P.S. 138
Our P.S. 138 Unit offers fun and engaging after-school and summer programming for elementary school students, supported by funding from the Department of Youth & Community Development’s COMPASS (Comprehensive After School System of New York City) initiative.
Through this initiative, we realize our vision of helping young people reach their full potential by utilizing our trained and motivated staff along with nationally renowned programs. Our goal is to foster positive contributors to society.
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We adhere to our mission of enriching and enhancing the quality of life for young people, focusing on those aged 6 to 12 from disadvantaged or disenfranchised backgrounds. We provide educational and developmental programs that support their growth and development.
Arts & Crafts
The Arts & Crafts Program embodies monthly themes throughout the school year, providing participants with opportunities to express their creativity through various art forms. This activity emphasizes social-emotional learning, allowing for creative expression through painting, drawing, sculpting, and crafting. Each student is encouraged to find their voice and individuality in their artistic creations.
Dance
In our Dance Program, members explore various dance forms, gaining insights into diverse cultures while staying physically active. Through instruction from our Dance Specialist, participants learn about rhythm, beats, and counts in music. The program encourages self-expression through dance, helping members build self-esteem and confidence as they perform on stage and in front of an audience.
Triple Play/ Healthy Habits
Using the Boys & Girls Club’s Triple Play curriculum, the Healthy Habits Program teaches participants the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The curriculum covers essential topics such as healthy eating, regular exercise, good hygiene, and fostering a positive mindset towards wellness.
Homework Help
Program staff provide homework support four days a week for 45 minutes each session. This time allows members to start their homework and receive additional assistance from staff. Staff members circulate the classroom, offering guidance and monitoring progress as members work independently and in groups to complete assignments before the next activity begins.
Literacy
The Literacy Specialist offers age-appropriate activities designed to enhance literacy and critical thinking skills. These activities include read-alouds, word games, brainteasers, individual and group creative writing, vocabulary and sight word practice, reading comprehension exercises, and the study of current events. The goal is to improve basic reading and writing skills while cultivating critical thinking abilities.
Physical Recreation
Triple Play Program
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Our Activity Specialist uses the Boys & Girls Club's Triple Play curriculum to facilitate activities. Triple Play encompasses three key concepts of healthy lifestyles for youth: Mind, Body, and Soul.
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Mind: Focuses on Healthy Habits, teaching members about personal hygiene, healthy vs. unhealthy foods, and the importance of proper meal portions.
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Body: Involves daily exercise challenges (e.g., push-ups, jumping jacks, sit-ups) to keep members physically active.
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Soul: Emphasizes the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and effective communication.
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The program aims to promote a balanced approach to health and well-being through engaging activities.
Science
Science Program
For grades K through 5, the Activity Specialist will offer age-appropriate observational and hands-on science activities and experiments. The STEM activities will foster skills such as questioning, imagining, testing ideas, observing and measuring, and collaborating. Topics will be relevant to members' everyday world and will span multiple sessions to reinforce learning.
Smart Moves
SMART Moves Program
Members participate in Boys & Girls Club-specific programs under the SMART Moves curriculum, which focuses on building healthy self-esteem, life skills, and age- and gender-specific knowledge. The program helps members manage social situations effectively and adopt best practices for strengthening their character, and enriching their overall lives.
Brent's Club
Ages 10-18 years old
In honor of the Shapiro Foundation and the late Brent Shapiro, Brent’s Club is a drug awareness program dedicated to teaching youth the importance of living above influence. The program offers a unique approach to drug prevention by providing incentives for maintaining sobriety.
Social Recreation
Board Games and Creative Play
Members engage in board games and creative play that foster healthy competition and creativity. Through these activities, they develop sportsmanship and participate in social-emotional learning. Members gain opportunities to display fairness and citizenship while interacting with their peers and navigating social settings.
Clubhouse Staff
Anthony Poe
Program Director
Tanya Tyler
Assistant Program Director
200 Lafayette Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473 | (718) 828-4518 ext. 14104
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Clubhouse Hours: Monday — Friday 2:30pm - 6:00pm