School Year Programs

If you are interested in serving at one of these programs please click the SERVE tab above!

Kid Power

Our Kid Power Program assists students in grades 1-3 further develop their reading and comprehension skills. KP takes place every day in the local school. Each tutor is assigned to assist a teacher in the classroom to maintain students’ attention on core subjects. This vital time is spent learning, improving students’ math or reading skills, and building long-lasting relationships. Our sessions last for up to 90 minutes on a weekday which is most convenient for the teacher and tutor, typically sometime between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm.

XLR8

Many students require extra attention in order to cultivate their holistic learning experience. We believe education is a ladder, and if a student misses a step without proper guidance, then they cannot move up. The XLR8 program bridges that gap for students in grades 1-6 through a STEAM-curriculum-based tutoring program that assists students in developing their math and logical reasoning skills. XLR8 takes place on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights from 5:30-7:30PM.

Primetime

Prime Time is a youth-based program which focuses on students between 2nd grade and 7th grade at Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy in Bridgeport. This program is built on a balanced curriculum of activities, sports and Bible study. Primetime takes place every Monday from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM for grades 2–7.

Revolution

AIM HIGH & DREAM BIG! Revolution is a youth-based program that focuses on students in grades 9-12. We provide a safe environment where youth can play games, eat, and learn. This age range is a transformative period. Mentorship, especially for these kids, is paramount. Revolution takes place from 6:30- 8:00 PM on Tuesday nights.

High School Hoops

Hoops is a high school program where students come to build team-based attitudes. This is done through skills training, mentoring, and Bible lessons. Hoops takes place on Wednesday nights at Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy in Bridgeport from 7:30-9:00 PM.

Making A Difference

The programs at Urban Impact have helped increase the reading proficiency rate of students within the PT Barnum Apartments in Bridgeport from 6.5% to 23%, but we still have work to do! The rate for a neighboring school in Fairfield with the same population size is 78%. The city of Fairfield ranks in the top 88% state wide while Claytor ranks in the bottom 5% in CT. The math proficiency is at only 10%. Your service can help us continue to bridge this gap!

Summer Programs

There’s no time to waste! Summertime programs help our students maintain their progress and have fun! We would love to welcome you to our community of love, service, and education.

Summer Enrichment: Join us this summer on Monday and Tuesday nights from 5:30-7:30pm at Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy to mentor students! Our program offers educational sessions, positive character building sessions, recreational activities, and a warm dinner to the students of PT. Help us maintain our students’ academic progress during the summer break! We cannot wait to welcome you!

Week of Hope: A week-long bible study program that takes place the week of August 8th-12th from 5:30pm-7:30pm each day. Join us in service and faith with your family and friends! Over 100 kids come and enjoy games, crafts, worship, lessons, and small group activities. Please email Tanja tanja@urbanimpactct.org for more information!

Camp Spofford: This year from July 11th-15th between 20-30 kids get the opportunity to attend a sleep-away camp in New Hampshire for 1 week! This experience will help them grow in faith while enjoying the outdoors!