Launch Pad: Academic Support and Mentorship for Students

More than just after school…

Launch Pad After School Program is designed to empower middle school students (6th-8th) to succeed through academic support, mentoring, and workshops. We provide a safe place for students to connect and grow.

Academic support: Homework help, tutoring, and literacy support designed to build confidence and close learning gaps.

Mentoring and Leadership: Positive adult role models helping students develop character, resilience, and life skills.

Career Exploration: Hands-on workshops that expose students to careers, trades, entrepreneurship, and future possibilities.

Four students studying at a table with books, notebooks, and snacks.
Snack + Homework Help
Mentor with four diverse middle schoolers in discussion
Conversation Circles: Mentoring and Life Skills
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Workshops

Program Snapshot…

📍 Location: 4161 Cypress Road, Bridgeton, Missouri (Hosted at Expansion Church)

👥 Grades: 6th–8th Grade

📅 Schedule: Wednesday afternoons 4:00pm-5:30pm (Spring Semester: January 20- April 28)

Schedule

3:00-4:00pm – Arrival : Snacks & Homework Help

4:00-5:30pm – Program: Mentoring Circles & Enrichment Workshops

5:30-6:00pm – Dismissal: Free Time

Children socializing, studying, and playing games during after school program in classroom

Sponsor a Student

Help us keep this program completly free for middle school students!

Sponsor a student for just $50/semester

All giving is tax deductible