Sparking Futures Beyond the Classroom
CAREER CONNECTIONS START HERE!
Explore PYN's newest programs designed to provide career exposure opportunities for youth in 5th - 8th grade.
Two Programs - One Mission
Hosted in partnership with the School District of Philadelphia, PYN's Ignite Afterschool program provides a career exposure focused afterschool enrichment club that take place 4 days a week. Our fun, hands-on curriculum is focused on project based learning and early career exposure in 3 distinct areas, STEM, sports, and the arts.
Program Locations:
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Alexander Adaire School
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Jay Cooke Elementary School
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W. H. Hunter School
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W. H. Ziegler School
Get in touch with the Program Director:
Alicia Golden
agolden@pyninc.org
Funded through a national 21st Century Learning Centers Grant, PYN's Career Connected Learning Out-of-School Time (OST) Programs are full week (M-F) afterschool and summer academic enrichment programs fostering fun and engaging environments for dynamic career-connected, academic, and social-emotional learning opportunities.
Program Locations:
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C. C. A. Baldi Middle School,
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Warren G. Harding Middle School
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A. L. Fitzpatrick School
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Thomas K. Finletter School
Get in touch with the Program Director:
Gregory Lynch
glynch@pyninc.org
215-512-4735
What to Expect:
Afterschool Enrichment Activities - Homework help, sports, art, performing arts, gaming, STEM, teambuilding, and more!
Project Based Career Exposure + Awareness - learn about various career paths, industries, jobs, and post-secondary pathways through hands-on activities and real-world projects.
Financial Literacy - Explore the basics of financial literacy through engaging hands-on games, activities, and team projects.
Interactive Workshops - Participate in engaging workshops that bring career awareness and professional skills building to to life.
Mentorship - Connect with experienced mentors who will guide afterschool activities and skills building focused on career exposure and awareness .
Field Trips + Industry Tours - Visit local businesses and organizations to see careers in action.
Guest Speakers - Hear from industry experts and get insider tips on how to succeed.
Academic Support - Receive help in core subjects like English language arts to boost your academic performance.
Family Engagement - Benefit from resources, learning opportunities, culturally relevant community celebrations, and stronger school-home connections.
Who is Elegible:
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Our program is open to middle school students across the school district of Philadelphia.
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The program gives priority to youth from 5th to 8th grades.
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Schools currently offering PYN's Career Connected Learning Afterschool Program:
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C. C. A. Baldi Middle School,
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Warren G. Harding Middle School
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A. L. Fitzpatrick School
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Thomas K. Finletter School
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Alexander Adaire School
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Jay Cooke Elementary School
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W. H. Hunter School
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W. H. Ziegler School
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How to Apply:
Step 1: Download PYN's CCL OST Application
Step 2: Fill out all the required fields!
Step 3: Upload Your Completed Application
Questions? Call us at 215-512-4735 or get in touch with our team through our live chat function.
Our Program Partners:
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Michael Haslip, Drexel University
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Mighty Writers
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Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts
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PeopleShare
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Rapping about Prevention
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Santander Bank
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SEL Worldwide;
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TEACH LLC
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Urban Youth Racing School
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Vetri Community Partnership
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Walnut Street Theatre;
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Zhang Sah Martial Arts & Learning Centers
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Careers through Culinary Arts Program
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Cordelia Biddle, Drexel University
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Creative Praxis
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Design Art Build Company
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Energy Coordinating Agency
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Early Childhood Education Training Academy
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Emelyn Jaros
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Fab Youth Philly
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First Tee, Greater Philadelphia
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Galvanized Financial LLC
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Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
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JobWorks Education & Training Systems