LET'S LINK!

Link@The Y is a free afterschool program serving Lakeview Middle School students.

In partnership with the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, Link@The Y provides student support in the core academic subjects of reading and math, hands on enrichment activities and other experiences that compliment the school day. 

Monthly opportunities for student and family engagement are also planned to strengthen and maintain positive relationships. Through the partnership of schools, churches, grants and individual donations, the program strives to serve 35 students school year.

Link@The Y Mission Statement:
Community links joined together in a chain to support young adults academically, physically, spiritually and socially.

Link@The Y Parent Interest Form

Link@The Y Student Referral Form

Meal Volunteers Needed:
Each day, volunteers provide dinner and inspiration for our students. If you or your group would like to help, please contact Amber Hinch at bealink@ymcachattanooga.org or 706.935.2226.

 

Daily/Weekly Program Activities:

 

Group Therapy

Group Therapy

Let's Talk About it!

Academic Enrichment

Tutoring

Homework help with reading and math, grade monitoring and more.

Physical Activity

Physical Activity

Students get at least 30 minutes of physical activity per day.

Enrichment Activities

Culinary Studio

From YMCA STEAM to the Culinary Studio, the opportunities are endless for students!

Healthy Snacks & Dinner

Healthy Meals

Whether something delicious is being made in the culinary studio or not, healthy meals are always provided to students.

Safe Rides Home

YMCA Afterschool Care

Our staff makes sure kids have a safe ride home every night.

21st Century Community Learning Centers
21st Century Community Learning Centers
Making Afterschool care accessible to more students in our area.

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Our Mission: to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 

At the YMCA, we believe in working together to achieve an environment that is welcoming for all individuals regardless of age, religion, ability, gender or socioeconomic status. To achieve our mission of empowering all people, the Y is committed to providing a space that embodies our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.