P4SS out-of-school enrichment programs are provided afterschool and during the summer to K-12 students in partnership with the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD).

Funded by the Ohio Department of Education’s Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC), Say Yes! Cleveland and CMSD, City of Cleveland Resource & Recreation Centers, and philanthropic funds.

A dedicated Site Director oversees the P4SS program at each partner school to develop and implement high-quality, engaging programming. P4SS staff implement daily activities to support participants’ academic success and social-emotional wellbeing. Varied specialized providers bring unique, fun activities of interest to all participants.

The P4SS Program aims to:

• Engage students in hands-on, project-based learning
• Partner with teachers and school staff to align with formal academic work
• Foster social-emotional development using the SEE (Social, Emotional, Ethical) Learning curriculum
• Provide homework assistance/tutoring emphasizing reading and math skills integrated with all subjects
• Engage students’ families through support programs, education, and special events

P4SS programs at CMSD high schools have a career development focus. Dedicated career tracks in Allied Health, Manufacturing & Entrepreneurship and Safety & Security introduce high school students to unlimited careers available within industry sectors using problem-based activities, hosting featured speakers, and providing tours to visit work sites and colleges.

National & Local Unique Experiences

• National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF): environmental education program partnering with Cuyahoga Valley National Park to conduct year-long citizen science program.
• NASA-sponsored STEM programs.
• Digital photography instruction for 5th -12th grade students guided by professional photographers.
• Leap Into Science -Franklin Institute programs (Light/Shadow, Wind, Balance) foster literacy and science for students in grades K-5 and their families.
• Young Entrepreneur Institute’s (YEI) curricula teaches youth business skills including Lemonade Day (grades 3-8) and makers space creations
• Business Entrepreneurship Focus for high school students – building a team, creating a business plan, making products, and selling items to earn