Catharine Street Community Center (CSCC) promotes and coordinates educational, health, and cultural programs that enrich and improve the lives of individuals, children, and families in Dutchess County.
For nearly a century, Catharine Street Community Center has fulfilled its mission of supporting families in Dutchess County through its education, after-school, and summer enrichment programs. The organization continuously seeks ways to enrich the lives of youth and their families by creating a healthy environment for learning.
The mission of the center grows stronger and clearer each year. From the beginning, the center earned a reputation for caring and concern for children and families. That care and concern continue today as it helps individuals, children, and families acquire and strengthen the tools needed to navigate challenging economic and social conditions.
By providing vital services and opportunities, Catharine Street Community Center helps build a better community. Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr., the organization also has a dream, and with support, the dreams and aspirations of many youths can come true at Catharine Street Community Center.
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Catharine Street Community Center Programs
SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (Grades 1-6)
This program operates for eight (8), six (6) or two (2) weeks in the summer. The multicultural program is supervised by trained professional staff and offers basic skills enrichment (reading, writing, math, computing) and cultural and recreational activities, such as foreign language, nature walks, music, dance, arts and crafts, field trips to local museums and swimming at Pulaski Pool. The cost of special activities and nutritious meals and snacks are included.
BRIDGE TO SCHOOL PROGRAM (Pre K-K)
This is a school readiness childcare program for children ages 3-5. NYS certified and licensed teachers provide children with curriculum-based skills building activities designed to prepare them for a successful start in school. The program helps strengthen communication and social-emotional development. Age-appropriate learning materials, such as interactive storytelling, music, dance and visual arts, are provided along with nutritious snacks.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM (Grades 1-3)
CSCC provides children with a safe after-school environment supported by professional and caring staff. After-school transportation and a nutritious snack are offered, along with project-centered planned activities designed to strengthen reading, writing, math, verbal, computer, and life skills. Children can also participate in clubs such as Spanish, Dance, Money Management, History, and Little Chefs.
UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN (Age 4)
Under the auspices of the City of Poughkeepsie School District, CSCC provides a Universal Pre-Kindergarten program to help prepare children for a successful start in school. The program is for children age four.
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