Primary Services
Our primary services are after-school tutoring and mentoring programs for children in grades K-8 who meet eligibility guidelines. Our elementary school sites operate daily during the school year, from 3:30 pm until 5:30 pm. On Fridays, students participate in a variety of enrichment activities. And at our junior high school sites, program is also available daily, Monday through Thursday. We offer an enriching curriculum that is implemented by nurturing leaders and supported by volunteers from around the community. Academic progress is evaluated by a combination of assessment tools including district MAP scores and direct communication with each student’s school teacher.
Eligibility
GECRC is available to eligible students within Glen Ellyn School District 41 and 89 boundaries (Glen Ellyn, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream, Lombard, and Wheaton). Thanks to the generosity of the community, there is no cost to participate in GECRC for students who meet one or more of the following eligibility factors:
- Free/Reduced School Breakfast/Lunch Program
- School Fee Waiver
- Temporary Assistance for needy Families (TANF)
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- DCFS Foster or Intact Family Services
- Medicaid & also meeting HUD Income Guidelines
Collaboration
GECRC values the impact that community collaborations have on GECRC programs and students. Enrichment opportunities, supported by our community partners, further the academic and social growth of students and assist families as they support their children’s educational and social development.
Elementary Program
The Elementary Program operates from 3:30-5:30 pm (M-F) during the school year. After school, K-5 students are provided with a nutritious snack and outdoor activities at the start of program, and then with their volunteer tutors, participate in one-on-one or small group homework assistance. GECRC also offers enrichment activities on Fridays such as soccer teams, book clubs, drawing, music, Chess Club, coding, art, and STEM programs. Our current elementary school program is held daily after school at:
- Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
- Churchill Elementary School
- D41 Kindergarten Center
- Park View Elementary School
For questions, please contact:
Lizzy Doty
Program Director - Operations
edoty@gecrc.com
Junior High Program
The Junior High Program meets from the end of the school day until late bus arrival, Monday through Thursday during the school year. This program is designed to address the unique needs of 6th-8th grade students, provide homework assistance, and prepare students for social and academic success in high school. Our current Junior High Program is at Hadley Junior High School in District 41 and at Glen Crest Middle School in CCSD 89.
For questions, please contact:
Lizzy Doty
Program Director - Operations
edoty@gecrc.com
Summer Program
Summer program runs five per week, for eight weeks during the summer months, and is open to all elementary and junior high students in D41 and D89 who meet eligibility requirements and are going into 1st - 8th grade in the fall season. Programming is aimed at ensuring all children in need have access to academic and social support during summer break to prevent the "summer slide", and includes classroom instruction, mentorship, enrichment activities, field trip experiences, and more! Participants are provided with daily breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
For questions, please contact:
Sarah O'Donnell
Executive Director
sodonnell@gecrc.com | 630.270.7510