Propel Afterschool

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Propel’s award-winning Afterschool Program, facilitated by Propel staff, allows students to have continuity from the school day.  We utilize an ever-growing partner network to provide students with academic and enrichment opportunities during the extended day.

“The benefits of afterschool programs are clear. They support working families by ensuring that children are safe and productive when the school day ends. Quality afterschool programs make communities stronger by involving students, parents, business leaders and volunteers. Propel is proud to be an integral part of the afterschool lives of our students.”

–Rosemary Anderson, Director of Propel Afterschool Programs

At no cost to families, Propel’s Afterschool Program aims to improve students’ academic achievement, encourage healthy lifelong skills, provide resources and build an ongoing platform for students and families.

The ASHS Afterschool Program runs Monday through Thursday from 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Some programs may end at different times so please make sure to review the schedule of the program your child(ren) are enrolled in.

Tutoring
Staff: Varies by day
Schedule: Monday- Thursday
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
Students are provided the opportunity to receive academic tutoring beyond the regular school day during our Tutoring Program. In the tutoring program, students are supported by an instructional staff member. The tutoring program is open to ALL 9-12 students.

Gardening Club
Staff: Mrs. Tavenor
Schedule: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 3:30- 4:30pm
For inquiries, please contact Mrs. Tavenor via EMAIL

Video Game Club
Staff: Mr. Cook
Schedule: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 3:30- 4:30pm
For inquiries, please contact Mr. Cook via EMAIL

GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance)
Staff: Mrs. Studebaker
Schedule: Thursday
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
The goal of the Andrew Street GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) is to provide a safe space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning students to talk about their experiences and issues concerning them. We will coordinate events and activities that create an accepting, supportive environment for Andrew Street’s LGTBQ population and their allies. Through acceptance at all our activities we will reduce the isolation and depression that LGBTQ youth often face. We will also discuss ways to increase awareness of LGBTQ issues at Andrew Street, and ultimately work towards decreasing homophobia in our community.
For inquiries, please contact Mrs. Studebaker via EMAIL

Judo Club
Staff: Mr. McMurray
Schedule: Monday & Thursday
Time: 3:30-5pm
As in all sports, Judo has a strict set of rules that governs competition and ensures safety. For those who want to test their skills, Judo offers the opportunity for competition at all skill levels, from club to national tournaments, to the Olympic Games. There are separate weight divisions for men and women, and boys and girls. Judo is best known for it’s spectacular throwing techniques but also involves considerable grappling on the ground utilizing specialized pins, control holds, arm locks, and Judo choking techniques. Judo emphasizes safety, and full physical activity for top conditioning. Judo is learned on special mats for comfort and safety.Judo is unique in that all age groups, both sexes, and most disabled persons can participate together in learning and practicing the sport. Judo is an inexpensive, year-round activity, that appeals to people from all walks of life.
For any inquiries, please contact Mr. McMurray via EMAIL

Deep Focus Program
Staff: Mr. Spergel
Schedule: Wednesday
Time: 3:30- 4:30pm
For inquiries, please contact Mr. Spergel via EMAIL

Chess Club
Staff: Mr. Olshock
Schedule: Tuesday
Time: 3:30- 4:30pm
For inquiries, please contact Mr. Olshock via EMAIL

Cheerleading Team
Staff: Mrs. Smith
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday
Time: 3:30- 5pm
For inquiries, please contact Mrs. Smith via EMAIL

Empowering Young Women
Staff: Ms. Taylor & Ms. Zupancic
Schedule: Wednesday
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
This group establishes positive weekly mentor – peer and peer – peer programming that is built on fun, encouragement, building self-esteem, developing leadership skills, day to day analysis, preparing for the future and the value of behaving, being treated and acting as a sophisticated young lady.
For any inquiries, please contact Ms. Taylor via EMAIL

Project Lunch Tray
Staff: Mr. Applegate
Schedule: Tuesday
Time: 3:30- 5pm
Teams of students from local schools will be paired with regional chefs to create healthy, delicious, kid-friendly school lunch recipes.
Over a 5 month period, these students will engage in activities ranging from recipe creation, to nutrition education, to cost analysis.
We want students to come away feeling empowered to discuss the food they eat.Each round is judged by local community figures and the winners walk away with cash award for their school cooking clubs or after school program. (As per ckpgh)
For inquiries, please contact Mr. Applegate via EMAIL

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All Propel Andrew Street High School students are eligible to attend the Afterschool Program at no-cost. Please complete the attached registration packet and submit to the Afterschool Program- Site Coordinator, Mr. Alan Alcalde.

ASHSAfterschool Registration 2016-2017

ASHS Afterschool Program- Site Coordinator
Mr. Alan Alcalde
alanalcalde@propelschools.org
Phone: 412-462-4625 ext. 1325
Fax: 412-462-6980

Propel Schools Afterschool Program- Director
Dr. Rosemary Anderson
randerson@propelschools.org

Propel Schools Afterschool Program- Assistant Director
Ms. Amy Burrows
amyburrows@propelschools.org

Propel Schools Afterschool Program- Assistant Director
Mrs. Deanna Dugan
ddugan@propelschools.org