Back to School:
Filling the Gap with
YMCA’s Enriching Programs 

As students gear up for another school year, YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is here to support families during the school day gap while nurturing teen potential through meaningful programs. 

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Before & AfterSchool Care
YMCA’s licensed School Age Care serves youth in grades K-5 at over 26 schools and YMCA locations. Children enjoy homework support, arts, movement, and character-building in a nurturing environment—offering working parents peace of mind and kids purposeful, positive time before and after school. 

Achievers: College & Career Readiness
The Achievers program helps high school students prepare for life beyond graduation. Through tailored workshops, college visits, goal-setting sessions, and mentorship, teens gain confidence and a clear roadmap toward higher education and careers. Learn more about our Achievers program by clicking HERE.

Music Resource Center: A Teen-Focused After School Center
Located at 3032 Woodburn Ave, the Music Resource Center is open Monday–Friday from 2 to 7 PM (12–6 PM in summer) and offers teens in grades 7–12 a space to produce, perform, and express themselves through music—all for just $10/month. 

It’s more than just a studio: MRC is a place where creative energy combines with life skills coaching in a supportive teen community. Learn more about the MRC by clicking HERE.

Y Programs Make a Difference  

  • Purposeful experiences: Youth engage in meaningful activities—from creative arts to academic prep—that build skills and self-direction. 
  • Supportive adult guidance: Trained staff and mentors help teens through challenges, modeling responsibility and care. 
  • Room to connect: Whether at afterschool sites or MRC, teens find a place where they are seen, heard, and encouraged. 

Whether youth are creating music, dreaming about college, or simply finding a safe space after the school day, YMCA programs offer more than scheduled care—they open doors. Every hour spent with staff or peers here is an opportunity to grow, learn, and feel part of something bigger. 

Let’s make this school year one of connection, purpose, and new possibilities together!

YMCA of Greater Cincinnati