Grandma’s Kids is an after-school program that serves children in formal or informal kinship placement, foster care, and single parent households. Children who are low-income and at-risk of violence and disparities that can mitigatecompromise their academic progress are also eligible. We serve local public schools in the North Philadelphia neighborhood. Grandma’s Kids focuses on student growth via homework and academic support and provides a positive social-emotional learning environment for students in Kindergarten through fifth grade. Our goal is to support our students on their journey toward academic success, provide a safe and nurturing environment, and promote a physically healthy lifestyle.
Program Services
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Academic tutoring provided by trained staff and Temple students
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Academic enrichment focused on the areas of Literacy, STEM, Health and Wellness, and Cultural Learning
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Social-emotional learning curriculum
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Free nutritional meals
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Free field trips
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Events, celebrations, and family engagement
Contact
Families seeking additional information should contact:
Courtney Poprik, MSW
Assistant Director of Family-Based Services
215-204-3105
courtney.poprik@temple.edu
Temple University students can join our team and learn more about work-study and volunteer opportunities.
Join Our Team
Grandma’s Kids works with Temple University students to provide tutoring and homework help to elementary-aged students on-site inside the public schools we serve. Paid opportunities are available through work study, and volunteer opportunities are also available. Students of all majors, years and backgrounds are welcome. Participants:
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Gain valuable experience working with children and the community.
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Receive relevant training and skill development.
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Work closely with other Temple students to achieve your goals.
Contact
Reach out for further information and next steps to becoming a tutor!
Courtney Poprik, MSW
Assistant Director of Family-Based Services
215-204-3105
courtney.poprik@temple.edu
