Jackie Robinson Center
This Center develops and implements programs to assist youth ages 8 to 18, from elementary schools through high schools, in districts 13, 16, 17, 23, and 32. Currently, the Center provides services to approximately 6,000 students in after school programs by offering tutoring in math and science, sporting events, cultural activities and counseling.
The Center also sponsors a Youth Leadership Program and provides college placement advisement. Additionally, counseling is available for parents at all of the sites and workshops are presented periodically to assist and provide parents with coping skills.
At its core, the Center has a strong orientation toward motivating young people to accomplish their goals.