Art that Heals: Be Part of their Journey

Art that Heals: Be Part of their Journey

When words aren’t enough, art can speak. Satiza, a teen at our Al Lenzmeier West Side Club, saw her peers struggling with mental health and wanted to make a difference. She created A.R.T.E. (Art, Reflect, Talk, and Empower) – a program that gives young people a...
Sean’s Story

Sean’s Story

Sean Hubbard first started attending East Side Club in middle school after being invited by his best friend. He stopped by just to “check it out” but ended up staying all day and kept coming back through graduation. Sean remembers not wanting to leave – he’d get...
Preparing the Next Generation of Scholars

Preparing the Next Generation of Scholars

Recently, the Eastside Club helped more than 80 teens prepare for life after high school through the Diplomas2Degrees program. Designed to strengthen both academic and leadership skills, the program helps teens clarify next steps toward pursuing their goals.  Even...
Clara’s Literacy Growth

Clara’s Literacy Growth

Clara, a fifth grader at our Elk River Club, made remarkable progress in reading this summer. She moved from “some risk” to the “low-risk” category – boosting her cumulative reading score by an impressive 10 points! Clara stepped into the new school year...
Math Growth in Action!

Math Growth in Action!

At BGCTC, we know the importance of academic support year-round – not just during the school year. This summer at the John W. Hardeman III Club, we saw what’s possible when kids get individualized support in math and it’s amazing. Under the guidance of our education...