The Co-Op after-school program is designed to support foster youth in middle school. Operating Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm, The Co-Op offers a nutritious snack, tutoring, homework help and the opportunity to participate in enrichment programs such as music, art, and film. We also offer special programs over some weekends and during out-of-school time. There is no cost to our families or schools to participate in any of our programs. Transportation is offered if needed.
PROGRAM AREAS
The Academy Project offers a range of specific programs designed to enrich the lives of foster youth, including:
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Tutoring and Reading Support
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Gardening
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Music Enrichment (lessons)
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Dance
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Arts—Film
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Book Club
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Cooking/Nutrition
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Field Trips
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Love4Life Group/Individual Therapy
DAILY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS INCLUDE
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Snack
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Tutoring
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Reading Support
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Art Enrichment
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Peer Activities
PROXIMITY TO LOCAL SCHOOLS
The Academy Project Center is conveniently located near several schools:
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Richard Merkin Middle School
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Downtown Value School
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Berendo Middle School
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Oscar Romero Charter and many more
History of The Academy Project
Founded in 2015, The Academy Project is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing services, resources, and advocacy to foster youth in Los Angeles, CA, through education, empowerment, and community. The program is based on research, including studies conducted by Princeton University specifically for TAP, showing that placement stability and relationships with consistent, caring adults can positively impact foster and at-risk youth. The Co-Op, TAP's out-of-school time enrichment program, offers a variety of activities, including tutoring, reading remediation, arts enrichment, and field trips. Additionally, Camp Xavier, held annually in partnership with Loyola High School, provides a week-long retreat for over 50 foster youth.
Safety and Wellness
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Fully secured lot
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Security system
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Outdoor cameras
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Academic assessments and support
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Mental Health assessments and support
