Youth Programs
After School Achievement Program
Dumas Wesley’s After School Achievement Program (ASAP) has been in existence for over 40 years. The program serves school-age children ages 6-18 in the Crichton, Toulminville and Mobile community. Five days a week, children enjoy a variety of free academic and character-enhancing activities including: homework assistance, STEAM workshops, career exploration, sports activities, special youth-empowered events and a summer program. A daily meal is also provided at no cost to participants.
After School Achievement Program Goals
- To provide a safe, structured environment for community youth,
- To build an interest and expose students to STEAM opportunities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math),
- To offer rich cultural experiences that nurture a child’s sense of heritage and understanding of their broader world,
- To foster talents in the arts, sports, trades and technology,
- To teach children the core value of integrity and to act with courage, honesty and respect in their relationships and daily interaction.
Registration: The program for the 2023-2024 school year will begin August 7, 2023. All participants must fill out an application and register their child(ren) to attend.
Program Hours: M-F from 3:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for registered participants.
FREE transportation available for registered participants on a first-come, first-served basis from the following schools: Holloway, Mary B. Austin, Florence Howard, Old Shell Road Magnet, Phillips and Scarborough. Please note that you will still need to pick up your child(ren) from Dumas Wesley before 5:30 p.m.
Homework Assistance: Free for ASAP participants
Weekly Activities: Free activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) education activities are offered for ASAP participants
Meas: Free nutritious meals provided daily for registered participants
Summer Recreation Program
Dumas Wesley Community Center’s Summer Recreation Program operates in June and July for school-age children ages 6 – 15. The program offers daily enrichment activities, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) workshops, field trips and a week at Camp Blue Lake in Andalusia, Alabama.
Learn more about the Summer Recreation Program here.
Camp Blue Lake
Dumas Wesley Community Center’s participants in the Summer Recreation Program and Sybil Smith Family Village, enjoy a week at Camp Blue Lake located in Andalusia, Alabama. Children participate in outdoor activities while building authentic relationships and memorable camp experiences.
Learn more about the Summer Recreation Program here.
Support Youth Programs
For more information about Dumas Wesley Community Center’s Youth Programs please contact Allie Smalling, Director, Youth and Senior Services at asmalling@dumaswesley.org or 251.479.0649