Pray Erie

Urban University, Erie City Mission After School Program

Tuesday, January 9^th – Wednesday, May 1^st

Grades 7th-12th

Various Locations

4:00PM – 7:00PM

Cost: $20.00 – $30.00 per course and includes dinner

Urban University seeks to develop junior high and high school students in Erie County toward servant leadership through a variety of experiences that include career exploration, academic enrichment, commerce, service learning, mentorship, and faith formation

Program and application details at

www.eriecitymission.org/urban-university Contact: RoseMarie Croce, Director Youth Ministries at 814.572.2365 / rmcroce@eriecitymission.org or scan the QR code.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM DETAILS:

• Drop off time: 3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Pick up time: 7:00 p.m.

• Scholarship and transportation needs are considered upon request.

• Each course accepts between 6-10 students and includes a nutritious meal.

• Please note that our program meets regardless of days off from school. It will be expected that you consider

vacation, family events, appointments, etc. against our schedule so that you may ensure your student’s

attendance for every session, unless they are sick

Application and Online Registration

https://www.eriecitymission.org/our-programs/urban-university/youth-program-mentor-application-process

2023 Winter After School Course Schedule:

January 9^th – May 1^st

Sewing & Denim Design:

Tuesdays and Thursdays/4 sessions total (January 9, 11, 16, 18)

Beginner and advanced students will have the opportunity to learn and enhance their sewing machine skills as they design and create

a body length blanket from repurposed denim material.

Course Lead: Susan Hershelman

Location: Erie City Mission Youth Classroom (1017 French Street)

Cost: $15.00 (OR $25.00 for both Sewing and Mural Art)

Mural Art in collaboration with Glass Growers Gallery:

Tuesdays and Thursdays/4 sessions total (January 23, 25, 30, February 1)

Learn the techniques, inspirations, and creativity behind designing a mural in partnership with Glass Growers Gallery and local

muralists: Thomas Ferraro, Ceasar Westbrook, and Jamie Keim.

Student Showcase: Friday, February 2

Course Lead: Emily Ernes and Tracey Berger

Location: Glass Growers Gallery (10 East 5th Street)

Cost: $20.00 (OR $25.00 for both Mural Art and Sewing)

Leadership In Action:

Tuesdays and Thursdays/8 sessions total (February 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29)

Discover how practical leadership is learned and applied through the movie Remember the Titans and hear G.R.I.T. stories from local

and national leaders as students consider and develop their own story, along with service event and Escape Room experiences.

Note: Special evening service event on February 13

Student Showcase: Thursday, February 29

Course Lead: Cindy Heintz

Location: Erie City Mission Youth Classroom (1017 French Street)

Cost: $30.00

International Cooking:

Tuesdays and Thursdays/6 sessions total (March 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21)

Discover the art and tastes of various ethnic dishes as students engage in cooking meals, learning about other cultures and traditions,

and eating together.

Course Lead: RoseMarie Croce and Special Guest Chefs

Location: Erie City Mission Hagen Hall Kitchen (1017 French Street)

Cost: $25.00

Marketing and Graphic Design:

Tuesdays and Thursdays/8 sessions total (April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25)

This “youth commerce” effort combines learning marketing theories, Vectornator graphic design program, and business as students

create positive leadership designs to be sold through our annual online merch store.

Course Lead: Tracey Berger

Location: Erie City Mission Youth Classroom (1017 French Street)

Cost: $30.00

Pickleball:

Mondays and Wednesdays/7 sessions total (April 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, May 1)

Learn or improve your skills in this popular and rising sport, as we drill through games and competitions.

Student Showcase: Wednesday, May 1

Course Lead: RoseMarie Croce and Special Coaching Guests

Location: Church of the Cross (5901 Millfair Road)

Cost: $20.00

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM DETAILS:

• Drop off time: 3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Pick up time: 7:00 p.m.

• Scholarship and transportation needs are considered upon request.

• Each course accepts between 6-10 students and includes a nutritious meal.

• Please note that our program meets regardless of days off from school. It will be expected that you consider

vacation, family events, appointments, etc. against our schedule so that you may ensure your student’s

attendance for every session, unless they are sick

Application and Online Registration:

https://www.eriecitymission.org/our-programs/urban-university/youth-program-mentor-application-process