STEP

Skills, Training, and Enrichment Program (STEP)

Are you a middle school student who hopes to someday attend college? STEP Is a free afterschool program designed to help you overcome barriers to academic success and open doors to higher education. You'll receive instruction in language, science, math, and computer skills, as well as workshops on career exploration and personal management skills. Students also participate in field trips to area colleges and to places of cultural or scientific interest.

About STEP

STEP is an academic support program that serves seventh, and eighth grade students in Holyoke's middle schools. Its mission is to help youth advance academically and stay motivated in order to complete middle school, high school and then enroll in college. The program incorporates interactive and hands-on learning experiences with in-school activities, classes, and field trips. There is no cost to apply to or enroll in STEP.

STEP is a partnership between HCC and the Holyoke Public Schools.

Schedule and Location

STEP meets M-R from 2:52 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. at the Peck, Kelly, and Donahue Schools. The year-round program includes a three-week summer session.

Transportation and Parking

Transportation is provided for participants and parking is available at all program sites.

To Apply

Interested students must fill out a STEP application form. (ANY MORE DETAILS THAT CAN BE ADDED HERE?)

Contact

STEP
Melany Mendoza, Director of After-School Programs
Phone: (413) 552-2471
Fax: (413) 552-2045

STEP is funded by a McNair (MEOP) grant, Hasbro Summer Learning Initiative, Holyoke Public Schools CCLC Program, New Alliance Foundation, and Westfield Bank.