PYN's Career Connected Learning OST Programs
Igniting Futures Beyond the Classroom
Welcome to a new era of afterschool enrichment! PYN proudly presents the Career Connected OST Program, a dynamic initiative designed to shape the career paths of Philadelphia's youth by providing unparalleled opportunities for growth, exposure, and real-world experiences.
The Philadelphia Youth Network's Career Connected Learning Out-of-School Time (OST) Programs are community school-based afterschool and summer academic enrichment programs designed to provide dynamic career-connected, academic, and social-emotional OST learning experience that advances STEAM learning and inspires student engagement.
Schools Currently Offering PYN Career Connected Learning OST Programs
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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
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 Eligible
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Our program is open to middle school students in Upper North and Northeast Philadelphia, specifically targeting youth from 5th to 8th grades.
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Youth must be enrolled in a PYN partner school to be eligible for enrollment.
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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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How to Apply:
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Enrollment begins in summer of 2024! Check back soon for more details.
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Complete the interest form linked below to get more information and be the first to know when enrollment goes live!
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