Boys & Girls Club of Dane County
4619 Jenewein Rd
Fitchburg
WI
53711
Contact Name:
Joe Maldonado
Contact Email:
Program Description:
AVID/TOPS is a unique collaboration between the Boys & Girls Club of Dane County and the Madison Metropolitan School District, designed to prepare students for college and close the academic achievement gap. AVID, the inside-the-classroom component used in over 3,000 schools nationwide, is a four-year elective class with rigorous standards and strong academic support. TOPS, the outside-the-classroom component, emphasizes college preparatory activities and real-world experiences.
Established:
2008
Number of Students Served:
760
Funding:
Great Lakes Foundation, Burke Foundation, other
Mission Statement:
The Boys & Girls Club of Dane County will be the leader in youth development programs by developing partnerships to produce positive outcomes for young people, families, and communities. AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.
Specialty:
academic preparation, tutoring, 1:1 mentoring, internships, career exploration, college coaching
Academic Prep:
Yes
College and Postsecondary Planning:
Yes
High School (9-12):
Yes
Day:
Yes
Weekdays:
Yes
During School:
Yes
After School:
Yes
Summer:
Yes
Weekends:
Yes
Academic:
Yes
Minimum GPA:
2
School Attended:
Yes
Income Based:
Yes
Other Requirements :
demographic