“Poverty compounds the problem: Students who have lived in poverty are three times more likely to drop out or fail to graduate on time than their more affluent peers…” – Annie E. Casey Foundation
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PREPARING FUTURE-READY GRADUATES ACROSS MAURY & GILES COUNTIES
Only 31% of Maury County 3rd–5th graders were on grade level in math and ELA.
For Black, Hispanic, Native American, and economically disadvantaged youth, those numbers dropped below 20%.
The graduation rate in Maury County fell to 86.5%, with even lower rates for students of color and low-income families.
In Maury and Giles Counties, too many students face barriers that make it harder to graduate on time. Low third-grade reading scores, chronic absenteeism, and declining graduation rates are clear signs that kids—especially those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds—are falling behind.
At Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee, we work every day to change that. Helping kids succeed in school and in life is at the heart of everything we do. Through daily homework help, personalized tutoring, and hands-on enrichment, we provide youth with the tools, support, and confidence they need to stay on track and move forward with purpose.
Whether it’s exploring creativity through art, building a love for reading, conducting science experiments, or developing strong study habits, our members are gaining the skills to graduate on time—and step into their futures with confidence.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS AT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SOUTH CENTRAL TENNESSEE
71
Most Club members report being on track to graduate from High School
82
Young people at the Club recognize that classroom lessons will help them later in life.
75
Club youth say they’re encouraged to create art that reflects their family, community, and culture.
According to NYOI Member Survey Data 2024
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ACADEMIC SUCCESS PROGRAMS
Power Hour
Our #1 most-utilized program includes homework help, tutoring and activities encouraging youth to become self-directed learners.
DIY STEM
Hands-on STEM enrichment program that promotes youth critical thinking and problem-solving across STEM themes.
Summer Brain Gain
Fun, themed activities to bolster summer learning and prevent learning loss of math and reading skills.
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OUR AWARD-WINNING APPROACH: ACADEMIC CASE MANAGEMENT
We know the dropout cycle begins early. That’s why our approach targets the root issues before they become roadblocks.
One-on-one tutoring by certified teachers
Real-time academic data shared through school partnerships
Weekly communication between tutors, families, and teachers
Daily homework help and educational software
Goal-setting and future planning conversations
Beyond graduation, we help members in grades 6–12 prepare for what’s next. Through college tours, financial aid workshops, mock interviews, resume writing, and coaching, our teens build real-world skills and explore career pathways. We’ve even helped members land their first part-time jobs!
”A year ago, I was the quiet kid who didn’t talk to anyone. Now I’m leading my peers at Clubs and at school, speaking at major Club events, and planning for college. The Club helped me find my voice—and believe in what’s possible.
– Junior, Club Member
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