Propel Afterschool

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.

Propel Afterschool 21st CCLC * Parent Involvement Policy

Parent Involvement Policy Statement of Purpose: Propel Afterschool will work with the regular school day to provide support to families, empowering them as they guide their children through learning experiences during out-of-school time.  To accomplish this objective we have created a parent engagement program with several facets.

1. Individual computer training will be offered by an afterschool staff member at all 21st CCLC sites. A schedule of availability is posted on the Propel website. Having the opportunity to use the internet will help families connect with community resources and learn or use Microsoft Word skills.  
2. Two-hour group workshops which will include financial literacy and technology will be offered on a rotating basis at 21st CCLC afterschool sites.  Academic workshops will provide parents with guidance from Propel integration, math, and literacy staff on what their children are learning during the day and how to help them succeed. All Propel families from 21st CCLC sites are invited to all workshops.
3.  Lastly, we will offer workshops on parenting skills such as conflict management throughout the year and Healthy Youth PA will hold family dinner nights revolving around positive attitudes; healthy relationships; future academic and career goals; and life skills.  

Visitation Policy/Building Visitation: The administration and faculty of Propel Afterschool wish to support home/after school cooperation. In order to make your visit to the afterschool program more profitable to you and to us, and safe for all students, we ask:

1. Please schedule your visit in advance. A phone call to the site coordinator will alert all staff of your presence.
2. Program visits are scheduled through the site coordinator.
3. If you desire a conference with an afterschool supervisor, make an appointment through the site coordinator.
4. All visitors must register in with the site coordinator and obtain a visitor’s ID.

Andrew Street High School, Braddock Hills Middle and High School, Homestead (6-8), McKeesport (6-8), and Northside (6-8) are 21st Century Community Learning Centers funded, in part, through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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Propel Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs or activities.

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

All children served under this program are served at no separate charge regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or disability. There is no discrimination in admission policy, meal service, or the use of facilities.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.

To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.