Laurel Heights United Methodist Church 

The San Antonio Youth Center (SAYC) addresses vital community concerns by providing free, safe alternative programs at three San Antonio locations for school-age youth during critical, out-of-school time. The Laurel Heights Youth Center (LHYC) is a collaborative effort between Laurel Heights UMC and SAYC. The LHYC program targets Agnes Cotton Elementary and Mark Twain Middle School students and operates from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm during the school year and 8:30 am to 5:00 pm in the summer. Its primary objectives are: 1) to strengthen academic skills through tutoring, homework assistance and computer training; 2) to develop social skills through mentoring and positive reinforcement; and 3) to prevent inner-city youth from participating in delinquency and crime during the out-of-school time when crime peaks by providing a safe haven, recreation and adult role models.

By contract, only Cotton Elementary and Twain Middle School students can be accepted into the program. Enrollment slots are limited; register NOW by calling the Laurel Heights Youth Center, (210) 735-6234.

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