We expect all of our Club members to:

Be Safe

Be Respectful 

Be Positive

Be Responsible

Be Great  

Safety

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newburgh and Poughkeepsie are licensed to operate by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYSOCFS).  The Boys & Girls Club conducts background checks and child-abuse screenings on all potential employees and volunteers. Visitors are required to sign in and out of our programs and there are security guards and security cameras at each program location. 

Our Staff

The Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh and Poughkeepsie employs certified teachers, college students, mentors, professional artists and accomplished individuals to work with your child. All program staff receive a minimum of 20 hours of youth development training each year.

Registration and Enrollment

Club members must be enrolled by a parent/guardian. There is no registration fee. Enrollment forms must be completed and on file to officially register your child in the program. 

Parent Involvement

The Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh and Poughkeepsie is a partner in caring for your child after school and we believe that parents play an important role in their child's education. We encourage parents to communicate with program staff about their child's academic progress and provide ongoing feedback about the program. Parents can get involved by volunteering, attending special events, joining the Parent Advisory Council, or attending parent workshops.  Parent involvement, including a parent orientation, is required in order for your child to remain in the program.

What does a day at the Project Learn look like?  

Project Learn

3:00-3:30     Arrival, Snack & Council Time

3:30-4:15     "Power Hour" Homework Help & Tutoring

4:15-5:00     Academic Enrichment

5:00-5:45     Electives

5:45-6:00     Dismissal

Snack & Council Time

Club members enjoy a healthy, nutritious, all natural meal while they sit down with their group leaders and peers for "council time". During council time Club members have time to sit back and relax while they discuss how their day went, tackle a "Question of the Day" or participate in a team-building challenge.

Homework Help and Tutoring 

Students work individually, peer-to-peer, or with a volunteer tutor to complete homework and increase academic success. Homework is reviewed by their classroom teacher.

Academic Enrichment

Each day our students receive hands-on, project-based academic enrichment in order to strengthen and reinforce the academic skills taught during the school day. 

Electives 

We offer students the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities in areas such as visual and performing arts, science & technology, digital media, culinary cuisine, fashion, dance, team sports and more. 

Ready to enroll your child? To register, click here.