Academics

Throughout the year, we offer a variety of services designed to encourage, inspire and help members develop stronger study skills, improve academic achievement, and grow to be lifelong learners.

Education Director

JOEL FIGUEROA

jfigueroa@bgcdorchester.org

Academics Schedule: Spring 2025

  • READING BUDDIES — Mondays at 6 PM | Grades 2 – 5 | Marr Building

 

  • CODING: GAME DESIGN  —  Mondays at 6 PM | Grades 3 – 5 | Marr Building

 

  • BOOKWORMS  —  Mondays at 6 PM | Ages 6 – 13 | Denney Center

 

  • SHORT CIRCUIT —  Tuesdays at 6 PM | Ages 9 – 12 | Denney Center

 

  • TYPING TUESDAY — Tuesdays at 6 PM | Grades 2 – 7 | Marr Building

 

  • 3D PRINT IT — Tuesdays at 6 PM | Grades 5 – 7 | Marr Building

 

  • DRONE BASICS — Wednesdays at 6 PM | Grades 5 – 7 | Marr Building

 

  • FUDDLEBROOKS  —  Wednesdays at 6 PM | Grades 2 – 4 | Marr Building

 

  • BOOKWORMS  —  Thursdays at 6 PM | Grades 3 – 5 | Marr Building

 

  • CHESS CLUB  — Thursdays at 6 PM | Grades 2 – 7 | Marr Building

 

  • TUTORING  — Monday – Thursday | 6 – 8 PM | Grades 3 – 7 | Marr Building
Members have the opportunity to do their homework in a quiet space, receive tutorial assistance and access computers and reference materials for school assignments. They have additional opportunities to explore topics of interest more deeply through a diverse range of enrichment programs that provide a chance to explore areas including history, world culture, science, entrepreneurship, engineering, computer animation and more.
The Education program takes pride in our STEAM pathway, through which members have a chance to progress through specifically targeted programs as they rise in grade level. Programs are designed to encourage members to stay involved and interested in the fascinating world of STEAM opportunities throughout their elementary and high school career.
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