ACCESS Summer Youth Programs Expand

posted on: Jun 9, 2011

he Youth & Education Department at ACCESS has been awarded a $187,217 grant through the Michigan Department of Education to expand its summer youth programs. These programs will include math and literacy enrichment, weekly field trips, and both youth development and recreational activities for schools around Metro Detroit.

Last year, ACCESS programs served 210 students at two sites. The expansion will allow an anticipated 500 students to attend at five sites. “Giving children access to a safe, nurturing environment that offers structured enrichment programs during the summer months has been part of our vision at ACCESS for a long time,” says Anisa Sahoubah, director of the Youth & Education Department at ACCESS.

Programs will be available to students enrolled at Salina, Lowrey, and William Ford elementary schools in Dearborn; River Oaks Elementary School in Dearborn Heights; and Bridge Academy in Hamtramck.

Questions about these programs may be directed to the ACCESS Youth & Education Department (313) 842-6761.

ACCESS is a human services organization committed to the development of the Arab American community in all aspects of its economic and cultural life. ACCESS provides a wide range of social, mental health, educational, artistic, employment, legal and medical services. ACCESS is dedicated to empowering people to lead more informed, productive and fulfilling lives. Visit us at www.accesscommunity.org.

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