Podium RVA

In 2025, 95% of Podium youth expressed they felt encouraged to try new skills while in our after-school programs. These are numbers I can believe in. Will you support me by supporting Podium's mission? Head to www.podiumrva.org/donate today.
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Are you looking to build up your professional network? Podium hosts a monthly Synapse Hub! Join us on Tues, June 16th, from 12 PM - 1 PM with our special guest speaker, Kaisha McCrea! Synapse Hub 10: A Perfect #10 & #1 in Fun! Sign up to visit for free here: https://www.synapsehubs.com/visit-a-hub/

June is and Podium is taking time to celebrate and highlight some powerful youth pieces from years passed. Podium has been blessed to be the safe space for countless youth over the years, and we take this role seriously. Check out this awesome piece by an anonymous author.

Thank you so much for your writing submission and your commitment to equality.

What causes do YOU care about? Let us know!
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Our Farm-to-Table Market will be open for business this Friday, May 29, at Armstrong High School! All RPS families are invited to stop by from 1:45-3:15 p.m. to pick up free, Virginia-grown produce for your family to enjoy at home.

Congratulations to our 2026 graduates! We are very proud of our youth for reaching this milestone and can't wait to see what they do next!

View the graduations on the RPS YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/ May 26-28.

Why not network on your lunch break? Join Hub #10, but #1 in fun, on Tuesday, June 2nd, from 11:30 - 1pm at the Newmarket Corporation cafe. Register for free here: https://my.synapsehubs.com/Register-Meeting/?meetingId=c1b0b020-7e45-f111-88b5-000d3a30641a

From college and career preparation to self-identity exploration, Podium programs allow youth to learn and grow in an environment that fits them. Check out our program schedule and reach out to learn more about how you can get your child involved today.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

Podium RVA takes youth mental health seriously. This is why we build our curriculum with an emphasis on both academic and social-emotional learning. By equipping youth with critical communication, self-reflection, and social skills, they are empowered with the framework needed to succeed in school, career, and in life. With your support, Podium mentors confident, compassionate, and resilient youth ready to thrive in an ever-evolving world.