By the Numbers: University-Assisted Community Schools Summer Enrichment Program

Since 1985, the Netter Center for Community Partnerships has hosted University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS) summer enrichment programs for West Philadelphia students. What started as a local youth program has evolved into a regular six-week program now offered to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, running from early July to mid-August. Supported by Penn students, faculty, and staff, as well as local schools and community partners, the program offers academic enrichment, social emotional learning, sports, arts, cooking, gardening, and workplace experiences for high school students.