Phoebe’s Story

Phoebe’s Story

Phoebe*, a student at Al Lenzmeier West Side Club, is entering first grade this year. When she first joined the Club last year, she needed support and encouragement with literacy. Ms. Dee and other staff members worked closely with Phoebe, using flashcards and...
Staying Connected for Great Futures

Staying Connected for Great Futures

Club alumni are the leaders, innovators, and change-makers who grew up in the Club, sharing a passion for supporting the next generation of Club kids. Through intentional, continuous, and open engagement, we connect alumni and youth to their peers, resources, and...
Club-Wide Spelling Bee

Club-Wide Spelling Bee

Every Spring, BGCTC hosts a Club-wide Spelling Bee! Youth ages K-5 from all Club locations come together to showcase their skills. Clubs spend months beforehand preparing and practicing for the big affair! Spelling is a core...
STEM Mentors

STEM Mentors

BGCTC is excited to continue the STEM mentor partnership with the Sea Research Foundation. The group mentoring program is for youth ages 6–10. STEM Mentoring brings together youth and mentors for fun, hands-on activities about science, technology, engineering,...
FASTBridge Assessments

FASTBridge Assessments

At BGCTC, we know there is great value in assessing the youth we serve to be sure that they have access to the support they need to be successful! FASTBridge is a Math and Reading assessment tool that combines computer adaptive testing with curriculum-based measures...
Emmanuel’s Story

Emmanuel’s Story

*Emmanuel is a third grader at the Al Lenzmeier West Side Club and has attended nearly every day since kindergarten. This includes participating in small group tutoring during the Covid-19 pandemic. Emmanuel has been working one-on-one with staff on his English...