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Dream, Aspire, Reach, Excel
An after school study program that targets students grades 1-8th. The goal of the program is to promote self-esteem, make learning fun and exciting, motivate students to increase study time, develop skills, and transform and empower the student's attitudes toward learning and achievement. The program utilizes college students as mentors and encourages parental involvement. The program serves forty children in underserved communities of Alameda County at Southgate Elementary, Hayward and Burckhalter Elementary School, Oakland.
Scholastic Book Program
Each quarter this program provides over 2500 free books to selected organizations and programs that promote literacy and reading for children of all ages. The books are distributed through community events and are used to promote learning and literacy skills in low-income communities. Organizers that wish to receive books through this program should call (510) 473-0500 x222.
Youth Action Teams
Youth Action TeamsThis program is a partnership with The Major League Baseball Players Trust and Volunteers of America nationally. The program recruits high school youth and encourages them to get involved by volunteering in their community. The program promotes leadership skills and offers a unique opportunity to better their community. The Bay Area currently has Action Teams in Hayward, Orinda, and San Francisco. These teams work closely with players from the Oakland A’s and San Francisco Giants. To get involved please contact (510) 473-0500 ext 222.
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