College Bound Dorchester

College Bound Dorchester Open House | July 31

Submitted by W on Thu, 07/18/2013 - 9:44am

College Bound Dorchester is holding an open house on July 31 at 18 Samoset Street (in Dorchester) from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. College Bound welcomes all families and children who are interested in learning about early education programs. Meet the directors, teachers and other staff! Learn about the curriculum and activities while you tour the classrooms! Please RSVP by July 26 at 617-282-5034 or tbrown@collegebounddorchester.org. (Rain date: August 7)

College Bound Dorchester 8th Annual Event | June 12

Submitted by Luke B on Tue, 06/05/2012 - 1:48pm

College Bound Dorchester will celebrate its students’ successes at its "We are college bound" event on June 12, 2012, from 6pm to 9pm, at the State Room in Boston. Governor Deval Patrick will be in attendance to honor Cubist Pharmaceuticals for its support of College Bound Dorchester programs.

Date: June 12, 2012
Start and Finish Times: 6:00PM to 9PM
Address: The State Room, 60 State Street, Boston

Name of Contact Person: Stacia Silvia
Contact Phone Number and Email Address: 617-506-5935, Ssilvia@collegebounddorchester.org

Friends of the Children-Boston Summer Celebration, Jun. 30

Submitted by JoelWool on Mon, 06/27/2011 - 12:49pm

Friends of the Children-Boston invites you, your family and friends to join them at their Summer Celebration that will take place on Thursday, June 30th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at College Bound Dorchester located at 275 East Cottage Street in Dorchester. This fun filled event will include a children’s talent show, great food and conversation with the families the organization works with, staff and supporters.

For more information and to RSVP, please contact Caitlin Day-Lewis at Caitlin@friendsboston.org or at (617) 983-3682. >> Read More

"We are College Bound," Jun. 9

Submitted by CollegeBound on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 5:17pm

College Bound Dorchester will host its 7th annual event, We are College Bound, on June 9, 2011 at UMASS Boston. We are College Bound celebrates College Bound Dorchester’s commitment to helping Dorchester residents of all ages to embrace education as the means to transform the community.

This year, College Bound Dorchester will honor State Representative Martin Walsh for his long standing support of the organization and his commitment to transforming the neighborhoods of Dorchester. A lifelong Dorchester resident, Representative Walsh has served for fourteen years in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, during which time he has displayed unwavering commitment to Dorchester’s most at-risk residents. Over the past fourteen years, Representative Walsh has been a tireless advocate for the working families of the Commonwealth, as displayed by his personal commitment to the community’s children and youth. >> Read More

Bartholomew Family Child Care

Mailing Address (if different than physical location): 

Phone: 

(617) 282-5034 / (617) 506-5956

Email: 

lcrump@fdnh.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 

Mission: 

Twenty-seven Department of Early Education and Care licensed childcare providers in Dorchester, Roxbury, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Hyde Park, and Roslindale, who can have up to six infants to 6-year-olds in their homes, have contracted with Bartholomew Family Child Care to serve at present 130 children. Quality childcare is provided in a safe and nurturing environment. This allows parents to feel secure as they work, attend school, and address other personal issues. Provider supports include career development, technical assistance, monitoring and evaluation referrals and assistance with basic supplies. With their comprehensive and holistic care, providers develop family-support services and prepare children academically and socially to enter primary grade school.

Location

Bartholomew Family Child Care
18 Samoset St
Dorchester, MA 02124
United States
See map: Google Maps
Key Partners: 

College Bound Dorchester (formerly FDNH)

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 

Contact Laverne through email or phone.

Key Programs Offered: 

Community Meeting Space Available: 

No

Ruth Darling Child Care Center

Phone: 

(617) 825-6328

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 

7:30-5:30 Monday-Friday

Mission: 

The Ruth Darling Child Care Center provides a safe and secure learning environment for 35 children ages 2.9-5 years old. Activities and groups are based on their ages and skill levels. Field trips and learning experiences highlight the children's cultural background and the history of the city. Themes such as literacy, violence prevention, community safety, health and nutrition are designed to engage both the students and their families. The staff is committed to creating a nurturing and safe environment to maximize their personal growth and development.

Location

Ruth Darling Child Care
37 Stoughton Street
Dorchester, MA 02125
United States
See map: Google Maps
Key Partners: 

College Bound Dorchester (formerly Federated Dorchester Neighborhood Houses)

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 

Contact us at (617) 825-6328

Community Meeting Space Available: 

No

College Bound Dorchester

Phone: 

(617) 282-5034

Email: 

mcaldeira@collegebounddorchester.org

Website: 

www.collegebounddorchester.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Mission: 
To equip Dorchester students with the attitude, skills and experience to graduate from college, using education as a means to transform the neighborhoods of Dorchester.
 
At College Bound Dorchester, formerly FDNH, we believe in the transformative power of education. Every day we have the privilege of working with students from ages 3 months to 70 years. Our teachers, mentors, peer leaders and staff provide the supports these students need to realize their future goals. We take this responsibility seriously and know that, if we are successful, we have the power to change not only individual lives but also the entire Dorchester community.

We are creating an organization that will provide all of our students with the attitude, skills and experience to graduate from college and succeed in life. We know there are challenges ahead and obstacles in our way. However we also know that as we work harder and focus on high expectations and data driven assessment, the paths of opportunity will open for all.

Location

18 Samoset Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
United States
See map: Google Maps
Key Partners: 

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 

Visit collegebounddorchester.org

Key Programs Offered: 

Bartholomew Family Child Care The Little House Log School Ruth Darling Child Care Center

Provide ABE/ESOL and Child Care: 9am to 2pm.

Computer Skills classes for enrolled students.

Community Meeting Space Available: 

No

Also (or Previously) Known As...: 

Federated Dorchester Neighborhood Houses, Inc. (FDNH)

Created: 
11/29/2011

On November 4th 2009, College Bound Dorchester received the Coming Up Taller Award for its Art a la Carte program at a ceremony hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House. At the ceremony, Mrs. Obama commended Art a la Carte and all of the award winners by stating, "Ultimately, each of your programs is using achievement in the arts as a bridge to achievement in life." She continued, "You ask our young people to dream, and you give them the tools to fulfill those dreams. You affirm that their contributions are valuable, and their success matters to all of us. You help them see beyond the circumstances of their lives to the world of possibility that awaits them. And for that, we honor you."

Log School

Phone: 

(617) 288-6683

Email: 

mndiaye@fdnh.org

Website: 

http://www.fdnh.org

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates): 

M-F, 7:00 am-9:00 pm

Mission: 

The Log School, founded by Joe Carpineto in 1974, is a settlement house which offers Dorchester an array of educational and social services. The goal of our dedicated staff is to provide services that will improve the lives of local residents and strengthen the community as a whole by implementing programs based on changing neighborhood needs.

Location

Log School
222 Bowdoin Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
United States
See map: Google Maps
Key Partners: 

College Bound Dorchester (formerly Federated Dorchester Neighborhood Houses), United Way Massachusetts, Department of Education, Alternative Education Alliance, Boston Youth Service Network, Mass Attorney General's Office, X-CEL Adult Education Services, Dorchester Adult Literacy Coalition, MCAE, Dorchester Cares, Catholic Charities Teen Center

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures: 

By calling (617) 474-1232

Key Programs Offered: 

After School Program This program provides 6-12 year-olds with a safe haven after school and helps them advance in school through intensive academic assistance. The program runs Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 5:30 pm. Ensuring children's safety aids families by giving their parents peace of mind to focus on work and education. Participants in this program and their parents are connected to additional support services within and outside of Federated Dorchester Neighborhood Houses' extensive system. Altogether, the Log School After School program offers a potent combination of academic encouragement, family support, risk reduction, and violence prevention.

Drop-In Child Care Center A drop-in childcare center for infants to children up to age 6 years old is available to parents enrolled in ESL classes, GED classes, or other activities at the Log School during the day.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Classes are available days and evenings, at all skill levels. Adult basic education and literacy classes are also available. Upper level classes include computer instruction.

Food Pantry The Food Pantry at Log School provides free weekly staple groceries on Fridays from 8 am to 9 am. Emergency food is available by appointment. There is no eligibility criteria or costs.

GED Preparation Classes Students from any neighborhood in Boston over the age of 18 can enroll in classes. Instruction is available daily at all skill levels.

Preschool Program Log School offers a fully licensed day care center providing children, ages 2.9 - 6 years, an innovative, multi-cultural curriculum.

Community Meeting Space Available: 

No

Also (or Previously) Known As...: 

Log School Family Education Center

Created: 
04/19/2011
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