About the Academy of Leaders Program

The Academy of Leaders elementary after-school and summer program provides academic and youth development programming for kindergarten through fifth grade students after school and during summer. The program works to improve student achievement in academic subjects, develop leadership habits and provide opportunities for students to learn the 21st century skills needed to be college and career ready.

The program’s design incorporates all elements of proven highly-effective after-school program models, including academic tutoring in core subjects, project-based STEAM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math), enrichment activities, leadership development and parent/family involvement.

The Academy of Leaders furnishes the academic proficiency and nurtures the self-efficacy necessary for students to succeed in school and prepare for post-secondary education and career readiness.

ACADEMIC YEAR
2020-2021

0%
at or above proficiency in English Language Arts
0%
at or above proficiency math
0%
at or above proficiency science

Program Details

DATES

August 14, 2024 – May 22, 2025
Monday through Thursday

TIMES

2:50 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION

Grace Place for Children and Families
4300 21st Ave SW
Naples, FL 34116

Target Schools:

Golden Gate Elementary
Golden Terrace Elementary
Herbert Cambridge Elementary
Lavern Gaynor Elementary
Mike Davis Elementary

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAM MANAGER

Crystal Hidalgo
239.255.7217
crystal.hidalgo@graceplacenaples.org

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education changes everything.

An investment in the literacy and language skills of our families is an investment in the workforce of Collier County. Together we can build a stronger community, now and for future generations.