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Y-Scholars Summer University at Garfield High School
Offered by: YMCA of Greater Seattle
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Claimed
Last updated:
September, 2021
This program is offered in person.
Address
9725 3rd Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98115
City: Seattle
Phone: (206) 382-5000
Email: cwhitaker@seattleymca.org
Website: http://www.seattleymca.org/
OFFERED BY YMCA of Greater Seattle
AGE
13 — 18
Cost
$1
Who It's For
AGE
13 — 18
Program Overview
Y-Scholars Summer University is an intensive six-week program designed to expand professional and academic interest using culturally relevant curriculum to stimulate learning. Summer University incorporates career exploration, college readiness, health/fitness, and video production activities to keep BIPOC students engaged in academic and extracurricular activities over summer.
Expanding on services offered throughout the school year, Summer University provides opportunities for BIPOC high school students to :
Expanding on services offered throughout the school year, Summer University provides opportunities for BIPOC high school students to :
- Improve their positive self-identities as scholars of color capable of great academic achievements
- Develop as student leaders who hold positions on the student body association
- Lead or launch school clubs at high rates
- Connect with relationships, resources, and skills needed to prepare for success in high school and college
The program's primary goals are to
1) Increase the number of BIPOC students who enroll in and succeed in advanced-level classes
2) Increase the graduation rate for BIPOC students
Health & Safety
Summer University offers a hybrid of in-person and remote programming. Masks and social distancing are required.
Meal/Snacks
Yes, meals/snacks are provided
Accessibility & Location Details
Accessibility Features
Paved Pathway / Access
Ramp
Accessible Toilet
Registration Details
COST & PAYMENT
$1
How To Register
Students are recruited from within the schools where the year-round Y-Scholar program operates.
City: Seattle
Phone: (206) 382-5000
Email: cwhitaker@seattleymca.org
Website: http://www.seattleymca.org/
OFFERED BY YMCA of Greater Seattle
AGE
13 — 18
Cost
$1
