Parsons Community School is made up of our SONYC and Beacon programs. These programs are operated by community-based organizations (CBOs).
Both of these programs are funded by the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and are operated by the Child Center of NY. DYCD OVERVIEW
The Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) is a New York City agency that funds programs for youth and families. DYCD thanks you for your interest in this program. You can find out more information about DYCD at: www.nyc.gov/dycd
COMPASS & SONYC OVERVIEW
The Comprehensive After-School System of NYC (COMPASS NYC) comprises more than 800 programs serving young people enrolled in grades K-12. COMPASS NYC’s middle school model, renamed SONYC (School’s Out New York City), serves as a pathway to success for youth in 6th, 7th and 8th grades. After they receive help with their homework, SONYC offers young people a choice in how they spend their time. Designed like clubs, we provide an option of academically challenging activities in the categories of literacy, performance and visual arts, structured sports, leadership development, civic engagement and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). You can find out more information about DYCD COMPASS and SONYC programs at: www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/afterschool/compass.shtml www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/afterschool/SONYC_1.shtml
BEACON OVERVIEW
Beacon programs are collaborative, school-based youth and community development centers designed to provide quality services to young people, adults and to the community during after-school hours, in the evenings, on weekends, on holidays, and in the summer. There are 80 Beacon programs throughout NYC. Our Beacon program has been a cornerstone of our school and at-large community for the past 17 years. Beacon’s after-school program serves as a pathway to success for youth in grades 4 to 10. After they receive help with their homework, our Beacon offers young people a choice in how they spend their time. In the evenings, our Beacon transforms into a place for teens, adults and families to participate in; fitness classes, structured intergenerational sports, basketball clinics and theatre production. You can find out more information about DYCD Beacon programs at: www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/afterschool/beacon.shtml
The Child Center of NY began in 1953 as a children’s counseling center in Queens. Today, we are a powerful community presence throughout NYC, reaching more than 21,700 children and their families each year. Our mission is to strengthen children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. We guide children from birth to adulthood with evidence-based, innovative programs that engage them with school and help them become secure, capable, and confident. You can find out more information about The Child Center of NY at: www.childcenterny.org
