Learn about and apply for the afterschool program for kids ages 7 to 12. Afterschool Children's Program LEAP's afterschool program combines homework assistance with extra reading and activities, including athletics, arts, computer science, cooking, and gardening. All programs are overseen by an experienced site coordinator with trained counselor pairs drawn from local colleges and high schools. LEAP's afterschool program is free for participants. what who LEAP's afterschool program is available for children ages 7 to 12 who live in one of our six neighborhoods (what matters is where the child lives, not where he or she goes to school): Dixwell Newhallville Fair Haven The Hill Dwight-Kensington (including West River) Quinnipiac Meadows The program operates after school Monday-Thursday from 3 pm - 6 pm. LEAP operates in six neighborhoods at these local sites (find more info below): Dixwell Newhallville Fair Haven North Fair Haven South Hill South Dwight-Kensington Quinnipiac Meadows when & where Apply for our Spring 2025 Program Here! Application in English Aplicación en Español 2025 Spring Component Information Our in-person programs will include: LEAP groups will meet in schools and community spaces to complete homework, engage in literacy activities, and have fun projects including arts, sports, dance, computer learning, and community walks. Start Date and Times: The program will begin Monday, January 27th, and will end Thursday, May 8th. It will run from 3pm to 6pm Mondays through Thursdays. If your child is not feeling well or someone in your house has COVID-19 symptoms, please keep your child home. If there is someone who is vulnerable to COVID-19 in your household (for instance a senior citizen or someone whose immune system is compromised), then it may not make sense for your child to participate in our in-person program. If you participated in LEAP's after-school program in Fall 2024, you do not need to submit a new application. Please let your Site Coordinator know that your child will be returning in the Spring. Please only submit another application if you have new or updated personal information. Important LEAP Dates and Closures for Children’s Programming Spring 2025 ● January 21st-24th -Leap Counselor Training ● January 27th - First Day of Spring Leap Programming ● February 5th - No LEAP (Report Card Night: K-8) ● February 17th-18th - No LEAP (Break) ● February 27th - No LEAP ● March 19th - No LEAP (Half Day) ● March 31st - No LEAP (Eid al-Fitr) ● April 14th-18th - No LEAP (April Break) ● May 8th - Last Day of Spring LEAP Programming Dixwell Site Coordinator: Darcus Henry Jr. School Operating Site: Wexler-Grant School Newhallville Site Coordinator: Emiya Pearse School Operating Site: King-Robinson Inter-District Magnet School Fair Haven North Site Coordinator: Daikichi Washington School Operating Site: Clinton Avenue School Fair Haven South Site Coordinator: Jahvon Soto School Operating Site: Family Academy of Multilingual Exploration Hill South Site Coordinator: Jadah Smith School Operating Site: Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy Dwight-Kensington Site Coordinator: Dezhane Downing School Operating Site: Augusta-Lewis Troup School Quinnipiac Meadows Site Coordinator: Edwin Caro School Operating Site: Ross Woodward School Site Information Check out our some of our other programs!

LEAP's board of directors combines unique and diverse skills with a commitment to Creating A New Haven for our Children. Board of Directors Rick Antle, Ph.D. Board member Anne Tyler Calabresi Co-Founder Ed Cleary, C.P.A. Co-Chair Adriana Arreola Joseph Secretary Susan Biel Kerley Treasurer Cynthia Mann, M.D. Board member Marcus A. McFerren, M.D., Ph.D. Board member Roslyn Milstein Meyer, Ph.D. Co-Founder Ann Baker Pepe Co-Chair Tai Richardson Vice Chair Kenneth Russell Board member Alexis Smith Board member Deborah Stanley-McAulay Board member Clifton Watson, Ph.D. Board member Stephen Wizner Board member Honorable William Dyson Emeritus Jerome Harris Meyer Emeritus

Check out LEAP's newsletters and recent news pieces on our work with young people and the community. The Latest LEAP News Newsletter Archive Press Archive Photo Archive In the Press New Haven Independent | 3.1.21 LEAP Celebrates with First-Ever Virtual Fundraiser New Haven Independent | 1.29.21 LEAP's Famous Fundraiser Goes Virtual Comcast Newsmakers | 12.14.20 Academic and Social Enrichment with Henry Fernandez of LEAP for Kids WTNH | 9.15.20 New Haven LEAP program continues helping at-risk kids with schooling during pandemic Arts Council of NH | 7.23.20 LEAPers Reimagine Dixwell Avenue Newsletters Summer 2020 Fall/Winter 2020 Spring 2020 Summer 2019 In the Press New Haven Independent | 3.7.25 LEAP Year Raises $500K Nyberg on WTNH News8 | 2.14.25 Nyberg: LEAP New Haven celebrates 30th anniversary LoveBabz LoveTalk with Babz Rawls-Ivy 103.5 WNHH | 2.7.25 LEAP, Henry Fernandez (The 30th Annual LEAP Year Event) WSFB Channel 3 | 1.29.25 Hello Connecticut chats with LEAP! New Haven Independent | 1.29.25 LEAP Year Turns 30 The Arts Paper | 11.27.24 LEAP Takes A Pause To Be Thankful WTNH News8 | 11.16.24 The New Haven Tutoring Initiative takes learning from the classroom to the community Yale Daily News | 11.08.24 LEAP wins $2 million grant from MacKenzie Scott New Haven Independent | 10.31.24 Spooooky Fun At Q House Halloween Fest New Haven Independent | 7.29.24 Campers Dribble, Shoot, Score! At The Q WTNH News 8 | 7.19.24 LEAP’s Read-In on the Green connects kids and community leaders The Arts Paper | 7.19.24 Young Readers Rejoice With A Book Or Two Of Joy New Haven Independent | 7.19.24 Hundreds Fill The Green … To Read! New Haven Independent | 6.28.24 LEAP’s Pool To Open This Summer, Too WNPR - CT Public Radio | 6.26.24 Diving into the state of swim access in CT WFSB Channel 3 | 4.23.24 After school counselors help New Haven students reach highest potential New Haven Independent | 4.18.24 LEAP Students Hit The Road Yale News | 4.09.24 Awards celebrate those strengthening bonds between Yale and city New Haven Independent | 3.21.24 Billionaire Gives LEAP $2M Fox61 | 3.20.24 4 Connecticut non-profits each get $2M in latest round of donations from MacKenzie Scott WFSB Channel 3 | 3.20.24 New Haven based non-profit gets recognized for its work with kids WTNH News 8 | 3.20.24 MacKenzie Scott donates $2M to Leadership, Education and Athletics in Partnership, Inc. in New Haven WTNH News 8 | 3.19.24 MacKenzie Scott donates $2M each to 4 Connecticut nonprofits WTNH News 8 | 3.19.24 Nyberg: New Haven organization offers help to youth The Arts Paper | 3.19.24 Deltas Recognize Five For Their 'Lighthouse Effect' New Haven Independent | 3.12.24 LEAP Raises $450k For Underserved Kids LoveBabz LoveTalk with Babz Rawls-Ivy 103.5 WNHH | 2.23.24 LEAP (29th Annual Leap Year Event) New Haven Independent | 1.30.24 29th Annual LEAP Year Event Approaches The Arts Paper | 11.22.23 A Night of Gratitude: Celebrating the LEAP Community With Thankful Dinners WFSB | 11.4.23 Book giveaway held to improve literacy skills in New Haven The Arts Paper | 10.31.23 Young New Haveners LEAP Into Halloween New Haven Independent | 10.24.23 Halloween Spooktacular Coming To The Q House Fox61 | 8.17.23 Teacher Appreciation Day at Ikea for back-to-school shopping Patch | 8.15.23 $150K Mental Health Services Funding For New Haven LEAP, Squash Haven WTNH | 8.8.23 What’s Right With Schools: LEAP helps students exercise body, mind New Haven Independent | 7.18.23 Phonics Returns to Summer Classroom New Haven Independent | 7.14.23 Students Hit the Gym, With Books, at LEAP Read-In WTNH | 7.14.23 'LEAP Read-In volunteers read to New Haven youth WNPR | 5.11.23 'Aquatic activism': The fight for inclusion at pool clubs and beaches *LEAP starts at minute 39 New Haven Register | 5.1.23 Century-Old New Haven youth center that houses LEAP gets major renovations WTNH | 5.1.23 New Haven's LEAP receives nearly $2 million in federal funding for major building repairs New Haven Independent | 4.28.23 41 High-Schoolers LEAP Into College New Haven Independent | 4.21.23 Alders Advance Q House-LEAP Contract New Haven Independent | 3.6.23 28th LEAP Year Dinner Raises $350K Yale Daily News | 2.10.23 "Community and Connection": LEAP leaps to provide free services to children New Haven Independent | 1.30.23 Youth Nonprofit Gets Ready for 28th Annual LEAP Year Dinner New Haven Independent | 1.26.23 Q House- LEAP Contract Renewal Advances New Haven Independent | 1.2.23 Feds' $1.7 Trillion Budget Includes Bucks for Cross, DESK, LEAP, and Fair Haven Health Newsletters Fall/Winter 2025 Spring 2024 Summer 2023 Summer 2024 Fall/Winter 2024 Spring 2023 Want to dive deeper into LEAP's history? Check out our Newsletter, Press and Photo Archives! Newsletter Archive Press Archive Photo Archive

Want to volunteer at LEAP? Maybe your business or school group is looking for a volunteer opportunity? Or possibly, you are a student looking to intern? Learn more here. 2024 Read-In on the Green LEAP's Annual Read-In On the Green Date: Friday, July 19th, 2024, 10:00am -11:15am **The Read-In is happening rain or shine** : The location will change if there is rain. If you have already signed up to volunteer, please keep an eye out in your email inbox for updates about alternative plans in the case of inclement weather. Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Read-In. We are currently at capacity for volunteers. Extra, extra... read all about it! The Read-In on the Green is here! Join us for a day of literacy, laughs, and learning. It will take place on Friday, July 19th from 10:00am to 11:15am. During this time, volunteers will read to a small group of children, engage in LEAP cheers, and most of all, inspire a love of reading in the children! Volunteers will receive a small token of our appreciation after the event! See more information on the postcard below! Reach out to rsvp@leapforkids.org with questions.

Internet Needs Access to the Internet So much of what we do now requires access to the internet. This is even more true when kids have to stay home because of COVID-19. If you do not have wifi access at home, and if you receive public benefits (SNAP, Section 8, public housing, free school lunch, etc.) you can now get internet in your home for free. The city has set up 13 Internet hotspots at various New Haven Public schools. These are free, publicly-accessible, school-powered WIFI hubs that extend WIFI to a two-block radius from the school building. Career, Lincoln-Bassett Community School, Fair Haven School, the former Christopher Columbus Academy, John S. Martinez School, King-Robinson, Roberto Clemente, Hill-Central, John C. Daniels, Riverside, Betsy Ross, Truman, and the former Strong School on Orchard Street. Comcast is offering Internet Essentials (which is decently fast wifi for your home for free) for 2 months for new wifi customers during the pandemic and then $9.99 per mo nth. You can also call them at 1-855-8-INTERNET (1-855-846-8376). Comcast is also making all of its Xfinity wifi hotspots free for everyone. Enable wifi on your device and then choose xfinitywifi. Here is a map of Xfinity hotspots. Internet Needs Talking to Kids about COVID-19 Medical Needs COVID-19 Updates Food & Unemployment Free Online Books At Home Activities LEAP Activity Videos

LEAP is a great place to work, with unique opportunities. If you are a college or high school student looking for counselor positions or someone interested in a full time position in youth development, check LEAP out. Work for LEAP LEAP is structured so that children are surrounded by strong role models — college and high school students trained by LEAP to be mentors, instructors, and counselors. Following our mentorship model, many children who participate in LEAP grow up to become counselors themselves, or even full-time program staff. Many LEAP counselors have gone on to become teachers, principals, elected officials and community leaders — maintaining their commitment to children from low income neighborhoods. LEAP is committed to finding highly motivated counselors who work hard and believe in our kids. Thus, in addition to the application, a rigorous in-person interview is required. If this sounds like you, please apply! Our Positions LEAP Junior Counselors must be New Haven high school students 16 years old or older. Junior Counselors LEAP Senior Counselors must be college or graduate students in good standing at a 2- or 4-year college or university. Senior Counselors LEAP Swim Instructors and Lifeguards are high school or college students. Swim Staff Full time staff support LEAP’s work. Full-Time Positions Newly hired staff can access required materials here. New Hire Information There are many opportunities to help out at LEAP. Volunteer Want to enroll in a program instead? Afterschool Children's Program Summer Children's Program Leaders in Training Aquatics Check out our Programs Here!

College Application Process Building a College List Presentation View These slides are from a presentation focused on how to develop a list of colleges and universities that reflect your interests and goals. Building a College List Resources Handout View This handout follows up on many of the topics covered in the "Building a College List" presentation. College Planning Worksheet View This spreadsheet that accompanies the "Building a College List" materials will help you organize all your research on colleges and universities before you start the application process. Community College and Technical School Presentation View This presentation covers the basic information that high school students should know about community colleges and technical schools as they consider these post-secondary options. Common App and Coalition App Walkthrough Presentation View The Common Application and the Coalition for College are two major college application websites that students use to get into several colleges around the country. This presentation walks you through these application sites and provides some tips on how to successfully complete them. LEAP Additional Information Section for the Common App View The Common Application has an "Additional Information" section where applicants can provide more details on anything not mentioned in other parts of their application. If you have worked at LEAP, this basic description of LEAP will be helpful if you want to explain to your application readers what LEAP is and the work that you do as an organization. Feel free to copy-and-paste this and add additional information about your LEAP experience when using it in your Common App. College Essay Writing Handouts View We know that LEAPers have great stories and experiences to showcase in their college applications. That is why this handout was created to help guide you through how to write a strong and effective college essay.

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Check out photos of LEAP activities for young people. Activities Gallery Gardening 1/8 Literacy IMG_2947 fullsizeoutput_32de fullsizeoutput_413f IMG_2947 1/14 Swimming IMG_8091 IMG_8085 IMG_8097 IMG_8091 1/8 Sculpting A counselor sculpts a portrait alongside her group. 1/8 LEAP Computer Learning Center (LCLC) 1/8 LITs Go to Philadelphia 1/12 LIT Camping Describe your image. Describe your image. Describe your image. Describe your image. 1/9 Adam Krieger Adventure Ropes Course IMG_3501 IMG_3507 IMG_3506 IMG_3501 1/5 Outdoor Corps & Peabody Museum 1/9