HOPE for Kids is a program of House of Peace & Education (HOPE) in Gardner that provides afterschool mentoring, homework help, meals and a summer program for school‑age children, with an emphasis on supporting those facing academic, social or behavioral challenges and families in need.
HOPE for Kids is operated by House of Peace & Education in Gardner and offers afterschool mentoring, homework assistance and a summer program for school‑age children. The program focuses on supporting participants' academic, social and behavioral development.
The program uses a mentoring model and an asset‑based curriculum delivered by professional educators to provide tutoring, homework help, social skills development and positive role modeling. Programming works in collaboration with local schools and includes meals during program time that follow Massachusetts DESE food program guidelines.
The organization maintains classroom space for its youth programs, operates a community boutique and a coffee shop as part of its services, and provides transportation for some program sessions. Recent facility changes added additional classroom space and a replacement mini school bus to support program participation.
A professionally directed daily afterschool mentoring and tutoring program using an asset‑based curriculum that focuses on participants' strengths and works with local school faculty and parents to support academic and personal development.
A professionally directed daily afterschool program that provides young children opportunities for play, peer interaction, creative activities, social development and expression of feelings; goals include a safe, nurturing environment, games and crafts, confidence building and positive relationships.
Runs for six weeks in July and August with two‑week sessions (transportation provided for some sessions). Programming is Monday–Friday, 8:30 A.M.–3:00 P.M. and includes tutoring, arts and crafts, theme days, recreation time, free breakfast and lunch, and occasional off‑site trips.
A professionally directed program offering academic, cultural and social skill building, leadership activities and positive peer interactions, with emphasis on study skills, confidence and motivation toward graduation.
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