Programs & Services

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CLUB PROGRAMS

Character and Leadership Development

The Character and Leadership Development core program area empowers youth to support and influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others’ cultural identities.

Examples of these programs are: Youth of the Year, leadership training for all teen staff, community service projects, Teen Council, Keystone Clubs, Torch Clubs.

Education and Career Development

The Education and Career Development core program area enables youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations and embrace technology to optimize employability.

Examples of these programs are: JCPenney After School Power Hour Program, Goals for Graduation, homework help and tutoring, puzzles, educational games, literacy programs, internet exploration, youth entrepreneurial programs, and utilization of computer technology for homework assistance and educational development.

Health and Life Skills

The Health and Life Skills core program area develops young people’s capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nuture their own well-being, set personal goals and develop the competencies to live successfully as self-sufficient adults.

Examples of these programs are: SMART Moves; SMART Girls; Safety Awareness Programs, Goals for Growth, health and prevention programs and independent living classes, which include cooking and money management.

The Arts

The Arts core program area enables youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of visual and tactile arts and crafts, performing arts and creative writing.

Examples of these programs are: National Photography Contest, National Fine Arts Exhibit, music education programs, arts and crafts, ceramics, dance, story telling and woodworking.

Sports, Fitness and Recreation

The Sports, Fitness and Recreation core program area develops fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment, and social and interpersonal skills.

Examples of these programs are: Team sports (Dapper Dan Hockey/Basketball/Flag Football/Baseball/Soccer), individual sports (billiards, Dapper Dan Golf, table tennis, martial arts, board and table games, fitness testing, aerobics, relay races, athletics leagues, and tournaments).

Charter School

A partnership between and Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania and the City of Pittsburgh School District means a new choice in public education for you and your children… Career Connections Charter High School.

The mission of Career Connections Charter High School is to provide a safe, structured learning environment that prepares all students for a productive life. The teaching of skills that help to achieve career goals will be accomplished through a strong teacher-parent-student partnership. With small class size, an interdisciplinary curriculum, innovative teaching techniques and an internship component, our students will be prepared to make informed career choices.

There are lessons, and then there are life lessons. At Career Connections Charter High School, we teach our students both. Through our school to career focus, we go beyond English, Math, Science and History to prepare our graduates for post-secondary education or the career of their choice.

Career Exploration Opportunities highlight a wide variety of career directions and spark the exploration of those that match students’ interests.

Skill Building Classes teach students improved note taking, organization, planning and study skills to give them the edge they need to improve productivity and performance.

Internship Program gives seniors hands-on applied learning and the opportunity to gain practical experience prior to graduation.

Computer Access and Classes expose students to the technology and software found in most college and workplace environments. Students gain the knowledge they need to work with the latest computer programs and applications.

Innovative Teaching Methods cover Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies and Computers, while enhancing listening, speaking, decision-making and problem solving skills.

We welcome you to learn more about the journey your son or daughter can undertake as a student at Career Connections Charter High School. Please contact Dr. Theresa Henderson, Chief Executive Officer at (412) 68201816 to schedule a visit or to receive more information about this unique opportunity.

Outlet Connection

Outlet Connection is a new retail venture owned and operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania. With start-up funding from the Alcoa Foundation and an anonymous foundation, this teen oriented retail venture opened its doors in August 1999. The store offers a unique shopping experience to customers, while providing job and entrepreneurial opportunities for teenage members of the Boys & Girls Club. After tax, profits from the store are used to provide educational scholarships for the teen employees and to expand teen guidance and leadership development services.

Through involvement with the Outlet Connection, teens educate themselves with hands-on experience. They learn skills that are applicable to real life situations. They internalize integrated creativity, responsibility and the values of the Boys & Girls Club. Teenagers that shop in the Outlet Connection are able to afford the highest quality clothing at very discounted prices. Their self-esteem and confidence is boosted. Outlet Connection is also having a direct impact on the residents of the urban community of Lawrenceville.