are Mondays and Wednesdays 5-7 p.m. Info: chicagotrackclub.com or 312-243-3335.
  http://w ww.chicagotrackclub.com. nayerchicagotc@aol.com.
  2013: Chicago Track Club in conjunction with World Sport Chicago has begun
  training at the Jackson Park Track, 61st and S. Stony Island Ave.
  Practices are Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 PM to 7 PM. They meet
  trackside. Both Coach Beacham and Nayer are at practices. STARTING APRIL 21 2014.
  There are both regular and WSC Track meets as well.
  Kids 6 to 14 will also be able to compete in the World Sport Chicago
  Summer Program meets and final meet with Chicago Track Club.
  The World Sport's Chicago Summer Track Program is a free introductory track and field initiative for children ages 6-14, which will run from June to August and practices in Jackson Park. Teams representing many of Chicago's community organizations will compete in meets throughout the summer and race to be named citywide champs. The program is open to all those with visual and physical disabilities. Practice times are Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-7 p.m., at the 400-meter track at Jackson Park, 61st Street and Stony Island Avenue. For more information and to fill out a contact form, visit chicagotrackclub.com or call 312-243-3335.
  [nayerCHICAGOTC@aol.com.] 2012 coaches Richard Nayer and Greg Beacham. Sponsored by World Sports Chicago and Nike.
• Chicago Youth Camps are no longer on the South Side (nor are Cubs or Sox camps). See Junior Bears/Chicago Bears Camps in Recreational section for similar.
• Chicago Youth Leadership Academy. A partnership of the Chicago Police Department 3rd District and the University of Chicago. In summer 2009, about 30 bright to average but at risk high schoolers were identified by teachers, orgs. and others from the Woodlawn and Washington Park areas (Hyde Park, King and Hershey high schools) to be brought on UC campus for a week. Involved total immersion in the work of the various police units and university and adult worlds, boot-camp style activities, counseling including having round the clock police male mentors, sports, academics, real discussions about their lives and real consequences of actions, and more. Hope is to expand it into a continuous program for many more kids, hopefully from more neighborhoods, in conjunction with Office of Special Programs (Upward Bound). Rudy Nimocks, rend@uchicago.edu. Parental support is a must, providing male model-mentors is also. Drew on a University of Michigan/Mich. State Police model. currently mentoring and guiding the youth.
  "Show me your friends and I will show you your future." Responsibility, respect, trust. Dedication, Respect, Resilience, Leadership, Sportsmanship, Responsibility, Helpful Planning, Discipline are promoted. Typical day: wake up (6 am) , personal training, meal, detail formation, assignment, leadership development and character education, meal, law enforcement section, military drill, meal, hoops, mentoring. Team leaders Officer Charles O'Connor, Officer Martin Smith, Lt. Bennie Bower and Officer Maurice Burton of Mich State Police. 3rd District: 7040 S. Cottage Grove 60637, 312 747-7004, http://www.CAPS003DISTRICT@ChicagoPolice.Org. University of Chicago Police, 77e3 702-8181, www.universityofchicago.edu.
• Children's Rendez-vous. After-school program, half-days and holidays for ages 5-15. Part of the KAM-Isaiah Israel school program. Summer camps in August. 5039 South Greenwood. http://www.crv-hydepark.com. Catherine Celimene, 773 330-0277. ccelimene@crv-hydepark.com.
• Christian Summer Camps. Meaningful Service and Spiritual Growth with TEAMeffort! http://www.TeamEffort.org.
• Christian Youth Organization (Washington Park)- see in Faithful Few.
• Columbia College Summer Arts Camp. 6 week summer program for grades 3-8, month long for sophomores and juniors. http://www2.columb.edu. Lori Seidermann, 312 344-7574, lseidermann@colum.edu. summercamp@colum.edu.
• Computer/Math UC - see University of Chicago Young Scholars Program.
• Creative Center: A Summer Project for Boundless Minds- A new summer camp for ages 10-13 in Hyde Park. Roxanne B rown. 4700 block of Greenwood.
  Five Weeks of: art.literature.writing.performance.art.literature.writing.performance.art.
  drawing.painting.sculpting. creativewriting.dramatic readings.skits.drawing
  July 10 – August 9, 2013
  Wednesday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  (Before-Care [8-9 am] and After-Care [3-6 pm]- @ $10 per hour)
  Ages: 10 – 13Hyde Park-Kenwood Outdoor Studio
  Fee: $125 per week. Advance payment for the five-week program is $575. Bring a friend and receive a 20% discount or one week free!
  Registration and supplies: $50 (includes canvasses, paints/brushes, books, spiral notebooks, pencils, pens, rights to Internet-based films/video)
  Workshop participants bring brown bag lunches. Juice, water and snacks are provided. Nutritious lunch boxes are available @ $10 per day.
  For more information and registration form, email: roxwrites2@gmail.com
  Registration by July 8, 2013. Fees payable through PayPal
  art.literature.writing.performance.art.literature.writing.performance.art.
  drawing.painting.sculpting. creativewriting.dramatic readings.skits.drawing
• Creative Mansion Children's Academy. PERMANENTLY CLOSED.
• DuSable Museum of African American Arts- check and see what they have in addition to craft festival.
• Ellis Park- Best Instruction Guaranteed Baseball Academy (B.I.G). All current or former pro players. Instructs indoor and outdoor baseball clinics throughout the city year round for kids aged 4 to 13. Camp at Ellis June 19 t0August 29. Instruction-drills-strength and conditioning-field trips to minor league stadiums. Certificates. $175 a week. July camps 9:30 am-12:30 pm, August camps 9:30 am-3:30 pm. 707 E. 37th St. 60653. Contact Keronn Walker 773 206-9363, Keronn@bigbaseballacademy.com. Same as BIG.
• Faithful Few (The). Founded in 2005. Hyde Parker Denard Jacox, Director. 1448 E. 52nd St. #164, 773 834-6722. Also given as 773 426-3472. But its website gives at least for gifts C/O LaDonna McCormick, Secretary, 3629 South Indiana. djacox@hotmail.com. faithfulfew1986@hotmail.com. Works using volunteers including with children with attention deficit and hyperactivity or bipolar disorders. Works holistically including through one on one mentoring, softball and work with YMCA, Chicago Park District. One event is teaming up with Broken Arrow for family horseback riding and festival in Washington Park. Also dedicated to keeping girls off the streets. Works with The Woodlawn Collaborative.http://www.faithfulfew.org.
  Faithful Few has now expanded its male teen softball recreation and mentoring program to girls basketball GOTS (which see). For both genders, the program offers sports, life skills such as cooking, self-defense and experiences such as Air and Water Show, flying with Tuskegee Airmen. Funding from several Booth Business School professors at U of C.
  Girls baseball signup in Washington Park for Faithful Few GirlsOffTheStreets. June 12 and 19 11-1 in Washington Park. 773 426-3412, faithfulfew1986@hotmail.com.
  Summer 2011. Girls off the Street. We have plans for activities such as organizing a girl's fast-pitch softball team that play throughout the city, participating in a youth organization that has camps across the country (http://sites.younglife.org/camps/LakeChampion/SummerActivities.aspx), and hosting a girls' basketball tournament with Christian Youth Organization CYO at Washington Park.
  We will conclude our summer activities with "One Step Back In Time" which is an old fashion picnic with Horseback riding, games and the biggest water balloon battle you've so proud of what we will be able to accomplish with the support of YOU our sponsors.
  Sust-partners, “Girls off the Street” isn't like traditional sports programs. Our program offers fitness, nutrition, health, and leadership skills to address girls' overall health while engaging them in fun activities. Parents know their girls need Girls off the Street, and they need your help to make this a reality. Our program is either totally free to girls or offered on a sliding scale. Please visit our website now and make a donation; it may just save a young girl's life this summer.
• Fire soccer- see South Side Fire Soccer.
• First Baptist Church Camping Ministry, for children grade 2 and up. 935 E. 50th St. http:/www.campgrow.org. http://www.firstbaptist-chicago.org. 773 536-3430.
• Fishin' Buddies conservation intense camp and jobs at Chicago State. The Youth Conservation Conference in June is a free, intensive conservation training program held during the week of June 22 (2009) on the campus of Chicago State University. High school students who complete the training and show commitment to conservation issues will be offered paid summer internships with local conservation organizations, including Fishin’ Buddies, the Cook County Forest Preserve District, and the Field Museum. Visit http://www.fishin-buddies.net to find out more and to download an application. Application deadline is mid May (2009). Gets a lot of funding, so check it out. Also introduces and trains on wildlife conservation, prairie restoration, and reinforces reading and writing skills. Unable to find correct separate link (or in city website) -- http://www.fishin-buddies.net seems to be for the Forest Preserves. Captain John Kidd.
• Fitzgerald's Martial Arts. Karate camp June 11-August 22 2012, July 9-20, August 6-17. Fishing, swimming, soccer, bike riding, karate and more. Master Joe Fitzgerald. 1742 E. 55th Street. Joe Fitzgerald. 773 643-5648. www.fitzgeraldsmartialarts.com.
• Future Hoops of America. Basketball camps for girls aged 7-12. Dejeanette Flournoy at 312 554-5680, futurehoopsofamerica@yahoo.com.
• Future Investors Clubs- see at top. See also for summer camp in the Financial-Entrepreneurial section.
• Future World Learning Center. 1744 E. 55th St. Charisse Parham-Kitover. Includes computer training for kids, "Chicago Kids Got Talent" tv show on CAN-TV and much more. Summer School and after-schol K-6. http://www.fwkidz.org, http://www.chicagokidsgottalent.org. 773 256-1570, details at 312 719-4907.
  Before and after school centers- partnering with computers in park fieldhouses, internet fun learning, afterschool homework help using computers and competition and teaching blitz math, speed reading, photo/graphics, website creation. Can be affordable or free.
• Game Time Athletics summer sports and fitness camp 21010. Basketball, Tennis, Baseball, Golf. Smaller camp group sizes. Daily swimming. Art and crafts. Field tips. Sports activities. Science classes. Fun culinary and nutrition classes. Exercise equipment for children. Fitness routines led by an award winning AAU basketball coach and fines's instructor. June 21-August 20. Extended camp hours available. At Dyett High school Athletic bldg, 555 E. 51st St. Call Mona, 312 854-8600, gtacamps@aol.com, www.gtacamp.com.
• Garfield Arts Incubator- see with Logan Center
• Gear Up (city and UC)- see in the Academics section.
• GenTech. Founded by Hyde Parker Deborah Thompson to provide technology and entrepreneurial camps, tutoring and experience. In 2010, students invented smart phone apps that are already in production and use! 7 week camp for ages 8-17. Also includes classes in video game creation, website creating, 3-D animation. They hardly know they are doing work or research. 93% show gains in math, 98% gains in reading. http://www.mygentech.net, 773 324-7772.
  Summer 2013: GenTech Experiential Camp at U of C- grades 2-12: learn Digital Media & Technology through:
  Video Game Design 3-D Printing Toys for Games Robotics 2- and 3-D Animation Candy, Cheese & Chocolate Making Rocketry XBox Game Creation Creating the Animated Cartoon Architecture And More!
  June 24 - July 3 8 am - 6 pm (No Charge for Extended Hours!)
  July 8 - July 19 Thru March 31, 2013 DOUBLE GRANTS
  July 22- August 2 Tuition reduced from $550 to $350 per week!
  August 5 - August 16 6 months to pay with "Bill Me Later"!
  To take advantage of this offer and reserve your grant monies:

  1. Click Register@mygentech.net to request a Schedule, Course Descriptions, and Admission Packet with Registration Form.

  2. Return the signed (electronic is fine) Registration Form and Policies and Procedures sheet before Sunday, March 31, 2013 to Register@mygentech.net.

  3. You will receive a PayPal invoice for $210 plus $100 deposit per week of registration. To request a different amount, simply call GenTech at 773-324-7772.

• Girls off the Street- see Faithful Few, above
• Golf, tennis- see Jackson Park and Sno-Gophers or Swing and Putt in Recreation above; more in Recreation page. Or Google Kemper sports, incl. for Junior Golf at South Shore Cultural Center.
• GOTS- Faithful Few's Girls Off The Streets basketball and other sports program. (See Faithful Few in various sections for its other programs open to girls.) Active involvement through sports (currently basketball), visits by guest mentors, nutrition classes, tutoring, community service projects. Takes its cue from Michelle Obama to make girls healthy, well-rounded and in a safe environment. Family oriented. Includes Kenwood students. Meets M, W, F 6-9 and select Saturdays in Washington Park Fieldhouse, 5531 S. King Dr. 773 426-3472.
• Harris Recreational Center. See in recreation and in Park Distinct fieldhouse sections above.
• The Homework Mastery Center. Homework tutoring. 5220, 5234 S. Blackstone. 773 684-2555 or 363-5844. http://www.homeworkmasterycenter.com. An After School Matters program. K-12. State approved, certified teachers on staff. Stresses creativity, includes summer program. admin@homeworkmastery.com.
• Hyde Park Allegro Music Camp. August 12-16 2013 at Logan Center, 915 E. 60th St. With Donna Lee Fackenthal Piano Studio. 9 am- pm. For ages 6-11. No formal training required. Daily instrument demonstrations, lessons, fundamentals, participation in children's choir, handbell choir, instrument making, outdoor folk dancing. http://www.hpamc.org, dlfpiano@me.com.
• Hyde Park Art Center. Many programs for kids in summer- Creativity Camps June 14-Sept. 3 2010. 1 and 2-week sessions M-F 9-3- online registration.
  Creativity camps -new art explorations 1 and 2 week sessions. 2008? June 16, Monday through September 5, Friday. Hyde Park Art Center's Creativity Camps. Visual arts, theatre arts an outdoor play! One and two week sessions for ages k-6 and up. Register at 773 324-5520. The Center is at 5020 S. Cornell.
  Also, Summer classes 10 week run late-August 31 at Hyde Park Art Center, http://www.hydeparkart.org. 5020 S. Cornell. 773 324-5520. Or pick up brochure with form at the Center.
  Summer Creativity Camp New Art Explorations 2012- June 11-Aug. 31. 5 weekly sessions and two mini camps. Grades re-1, 2 and 3, 4 and 5. $600 to $650, discounts, minicamps $350-375, aftercare available with cost. Also a camp fo kids aged 10 and up. Subjects include various visual arts in the morning and theater arts in the afternoon. Includes stop motion animation, printmaking, guerilla art, video, models and miniatures, scrolls and screens, still life, digital photo, costumes, printmaking, comics, metalsmithing. June 11-Aug. 31. Reg. opens c. April 25, deadline for discount June 7? Ray Yang, ryang@hydeparkart.org.
• Hyde Park Jewish Community Center- below under JCC.
• Hyde Park Legends Baseball- see in Recreation section.
• Hyde Park Neighborhood Club.
  All-day Summer Camp runs June 18 2012--August 19. Young children 0-4 use the Tot Lot and Play and Learn (year round with parents/caregivers. Elementary K-12 take weekly field trips, learn to swim, grow a garden, play tennis, soccer and bb and make friends from other schools.
  Middle and high school students (7th-10th) explore the city, learn new skills, develop life and leadership experiences. "Learn Grow Thrive."
  For more information please call 773-632-4062. info@hpnclub.org. http://www.hpnclub.org.
  New 2012- tennis lessons as part of camp (can also buy equipment)- with US Tennis Association. USTA site look for "10andunderforchildren.)
• Hyde Park School of Dance summer program classes toddlers (3) to adult. Two 4-week sessions. Session I June 4-July 1, Session II July 9-Aug. 4 2012. Creative movement, pre-ballet, ballet, point, modern; including African, teacher trainee, Book Fair and Dancing in the Parks workshops. 5550 S. Woodlawn, 773 493-8498, www.hydeparkdance.org.
  Summer 2014 June 2-28, July 7-Aug 2 and intensives.
• Hyde Park Suzuki Institute. Summer term July 7-August 30 2014 8 weeks. Recitalis August 31.Register for Twinkle Stars, Vili, Violo, Cello, Piano and Guitar. Chamber music, field trip to Ravinia. tt00 S. woodlawn. 773 643-1388. www.hydeparksuzuki.org.
• The IIT Middle-School Computer Discovery Camp for Girls, sponsored by the IIT College of Science and Letters and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, will be held Mondays to Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., July 18-28, on IIT's Main Campus. Vida Winans (CS MS '90), senior instructor of computer science, will lead participants in a variety of hands-on activities to develop their interest and skills.
  The camp is based on a program hosted at IIT last summer, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) "Broadening Participation in Computing" program. High-achieving, motivated girls who will enter grades 7-9 this fall are eligible. Students from populations underrepresented in computer science and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), including African-American, Hispanic and Native American students, are especially encouraged to apply. The cost for the Middle-School Computer Discovery Camp for Girls is $475.00; need-based scholarships are available. To learn more, see https://sites.google.com/site/iitcomputerdiscoverycamp/registration. For questions, please contact Vida Winans at 312-567-5334 or Winans@iit.edu.
• Inner-City Youth Foundation camping. Contact Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5200 S. University, 312-523-8729. Contact Scott Shurtliff, ss@byu.net. Search in www.lds.org.773 493-1830. (Inner-City Youth:) (773) 285-2000 - 4500 S Michigan Ave.
• Insight- see University of Chicago Summer Session Office-.
• I Twirl Dance. 2013 July 6-August 12 6 weeks. September 9-December 14- 13 weeks. St. Paul and the Redeemer, 4945 S. Dodrchester. $50 deposit. by appointment only. 773 368-4058, facebook.com/itwirldanceprograms, itwirldanceprogams@gmail.com.
• Iona Calhoun School of Dance- offering intensive ballet adt King Prep summer 2015. Iona A. Calhoun-Battiste, MA, Quad Communities Development Corporation Anti-Violence Program Director 4659 South Cottage Grove Ave. Suite 204 Chicago, IL. 60653 (773) 268-7232
  Ibattiste@qcdc.org
• Jackson Park- see in Recreation and Park District fieldhouses/playgrounds sections above. 773 256-0903. 6401 S. Stony Island Ave.
  Tumbling Camp Aug. 4-8 9 am-12 pm; Cheerleading Camp Aug. 11-15 9 am-12 pm. Both $42 per camp (cost going up sign. each year)
• Jackson Park Yacht Club summer sailing camps for youth. See above
• Jazz institute of Chicago (410 S Michigan Ave, #943, Chicago, IL, 60605. 312 427-1676, Fax 312-427-1684) and Chicago Park District: 2009 An opportunity to learn about and to perform jazz this summer and earn money as a CPD employee while learning from the greats including Hyde Park's Willie Pickens, Pat Mallinger, Lorin Cohen. Runs July 27-Sept. 5 (Chicago Jazz Festival). http://www.jazzinchicago.org.

  Jazz Ambassadors Auditions

  For the second straight year the Jazz Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Park District will run a youth summer program that pays young jazz musicians to learn from world class jazz musicians and perform throughout the city.

  This 6 week program runs from July 27th through September 5th, with a number of concerts presented including a culminating performance at the Chicago Jazz Festival.

  The students will work with Willie Pickens, Pat Mallinger, and Lorin Cohen over the course of 6 weeks, giving them a broad range of experience and input on their musicianship and ensemble work.

  We are auditioning musicians to fill 10 seats, and the musicians will be paid employees of the Chicago Park District for the duration of the program.

  Auditions for the JIC/CPD Summer Program will be held on Wednesday May 6th-- but more are being advertised, from 5-8 pm at the Fine Arts Building/410 S. Michigan Avenue/Room 838.

  If you or any young person you know are interested in participating, please fill out below application and fax it to 312-427-1684, or copy the information into an email and send it to dan@jazzinchicago.org.

  If you have any questions and to get downloadable description and application feel free to call Dan at 312-427-1676.

• JCC Day Camp (Hyde Park Jewish Community Center): 3 options: at JCC, 5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd. (ages 3 to 2nd grade); Camp at Anita M. Stone JCC (3d-9th grands--10 acre Anita M. Stone Community Center campsite in Flossmoor; JCC's Apachi Chicago Day Camp (age 4-6th grade) at UIC campus. Incl. swimming at Dyett pool. June 22-August 14 2009- for Apache call 773 938-8348. . http://www.gojcc.org/daycamp. (view brochures), or call either 708 794-1059 or 773 753-3080. Michael Goldstein, mgoldstein@gojcc.org.
• Junior Bears- see in the Recreation section above.
• Just for Kids LLC. Christian summer camp and year round preschool through K. Literacy-based curriculum, weekly themes, bible classes, field trips, meals, arts, phys ed. Mon-Fri 7-6:30. $50 reg. and $150 per week prorated for half day. Takes Illinois Action. 5036 S. Blackstone. 773 285-6007. http://www.justforkidsllc.com.
• K.A.M. Isaiah Israel Nursery School Summer Program. June 12-July 26 2012. Tu, W, Th, 9 am-noon. Gardening, bubbles, water play, art projects, songs, games. Open House May 2 6-7:30 pm. 5039 S. Greenwood. Enter Greenwood from 50th and bring gov't photo ID. Fran 773 924-1234, fran@kamii.org, http://www.kamii.org/nursery.
• K.A.M. Isaiah Israel Summer Youth Leadership. Includes making and tending food gardens at faith institutions and distributing the food. Learn start to scratch June-August. Call KAM 773 924-1234, http://www.kamii.org. In 2011 one the community Gourd Award and grant from the Urban Health Initiative. KAM Isaiah Israel's summer Farm and Food School. July and August. This program raises food for homelsess and local restaurants. Contact FarmSchoolDirector@kamii.org.
  FREE- Students entering grade 9- ending grade 12 are sought to tend and learn gardening and sustainable farming and living in the KAM community garden. 4 week free program Sundays in 2015 July 5 and Aug. 2 10 am - 3 pm 2013. Download at kamii.org/ylsp by start of July. Need a letter or recommendation from a teacher or community member. .
• Kalapriya Indian Arts Camp. Exploration of India through Dance, Storytelling theater, yoga and music. Two weeks for ages 5-10, June 18-029 2012, 9 am-12:30 pm. Prob. at 1438 E. 57th St. Register at http://www.kalapriya.org. info@kalapriya.org, 773 363-9303.
• Kenwood Academy- Rhythm and Drama for girls. All day June 18-August 24, reg. by June 1. Ask at school/773 535-1350. Check for other summer programs not restricted to Kenwood students also.
• Kenwood Park- see in recreation and in park district fieldhouse sections above. 1350 E. 50th St.
  Outdoor Tennis 9-noon. Free lesson for 8-12 yo. 1330 E. 50th St. 312 747-6286.
• Lab School- see SummerLab.
• Lango Kids. Foreign Languages for Kids. http://www.LangoChicago.com. More info contact Baby Ph D and Lango Belles North Chicago -Tel: 219.614.3322, langobelles@yahoo.com. Foreign languages for the really young. Now has a Hyde Park site in conjunction with Baby PhD Childcare Network (which see) and Hyde Park Neighborhood Club (which see). At Lango your child will learn another language, make developmental strides, explore other cultures and make friends. Our highly engaging language classes use music, games, art and stories to teach kids new languages. We offer language classes at convenient locations in communities around the United States.
  Tot 'N Parent, Preschool, Early Elementary (through age 8), Summer camps (ages 3-8, located in various states but not yet Midwest).
  Early Elementary Language Classes: Our early elementary students learn their new languages through adventures, activities that require increasing levels of engagement and understanding over time, and that reward kids with a feeling of accomplishment. A simple literacy component ensures that these students not only listen, speak, sing and play in their new language, but read and write as well. Lango is proud to partner with dozens of elementary schools nationwide to provide convenient classes to their students.
• Languages- see UC-Graham School.
• Legends baseball- see in Recreation- Hyde Park Legends.
• Library, Chicago Public. Programs in Blackstone Branch are being finalized.
• Lil' Kickers/Chitown Fotbol. Neighborhood Club (773 643-4062) , Nichols Park (312 747-2703)>
  ChitownFutbol/Lil' Kickers. Soccer. Contact Hyde Park Neighborhood Club/ website. 773 643-4062. Better:http://www.chitownfutbol.com, 877 545-5457. http://www.chitownfutbol.com/o1_home/master_page.html. http://www.chitownfutbol.com/little_kickers/hyd_fall_sch.pdf. Main center at 2343 S. Throop (Chitown Futbol) Lots of classes. 18 months to 9 years. Registration in September.
  Lil' Kickers can be a child's first step toward life-long love of athletics and is based on child development theory. Builds physical, social skills and self esteem. Includes year-round at the Neighborhood Club 5480 S. Kenwood and summer in Nichols Park.
  http://www.chitownfutbol.com.
• Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center. 1060 E. 47th St. 773 285-1211. http://www.blackpearl.org. Creativity Camp- summer (starts June 21 in 2010). Amazing what's covered. And teaches the whole business as well as process of the arts.
• Little Hands Learning Center Summer Camp and Fall . 2368 E. 69th St. 773 324-6600. Register at 773 445-9000. Unique, full 8 week summer program for 2-6 year olds. Plus summer mini-camp for ages 5-6. 773 445-9000. Note, mostly in South Shore or Beverly. Session I June 29-July 31 stresses CSI, spacecamp, SuperHero Training and Mission, Medieval Times. Session II Aug. 3-21. African Safari Week, Broadcast news, Little Picasso's, Wacky Science with Simple achines. Academics included French, Spanish, Library Day, var. Sorts. Also a super mini-camp trip for 5-6s and parents. http://www.littlehandspreschool.com.
• Logan Center, 915 E. 60th St.- some programs esp. on Saturdays in summer. See also Visions Blue Insitute below.
  Arts workshops/classes start July 16 (as early as July 2 for adults) , with other sets August 5 at Logan Center for the Arts and Garfield Arts Incubator.

  SUMMER ARTS WORKSHOPS
  Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Suggested $5 donation per class for residents of the following zip codes: 60653, 60615, 60637, 60649, 60619, 60617, 60609 (must provide proof of residence) – $10 for others.
  UChicago Arts invite teens and adults from the community to participate in interactive arts workshops at the Logan Center and the Arts Incubator. Register: dominiquelboyd@uchicago.edu.
  Arts Incubator 301 E Garfield Blvd Chicago, IL 60637
  Logan Center 915 E 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637
  TEENS:

  Youth Movement with Beynji Marsh of UDE YAH
  July 16–Aug 15 / 4:30-6:30 pm @ Logan Center
  Tuesday and Thursdays

  Visual Arts with Leslye Long
  July 16–Aug 15 / 4:30-6:30 pm @ Logan Center
  Tuesdays and Thursdays

  Think It! Make It! Screen It! with Catherine Sullivan
  Aug 5-10 / 10am–3pm @ Logan Center
  Daily (Monday–Saturday)

  Creative Writing with Quraysh Ali Lansana & Toni Asante Lightfoot
  Aug 12-23 / 1-4 pm @ Logan Center
  Monday through Friday

  ADULTS
  Play Back Theatre Workshop
  July 15–Aug 12 / 6-8 pm @ Arts Incubator
  Mondays

  Community Yoga with Chatarunga
  July 2–Aug 6 / 10-11 am @ Arts Incubator
  Tuesdays

  Movement with Kevin Iega Jeff
  July 10–Aug 14 / 10-11:30 am @ Logan Center
  Wednesdays

  Storytelling with Emily Hooper Lansana
  July 11–Aug 14 / 10-11:30 am @ Arts Incubator
  Wednesdays

• Lookingglass Theatre- Lookingglass Summer Theatre Camps. Includes Camp on the Lake at Promontory Point and other locations. ages 5-18. For 9-15 year olds at Promontory Point fieldhouse on the lake and other sites. In July. Create an original piece to be performed on their mainstage. 773 477-9257 x193. lookingglasstheatre.org/education. Discounts for families and returning campers.
• M.A.D.E.- Made For Chicago leadership basketball camps- coming to Shoesmith School summer 2010. M.A.D.E. Annual "Leadership Development Summer Basketball Program.Open to boys and girls ages 9-14 June 21-July6 26 6 weeks 9 am-non. $100 per week ($75 by June 8 deadline). BB, teamwork, leadership skills, healthy nutritional habits ++. Celebrity guests. Information/reg at the school or through MADE at 312 532-2898 info@madeforchicago.org. http://www.madeforchicago.org.
• Marsha's Music Together. Preschool into lower elementary. 1438 E. 57th St. 773-288-3815. http://www.marshasmusic.com.
  Summer camp: Marsha's Music Ship for ages 5-7. 2010 June 28-July 2, July 129-July 23 3:30-5 pm at Joan's Studio.
• Mayor Daley's Summer Track Program. See under Chicago Track Club-Summer Track Program. KIDS AGED 9-14 WANTED 2009 FOR FREE SUMMERS SPORTS CAMP PROGRAM JUNE 20 (SIGN UP DEADLINE) -JULY 20. ESP. WARDS 4 AND 20 BUT OPEN TO ALL, SP. BY THE CITY, ORG'D BY ALD. COCHRAN AND PRECKWINKLE. Head Coach is Rich Nayer. IN JACKSON AND OTHER PARKS. CALL 4TH WARD OFFICE Naima Booker, 773 536-8103.
• Murray Language Academy, 5335 S. Kenwood Ave with /South Side YMCA (q.v). Murray is having a summer camp sponsored by the YMCA community schools program. The fee is $855 for six weeks and its open to all who wish to apply and the program also accepts Action for Children grants. The coordinator is Leslie Honore Smith at Murray (773) 535-0585.
• Museum of Science and Industry- Science Minors. Students grades 9-10 and 11-12 (ages 14-17) form a Science Minors corps of teenage "explainers" at the Museum. These young people fulfill service-learning requirements, learn about science, make friends, and meet professionals in science careers while sharing information about exhibits with visitors. This program bridges the worlds of school and work; participants in the program develop job skills and increase their knowledge of science and science careers through involvement with staff and resources. No fee! Year round, lengths vary. Application due a month before training starts- see website. Contact Charles Brass, 773 684-9844 x 4160, charles.brass@msichicago.org.
  Museum of Science and Industry. Lots of programs-- see description of most in other sections. Center for Science and Education partners with c40 community-based organizations to provide service to students whose families can't afford it---$1,000 worth of supplies, free transportation and lab space. http://www.msichicago.org.
  SUMMER CAMPS: Museum of Science and Industry summer week-long camps continue through August. For kids entering grade 3 in coming fall though grade 5 in coming fall. Themes include "It's Alive," "Fun in the Sun:" including making solar ovens and wind turbines and testing Lake water; "Science Olympics." $200 each week, 9 am-4:3-0pm. NO lunch provided. Regina Cavazos, 773 947-3121.
• Music Teachers of Hyde Park. In addition to its full program throughout the year culminating in April Concerto Day and May Performathon charity benefit weekend at Blackstone Library and Montgomery place and Chamber Music Days, the organization runs a Summer Ensemble Fest, a music day camp for students entering grades 6-12, held mid July at the Lab School. Visit http://www.mthp.org. Contacts in Cultural sections.
• Mount Carmel High School Summer Camp. 6410 S. Dante. Athletic camps in the morning (base & basketball, golf, soccer, fooball, wrestling), academic camps (weba adn video production, art and archtecture in chicgao, Science fun) afternoon. http://www.mchs.org/summercamp, 773 324-1020 x 208.
• Nichols Park- see in recreation and in park district fieldhouse programs sections above.
  Pickup Basketball ages 13-17 evenings 312 747-2703.
• NULITES STEM Summer Camp at Chicago Urban League Aug. 5-16 2013. 4510 S. Michigan Ave. Karen Barnes, 773 541-3592 or kbarnes@thechicagourbanleague.org.
• Oriental Institute/Lill St. Art Center summer camp .Oriental Institute Museum Summer Day Camp Aug. 2-6: Be an Egyptian Artist. For ages 8-12. Co-sp Lill Street At Center (where it is held). Pre-enr. $235. Call Lill at 773 769-4226. http://oi.uchicago.edu.
  Summer Day Camp at Oriental Institute. Last week in June. Pre-register at 773 769-4226. 1155 E. 58th St.
  July 10, Saturday mornings, 10 am-noon. Oriental Institute course begins: Amarna, Ancient Egypt's Place in the Sun. Contact 773 702-9507. $175, $225.
  July 23, Thursday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Family Adventures in Hyde Park: Take a bus from the Chicago Cultural Center Office of Tourism (Randolph and Michigan) to spend the morning touring Robie House, then a picnic on the Quads, then the afternoon at Oriental Institute for a hands-on digging experience. Must pre-reg. with Office of Tourism, 312 741-8497 or online at http://www.explorechicago.org. Best for ages 6 and older with an adult. $12 per person.
  July 24, Saturday, 10 am-3 pm. Oriental Institute/Art Institute Field Trip, Egypt in Chicago.
  This unique field trip presented in conjunction with the special Oriental Institute exhibit "Pioneers to the Past: American Archaeologists in the Middle East, 1919-1920," will give you an insiders view on the city's three major collections of ancient Egyptian art and artifacts. The day begins at the Oriental Institute where Egyptologist Emily Teeter, Oriental Institute Research Associate, introduces you to the daring post-World War I expedition to Egypt and the Middle East led by James Henry Breasted, the Institute's founder.
  One of Breasted's goals was to acquire ancient Egyptian artifacts for the University of Chicago, but he also obtained art and artifacts for the Art Institute, as well as the Field Museum on other journeys, placing Chicago on the world stage as holder of three truly significant ancient Egyptian collections. After her presentation at the Institute, Teeter will join you on a bus trip to the Art Institute for a private luncheon in the Millennium Park Room and a guided tour to discuss and view the Egyptian art Breasted obtained for study and display at the Art Institute. Fee $79 for Oriental Institute members; $89 for non-members. To register call 773-702-9507 or register online at oi.uchicago.edu.
• Parent Cooperative for Early Learning. Preschool 2-6 Incl. summer camp through age 8. Preschool 2-5s day-long year-long. Parent participation required. 7 am-6 pm. Enr. 40-56. Operated by the school's board. Field trips, professional dance instructor, swimming in the summer; on-site gym and playground. Air conditioned, open year round. Part-time or full time, 3 full or 5 half days. Summer camp for children 6-8 8:30-5:30 in late June-late August. The school prides itself on it multi-cultural ethic and parental involvement in the cooperative.
  Monica Foster, Director. 5300 South Shore Drive. http://www.parentcoop.org. Monica S. Foster (Board chair Charlene Hobson) 663 684-6363, Fax 773 684-0142. info@parentcoop.org.
• Posh Tutoring and recreation Center. Enrichment, one-on-0ne, individualized, added practice time., K-12 tutoring. Illinois Learning Standards Alignment, bi-weekly progress reports, month-to-month payment, academic summer camp. Opens May 1. 209 E. 31st St. 60617. 312 208-8736, poshtutoring@att.net. www.poshtutoring.com.
• Project Exploration 2008 Dinosaur Giants Program. Check for updates http://www.projectexploration.org/dg-intro.htm. Includes providing programming at Field Museum's "Evolving Planet" exhibit. 20+ community service hours. CPS students entering grades 10-12. Runs mid-June-late August. No fee. Contact Elena Schroeter, 773 834-7623, eschroeter@projectexploration.org.
  Project Exploration. 950 E. 61st St. 773 834-7614, fax 663 8334-7625. Science based teaching under among others Paul Sereno, the dinosaur man, and his wife Gabriel Lyons. Not sure if structured during after school hours. http://www.projectexploration.org.
  Be sure to pick up or access via http://www.projectexploration.org /dys.htm their large database of over 150 local and nationwide opportunities, Discover Your Summer. Includes how to prepare applications, interviews.
  Project Exploration is a nonprofit science education organization that makes science accessible to the public--especially minority youth and girls--through personalized experiences with science and scientists. Co-founded in 1999 by paleontologist Paul Sereno and educator Gabrielle Lyon, PE specifically works to create opportunities for meaningful interactions between scientists and the public--especially populations least likely to have direct access to science. It works to equip minority youth and girls with the inspiration and tools to transform their lives...to interact with scientists and to have hands-on experiences...to support lifelong learning, equal access to opportunity, and scientific literacy.
  It does: youth development programs, services for schools and teachers, and public programs such as exhibits and online initiatives. Every year nearly 200...ages 12-17, academically low and middle achievers, low income. Over 5 years 92% graduated from high school, 57% enrolled in a four-year college a third of whom are majoring in science.
  Summer 2012- Environmental Adventurers- study differing groups of bees in Jackson Park with specialist scientists. Project Exploration, a nonprofit science education organization, will be providing a free summer science program to CPS minority students in grades 7-12 in Jackson Park at the end of this month. Attached is a description of the program, called Environmental Adventurers. The students will be conducting fieldwork on native bees alongside two bee ecologists from Northwestern University at Jackson Park during the week. Practice scientific field work. Selection was made May 31, but check anyway- Jameela Jafri, 773 834-3579. Runs July 30-August 3.
• Quadrangle Club. 1155 E. 57th St. Tennis instruction and camps in summer on clay courts.

  Youth camp. Our talented director, Pat Henighan, , USPTA Certified head ro, has carefully selected instructors for skills and ability to work and communicate with children of all ages and ability.

  Camps run M-Th with Fri as rain date. Afternoon upon demand. Players are grouped into age and level categories. All players must have racquets and tennis shore. T-shirt provided. Jr. racquets for under 10 can be purchased.

  Ages 4-10 drills, ages 11-16 recreational and competitive.
  10-12 pm $140 ($125 members).
  Drop in drills for adults 6-8 pm starting June 13- $15 for one hour, $25 for 2.

  Dates: June 18-21, 25-28, July 9-12, 16-19, 23-26, Aug. 6-9.
  Find registration on website pr ca;; 883 702-7221.

  quadclub.uchicago.edu, membership@quadclub.org.
• ???? for 2014. Ray Elementary hosts a 2010 summer Camp managed by Children's Home + Aid of Chicago. Registration is open in February (every Friday 8-4 in room 213 and includes early bird specials--see printable pdf flyer.) 2010 offerings include fashion design, circ-Esteem, swimming, animation, film, art, photography, and dance.
  Camp in 2010 is June 21-July 16 M-F 9:30-4. $350. Multiple-child discounts. Visit raycommunityschools.cuipblogs.net, 773 535-0970 x 61241. Or in person at 5631 S. Kimbark Room 213. Swimming, art, photography, film, animation, fashion design, dance. Childcare avail before and after for $10 per day.
  Not sure if this continues in 2011- see next.
  

  Want to learn to tap like Gregory Hines, design clothes like Coco Chanel or
  take photographs like Ansel Adams? Or maybe you see yourself cutting
  through the water like Michael Phelps, bringing images to life like Walt
  Disney or dancing with the Jeffrey Ballet!
  Ray Elementary is proud to offer a fun and educational selection of
  activities for children ages Kindergarten through 6th grade this Summer!
  Camp will take place June 21st- July 16th from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday
  through Friday. An Early Bird special of $300 per child will be offered
  through February 19th after which, the fee will be $350. Discounts are
  available for multiple child families. Registration will take place every
  Friday in February in room 21 3 at Ray Elementary from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  Sorry, we cannot accept checks.
  Courses to be offered include, fashion design, circ-esteem, swimming,
  animation, film, art, photography and dance!
  For more information on last year's camp, please visit
  http://raycommunityschools.cuipblogs.net/. If you have any questions,
  please call 773-535-0970 ext. 61241.
  Please note, registration fee of $25 not included in camp fee.
  children's home + aid

  FOR SURE IN 2011 AT RAY AND HARTE:
  Chicago Summer Network camps at Ray, Bret Harte, and McDade Classical schools June 20-July 30 M-F 9:30-4 with before and after options, discounts for multiple children. $550. Early bird rate through March 11. Register at Ray by appointment at 5631 S. Kimbark, at Harte on Mondays, at McDade Fridays 8801 S. Indiana or online at http://www.chicagosummernetwork.com. Info 312 852-8300, info@chicagosummernetwork.com. Art, Dance, Photography, Fashion Design, Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Drumline, Swimming, Etiquette...

• Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS) - See University of Chicago Summer Session Office-....
• Scouting. There are several scouting and similar organizations for girls and for boys. Boy Scouts of America: http://www.chicagobsa.org. For updated information on local scouts, contact Trp512bsa@aol.com, beprepared4life@comcast.com.
  Tiger cubs - first graders learning real life skills
  Cubs- 2nd and 3rd graders- achievements and electives
  Webelos - 4th and 5th
  Boy Scout Troop 512 meets every Friday 7 pm. The largest troop in the area. United Church of Hyde Park, 1448 E. 53rd St.
  Girl Scouts Troop 89- at Murray? 5335 S. Kenwood.
  Scouting also from Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5200 S. University, 312-823-8729.
  Sea Scouts- active in some schools but other youth can join. Has a large sailboat in Jackson Harbor, Neptune 5212, with training including on the Lake with youth from other parts of the city. Year round meetings and activities of the local "ship." Meets at 1st Unitarian, 5650 S. Woodlawn. Contact Richard Snow, 5000 S. Cornell, 773 324-8645, rnsnow@dupage1quik.org. http://www.seascout.org.
• St. Paul and the Redeemer Vacation Bible School "A Wonderful Feast." Voyage over floods, seas, rivers. There is a charge. Where "Kids have a blast serving." One of many. August 6-10, Monday-Friday, 9-noon. Ages 5-12. 4945 S. Dorchester. 4945 S. Dorchester. http://www.sp-r.0rg. Register at 773 624-3185 or pcl@sp-r.org. $20 per child w scholarships.
• St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School. 5467 S. Woodlawn 773 667-1142. Associated School, Principal Dorothy Murphy. http://www.stapostleschool.com. Currently no summer camps, probably vacation Bible school.
• Shoesmith School. Summer Fun- Step up to Kindergarten. 6 weeks June 21-July 29 2010, 9 am-noon. 1330 E. 50th St. 773 535-1764. And...
  M.A.D.E. Annual "Leadership Development Summer Basketball Program.Open to boys and girls ages 9-14 June 21-July 6 26 6 weeks 9 am-non. $100 per week ($75 by June 8 deadline). BB, teamwork, leadership skills, healthy nutritional habits ++. Celebrity guests. Information/reg at the school or through MADE at 312 532-2898 info@madeforchicago.org. http://www.madeforchicago.org.
• SHoP (South Side Hub of Production/Op Shop/Hyde Park Free Theater) Makers Camp summer 2015.
  August 24- 28 and August 31-Sept. 4 2015. Makers Camp SHoP for ages 4-12. Section 1 is a t 1448 E. 57th St. and in Elm Park 5215 S. Woodlawn and features all kinds of fabric, and sewing and weaving arts. Section 2 (Aug. 31...) at 1448 E. 57thSt. Free Theater bldg features drawing and other graphic arts and bookmaking. Day fees are $30-$50 for prt or ful day. Full week is $220. Contact laura.shaeffer@gmail.com or look in southsidehub.org or theopshop.org.
  School Days Off camps, summer camps in parks anda SHoP.
• Smart Museum of Art. 5550 S. Greenwood 60637. http://smartmuseum.uchicago.edu. Summer Programs, Loren Boylan, 773 702-0200, smart-museum@uchichago.edu. Includes Smart Afternoons, Wednesdays in July.
• Soccer- see AYSO, Lil Kickers, South Side Fire.
• South Shore Cultural Center summer camps. South Shore Cultural Center summer camps. Usually themed, such as developing and staging a theater or cabaret production. Late June - early August 1, Monday-Friday, 9 am-1 pm. Cooking Academy at Washburne Culinary Institute at South Shore Cultural Center. 773 256-0149. 7059 South Shore Dr. Movies in the Park.
• South Side Coalition of Dancers- summer camp June 16-Sept. 1, 6:30 am-6 pm. Lauri Goux, 773 620-2887. At 5042 S. Wabash bldg. 2. $400. Our goal is to offer programming that will be safe, fun and educational. This program will inspire participants to be their best, learn something new, increase self esteem and self awareness, develop an appreciation for culture and perform throughout the summer. CSCD will offer dance classes, mentorship, trips, performance opportunities, classes for male rights of passage in traditional drumming and recreational activities.
• South Side Fire Soccer (Club). This competitive , competition-based selected club is the premier in Chicago's South Side neighborhoods, playing in Kenwood Community Park, north of Harold Washington Park in Burnham Park north of 51st, on Midway Plaisance, Washington Park, and in Jackson Park corner of Hayes and Cornell Dives. Professional coaches trained and licensed by USSF and NSCAA- Director Nenad Rosic played pro in Belgrade. European -style training is adapted to each age. There is a winter indoor program and summer team camps also. Selects. We focus on the whole player- character and academics, skills and commitment, long-term personal development for excellence in high school, college and beyond. Regional and state tournaments for higher-level teams. Fees $420-480 fall or spring with $135 optional for winter, $800-900 for 2nd more advanced teams. Hotline 800 624-1603. Ben Jacobson, 773 493-0860, bjacobson@illumitech.com. Steve Schacht, 773 684-2524, stephenschacht@sbcglobal.net. http://www.southsidefire.org.
• South Side Junior Tennis Camp. (friends of CICS Tennis) At UC Laboratory Schools tennis, 1362 E. 59th St. K-8. 2014 sessions: I Sats Kime 8. 14. 21. 29. Ki;u 5/ OO Sats July 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2 and 9. Ages 10 and under play 10-11 am, 11-14 play 10-11:45. Gym shorts and t shirt - no jeans. Athletic socks and athletic sshoes white soled. $50 per 5-week sesion. www.southsidejuniortennis.org, sign up mschmidt@chicagointl.org.
• South Side YMCA see YMCA
• The Storehouse Evangelical Covenant Church will run an 8-week Wednesday Fun Nights (5-8 pm) program fo 6th-8th graders. At Lutheran School of Theology Chicago, 1100 E. 55th St. Info and registration at info@thestorehouseecc.org or 773 757-7074. Staffed by Chicago Christian Counseling Center. http://www.thestorehouseecc.org.
• Summer Lab- see below
• Swing and Putt. Lessons variously at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, Jackson Park...- $25 registration fee. 747 E. 92nd St. http://www.swingnputt.com. Jackie Bearden, 773 846-7777. Teaching golf at the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club summer 2008- not sure it is offered again in 2009.
• Tennis and other specific sports camps- search US Tennis Association site, esp. in 10andunderforchildren- abound in our many parks and indoor fitness and recreational centers (look by name of center or fieldhouse, or sometimes by program name or type, here, in the Parks or Recreational sections, or our Recreation and Fitness page. Some kinds of sports camps-- especially tennis-- are taught by private instructors, under a larger umbrella such as U.S. or Midwest Tennis, or free lance. One example is that advertised for a "scenic Hyde Park Location"-- probably Harold Washington at 53rd and South Shore-- June 16-August 22, daily or weekly full or part day between 8 am and 5:30 pm- call "Coach Ralph" at 773 369-1027. Others are taught in Jackson Park but for small kids. -- call the fieldhouse 773 256-0903or the 5th Ward Office, 324-5555 for contacts, or Kenwood.
  See also Quadrangle Club, above.
• Tumbling- see Jackson, Kennicott...
• University of Chicago Athletics- SUMMER SPORTS Programs. From Ratner Athletics Center, 5530 S. Ellis 60637. (2011 dates:) 773 702-0965.
  Super Summer Sports Camp 2011- for kids currently in grades K-8 2010 June 11/August 2/3 2012 (full or part day) Early bird registration through April 15. - expanded to; Maroon Tennis camp at Ratner for ages 6-14, July 30-August 10, 8:30-12:30. http://athletics.uchicago.edu/sssc/sssc-camp.htm. 773 702-7864. summersportsprograms@uchicago.edu. Richard Maloney, Director, rmaloney@uchicago.edu.
  Summer Camp has been expanded to a full 8 weeks- full day 8:30-4:30, morning 8:30-noon, or afternoon 1-4:30- differences in sports. Soccer, archery, dodgeball, softball, floor hockey, tennis, basketball, football, wiffleball, kickball, recreational swimming, volleyball, track and field, playground games.
• Summer Lab (University of Chicago Laboratory Schools). Lots of theme choices, part or full day. Adventure, On Stage, Summer School, Sports, Field Study. 1362 E. 59th St. 60637. http://summerlab.org. 773 834-7766. Ned Reece Dir. nreece@ucls.uchicgo.edu. N-9 and 9-12s for high school PE.
  2015 kickoff camp 1 week June 15-19 $370.
  2010 (including "Summer Lab On Stage") registration is open. 2014 June 23-August 1 full, shorter ends July 11 or starts July 14. Full day, morning afternoon for all ages grades 1-8 3 or 6 weeks. Sailing, kayaking, sports, crafts, creative center, team-building, and positive group dynamics. 8:30-3 with before and after available.
  Sports camps are June 20-29 in 2011. in sessions (2012 dates) full June 18-July 27, I June 18-July 6, II July 9-27 from 3 to 5:30 pm after the regular Summer Lab. Varsity and JV coaches instill sportsmanship.
  "Join our unique musical theater training company open to children entering grades 5-8. Laboratory School's faculty along with local theater and music pros develop, stage, orchestrate and choreograph the annual "On Stage" extravaganza. The driving pace of this energetic production has students singing, dancing, and acting on the first day." Production is at Court Theatre!
  Activity packed schedules every day and two field trips every week to some of the greatest Chicagoland attractions. Open to children entering grades 1-8, and available for six weeks or 3 weeks.
• University of Chicago Graham School. Languages, Critical. Arabic, Chinese, Russian. If your child has studied these, contact the U of C Graham School/STARTALK, which is offering free courses to 60 qualified CPS students summer 2008 on UC campus. http://www.grahamschool.
• University of Chicago Office of Special Programs including PEP (Pilot Enrichment Program) in schools. Run for many decades by Dr. Larry Hawkins. Director Dovetta McKee. Gates- Blake 113, 5845 S. Ellis Av 60637. 773 702-8288, Fax 773 702-0189.
  http://osp-cp.uchicago.edu. PEP serves 70 students of whom 40 are elementary. The program uses recreation to totally engage the student for excellence, from academic to social and behavioral. It is year round. Since 1972, 2,600 have taken advantage of the program and some have gone on to PhD programs. Hawkins insisted on well-rounded students with top academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities, and upon parent participation. Included are classroom instruction, trips to colleges including several living on the UC campus, the opera, museums, events and ethnic restaurants. Allied with the U of C Neighborhood Schools Program and participates in Civic Knowledge's Winning Words.
• University of Chicago Summer Session Office- Insight. These in-depth and hands-on three-week courses join students with experts in their fields doing what they do. Every course takes advantage of the unique educational opportunities offered by the University of Chicago and city of Chicago, taking material taught in undergraduate-level courses and adding experience not available in traditionally-designed classes. All courses are taught for college credit. Courses include American Law, Ancient Egyptian Language, Creative Writing, Developmental Psychology, and Field Studies in Urban Society. Entering grade 10. Deadline May 15. Dates as per website https://summer.uchicago.edu/insight.cfm. Fees $2,600 commute, $4,100 in dorm. Financial aid https://summer.uchiago.edu/financial-information.cfm. Contact: 773 834-3792, slopez@uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago Summer Session Office- Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS). https:/summer.uchicago.edu/ribs.cfm. Students grades 11-12 who have excelled in high-school biology learn the techniques used in cutting-edge biological research lab facilities during this four-week intensive training program. Students will be immersed in the research experience, they'll get a taste of life in a working laboratory, and gain exposure to a broad range of molecular, microbiological, and cellular biological techniques. Fee $7,500. Scholarships available. Info at https://summer.uchicago.edu/financial-information.cfm. Contact Summer Session Office, 773 834-3792, slopez@uchicago.edu.
• summer.uchicgo.edu. University of Chicago Summer Session Office-(each year's theme likely to be different). Stones and Bones. -(Each year’s theme is likely to be different; visit as at bottom of entry to get this year’s description url). Example: Stones and Bones. https://summer.uchicago.edu/stones-and-bones.cfm. Paleontology. Students grades 11 to 12 who have completed a course in general science take a four-week intensive program, including an introduction to basic geology, paleontological methods, stratigraphy, and earth history. Then they experience what life in the field is all about as they travel to the Green River Formation in Wyoming and unearth 52-million-year old fossils. Taught by Lance Grande!!!!! Field Museum VP for Research and Collections.2008 classes June 23-29 and July 15-18, field school June 30-July 14. 2008 deadline May 15. Fee $8,100. Partial scholarships at https://summer.uchicago.edu/financial-information.cfm. Application link https://summer.uchicago.edu/apply-today.cfm. Contact Summer Session Office, 773 834-3792, slopez@uchicago.edu. https://summer.uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago - Young Scholars Program. http://www.math.uchicago.edu/ysp/. Grades 6 to 8, 9 to 10, 11 to 14 entering grades 7-12 who have shown mathematical talent with priority to CPS students, but open to any. Apply in early March 2009. No fee! This four-week computer program is aimed principally at students attending Chicago public schools. It provides students with a rich and diverse experience in preparation for possible careers in science or math. The program is focused on enrichment and is designed to cultivate an understanding of the ideas and opportunities in the mathematical and physical sciences. A follow-up program focusing on problem-solving will meet on twelve Saturdays during the academic year. Contact Diane Herrmann, 773 702-7389, ysp@math.uchicago.edu.
• University of Chicago- Pritzker School of Medicine- Young Scientists Program. http://pritzker.bsd.uchicago.edu/about/diversity/pipeline/ysp.shtml. Students grades 9 to10, 11 to 10 with a local residence (CTA assist. avail.) receive a 10-week program for 10 outstanding minority high-school students gain experience in research, medicine, bio. sciences. Work in laboratories of U of C faculty learning and doing basic or clinical research in diabetes, endocrinology, nutrition, obesity, and digestive, liver, urologic, kidney or blood disorders. Students will participate in a national symposium at the end of the summer where they present their research findings. (2008 dates )June 16-August 22. Fee - receive stipend of $1,800. Application due late March- early advised. Contact Bernadette Steele, Multicultural Affairs, bsteele@bsd.uchicago.edu or 773 702-8946 or check the site re contact or call Community Affairs and inquire 773 702-0753.
• Vineyard Church Vacation Bible School. Mid July, 9-12:30. Ages 12 and under. $25. 5139 S. Dorchester. http://www.hydeparkvineyard.org. office@hydeparkvineyard.org. 773 939-3445.
• Visions Blu Institute 2013 "Say Something" Youth (ages 9-17) Digital Media Summer Program. This program is accepting applications until July 1 for a 5-week class at Logan Center, 915 E. 60th St. , with a rotation of instructors--from Medill School of Journalism, Columbia College, JET, The Chicago Defender. Ends with a student showcase of stories researched, interviewed, or writing, editing, video, or audio skills. Visit visionsblue.com. Founder is Kenwood Alum Karon Hamlet.
• Washington Park. See in recreation and in park district Fieldhouse sections above. July 8-October 6 Thursdays at 5:30, Sats. 1 and 4 Intergenerational Baseball (Veterans Neighborhood builders Assn. 773 548-3421.)
• We Got Game Chicago. Now at Hyde Park Neighborhood Club. A premier sports education organization owned by Brian Ploof, We Got Game creates diverse and comprehensive sports classes, clinics and camps open to all ages, but here mainly ages 2-13 with adult-todler. It also works with After School Matters in four north side schools and manages the Lakeview Basketball League. Included here are basketball leagues and classes, baseball, flag football and more from tot through age 11 and tot plus adult. Sports for fitness, social and positive experiences and skills, confidence-building. We expect academic excellence. Fees start at $84 a quarter up to $140 except Sat. league $180. Brian Ploof, CoachBrian@wegotgamechicago.com, http://www.wegotgamechicago.com, 4203 N. Kedvale Suite 1S, Chicago, IL 60641. 773 502-6003. Can register on line. Partners in Ray School's Ray University longer day program.
• World Sport Chicago. From the Olympic bid. Seeks to provide youth including in schools with engagement and opportunities in sports including to real olympic training and opportunity, and to tie this to good youth development and education. A new partnership: see under Youth Guidance-BAM-Sports Edition.
  World Sport Chicago-located at 200 E. Randolph, 20th floor, 60601, 312 616-5450. Scott Meyer, Director. http://www.worldsportchicago.org. info@worldsportchicago.org. Has a scholarship program. More in Chicago Track Club.
• World Track and Field (May be same as above.) 2012. Register in the 5th and other ward offices in August. One practice site is Jackson Park through the school year for 3 meets in early July the third being championship. Ages 6-14 Buses available. Must have insurance.
• YMCA day camps (variety of locations including South Side YMCA at 6330 Stony, 773 947-0700- Starts June 4 in 2012. No membership fee if enroll Apr. 28-May 12.
  Little Turtle Camp ages 4-5, 6:30 am-6 pm weekly $140 or $150
  Adventure Camp ages 6-12 6:30 am-6 pm. Weekly $140 or 160
  Specialty Camp $140 or $150
  Teen Camp ages 12-17, June 16?-August 22?, 8 am-5 pm. $100 or $125.
  Water Adventure specialty,
  Basketball
  Soccer
  Volleyball
  Cheerleading
  Family Splash Night every Friday 4-8 free for members, $20 for Family Program members.
  Several Youth Fitness programs ages 4-6, 6-12, 12-16
  Track and Field. Students participate in interactive workshops with doctors, dentists, nutritionists and athletes. Weekly off-site field trips.
  
  **** South Side Y Summer Day Camp for ages 4-12. Campers take part in a wide variety of activities each day, including arts and crafts, games, skits and songs, sports, swimming and field trips. Our day camps are ACA accredited, which means that we maintain the highest standards regarding program quality.
  6330 S. Stony Island, Chicago, Il 60637, 773 947-0700. http://www.chicagosouthsideymca.org. General citywide http://www.ymcachgo.org. Jeffrey Thomas, jeffrey_thomas@ymcachgo.org. Scholarships: Action for Children, 312 823-1100. Also, members can put $50 toward any program during the summer.
  Murray Language Academy, 5335 S. Kenwood, is having a summer camp sponsored by the YMCA community schools program. The fee is $855 for six weeks and its open to all who wish to apply and the program also accepts Action for Children grants. The coordinator is Leslie Honore Smith at Murray (773) 535-0585.
  Check with the Y's website or call re: YMCA Community Schools Program.
• Youth Leadership Program (Leadership Academy). A joint pilot project in summer 2009 of University of Chicago and the Third Police District. Now 3 weeks. About 30 bright but at risk high schoolers were identified by teachers and others from the Woodlawn and Washington Park areas (Hyde Park, King and Hershey high schools) to be brought on UC campus for a week. Involved total immersion in the work of the various police units, counseling including having round the clock police male mentors, sports, academics and more. Hope is to expand it into a continuous program for many more kids, hopefully from more neighborhoods, in conjunction with Office of Special Programs. Rudy Nimocks, rend@uchicago.edu.