Bridges to Educational Excellence

Our focus on building Bridges to Educational Excellence is designed to link youth, families, schools and communities to help our youth build skills, enhance their love for learning, strengthen their sense of citizenship and develop a strong value system, such as honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. The Bridges to Educational Excellence services includes the after-school program, summer camp and tutorial program.

After School Program

The FBCDC After-School Program is a program established for youth of all ages to provide direct educational support to needy students, while encouraging and developing their self-esteem and enhancing their scholastic knowledge. The After-School Program is held Monday through Friday from 3:00-5:30 p.m. The After-School program will be structured with daily as well as weekly activities. The major components of the program are: homework and academic help, recreation (free play and organized games/activities), reading time, nutritious snacks and enrichment activities (arts & crafts, sports, board games, computer use, cooking, sewing, etc.). This program also provides preparation for the Exit Exam, PAC T, SAT and ACT.

Tree of Life Tutorial Program

The “Tree of Life” tutorial program provides direct support to needy students, while assisting them in feeling good about themselves. As individuals are introduced into a learning environment, they will begin to build their confidence and be prepared/equipped to learn as well as other students. The components of the tutorial ministry include: direct one-on-one contact/tutoring, mentoring, parental involvement, peer tutoring, computer tutorial/learning, and educational advancement. Other benefits include assistance in vocational and collegiate discovery and placement, and a curriculum in “goal setting” for high school students. The tutorial ministry is held on Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m.

Summer Camp

The FBCDC Summer Day Camp provides a safe, structured, nurturing environment for youth ages 5-15. The components of the camp are continued tutorial support, educational field trips and varied opportunities, which promote the child’s physical, social and intellectual growth. The camp will provide breakfast, lunch and snacks; devotional/biblical study time; field trips; guest speakers on Fridays; outdoor recreation; movie time; arts & crafts. The hours of operation are from 9 am – 5 pm, Monday-Friday for a six week period.