Get Help Today: 203-368-4291 Sign Language Request an Interpreter Senior Meals on Wheels About Our Services Events Contact Behavioral Health Youth Development Family Resources Get Involved Donate Center for Youth Development LifeBridge works with Bridgeport’s youth and their families to help them build resilience. Our youth program focuses on academic enrichment, mentoring, experiential learning opportunities, leadership/team building, and mental health. Urban Scholars Program The Urban Scholars Program assists youth residing in The West End of Bridgeport, ages 11-14 and entering grades 6-9, by providing them with an array of academically engaging activities designed to promote learning and prosocial behaviors in a way that young people will find enjoyable. The Urban Scholars Program also integrates behavioral health services. Our goal is to help youth as they navigate life’s challenges and increase their opportunities to build resiliency. Interested? Please complete this online form and a staff member will contact you. Location: LifeBridge Community Services, 475 Clinton Avenue, Bridgeport, CT Cost: The Urban Scholars Summer Program is FREE of charge. Eligibility & Applications Scholars age 11 to 14 currently enrolled in grades 6 to 9 in a Bridgeport public or charter school. An application must be completed and signed by the student’s parent or legal guardian. All scholars and their parent/guardian must interview prior to participation. Scholar must have a negative COVID-19 test within 10 days of starting the program. Scholar must have a physical within one year at the time of registration. Applications are accepted until spaces are filled. Health is our top priority at the Urban Scholars Program. Both staff and youth will receive a medical screening & COVID-19 test prior to participation. All staff and scholars are required to wear masks when indoors. High touch areas inside the building are sanitized frequently throughout the day. Questions? Call Kim Johnson at 203-368-5548 or email urbanscholars@lifebridgect.org. The Urban Scholars Program After School Brochure Urban Scholars Program After School Brochure The Urban Scholars After School Program Are you looking for a program where young people can try new things and safely spend time with friends? Urban Scholar After School Program activities include: Academic Tutoring Snack Each scholar selects two of the following activities each semester: Robotics Visual Arts Music Instruction (drums, guitar, and piano) Martial Arts Modern Dance Additional activities include: Creative Writing Science Team Building Book Club When: September – June 3:00 – 6:00 PM Program runs Monday through Friday on days when school is in session. Special programming will be offered during winter and spring break. Scholars commit to participating for the entire program, unless noted at registration. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Urban Scholars Program Application Please print and complete the three forms below and return to Kim Johnson at LifeBridge. 2021 – 2022 Urban Scholars Program Application Urban Scholars Medical Form – FY21-22 Transportation/Walking Permission Form FY 21-22 475 Clinton Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06605 PHONE: 203-368-4291 FAX: 203-368-1239 Contact Us About Executive Staff & Board of Directors Who We Serve Accreditation, Certifications & Affiliations Become Part of Our Family Donate Volunteer Internships Careers Events Stay Informed Subscribe to our Newsletter Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Copyright ©2021. All rights reserved. Website Privacy Policy