YMCA - Y-CAP (YMCA Community Action Programs)

AKA:

YCAP Davidson, Robertson & Williamson County; Y-Literacy, Y-Quest, Achievers

Description:

Y-CAP (YMCA Community Action Programs) provides programs and experiences that close the opportunity gap for students grades K-12 in Tennessee; this office serves Davidson, Robertson and Williamson Counties.

The agency serves students through literacy tutoring, social and emotional learning programs, and college and career readiness resources!€”all at no cost. Their mission is to offer support and encouragement to youth from adults who care.

Y-Literacy helps struggling readers in grades K-5 gain confidence by increasing their reading comprehension and literacy skills. Program offers weekly free one-on-one tutoring to students who are reading below their grade level. The curriculum covers the essential components of literacy: phonics, fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and sight-word recognition. Y-Literacy currently meets virtually via Zoom.

Y-Quest offers a fun, welcoming space after school Monday through Thursday. Students learn the skills, knowledge, and mindsets they need to handle strong emotions, better understand and connect with their peers, and avoid and resolve conflicts. Y-Quest aims to guide student's progress in emotion management, academic achievement, and building positive identity.

Achievers helps high school students from diverse backgrounds explore both college and career pathways, develop a positive sense of self, and make a plan for the future.

Hours:

Hours vary by program. Most programs are offered after school and during school breaks. Visit the website or call for more information.

Intake Process:

Call for details.

Program Fees:

No fee.

Eligibility:

Students who attend selected elementary, middle, and high schools in Davidson, Robertson, and Williamson counties. The Achievers programs focus on high school students, Y-Quest reaches middle schoolers and Y-Literacy serves elementary school students.

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

July 21, 2024

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteers are needed for all programs. Call the program contact for more information.