The key to a healthier and more prosperous life.
We value education as a key component for living a healthier and more prosperous life. Our education and youth development programs provide young people with the critical skills they need to excel academically, avoid at-risk behavior, and become engaged members of their communities. Tutoring, college preparation, and leadership development are some of the many educational advancement tools offered.
Signature Education Events
The Urban League's Decision Day is an annual signature College Access event that celebrates and supports students committed to post-secondary education. Similar to National Signing Day, Urban League launched Decision Day to support and encourage students to aim higher in pursuit of their education and career goals.
Urban League Education Programs
Program Overview
Asset Building Leads to Excellence (ABLE) is a year-round program for at-promise middle school-age youth (6th- 8th grade) designed to strengthen protective factors and increase positive decision-making associated with substance abuse, teen pregnancy, delinquency, and school failure. During after-school and select non-school days (including a 6-week summer camp), youth are provided with tutoring and homework assistance, employability skills training, physical fitness, life skills, and cultural and leadership activities. The program is currently offered at William Dandy Middle School and Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy.
"My grade point average and outlook on life improved after I joined ABLE."
Program Benefits
- Tutoring & Homework Assistance
- Employability Skills
- Healthy Lifestyle Education
- Cultural & Leadership Activities
Sponsored In Part By
The Urban League of Broward County's ABLE program is sponsored in part by:
- Children's Services Council of Broward County
How To Get Involved
To learn more about the ABLE program and how to get involved, click here.
Program Overview
Atlantic Coast Center of Excellence (COE) is a patron of the National Achievers Society (NAS) and is designed to enhance the number of students who are prepared, qualified, and motivated to enter institutions of higher education. Program activities include college readiness workshops, conferences, regional and state academic competitions, and cultural events. Monthly board meetings are held for both parents and students. Formal induction ceremonies are held in the winter and spring of each year and are open to eligible Broward County Public School students with GPAs of 3.5 and above.
"After winning the National Brain Bowl, I received a full scholarship to the university that I always dreamed of attending."
Program Benefits
- College prep workshops
- Academic competitions
- Cultural events
- STEM learning experiences
Sponsored In Part By
The Urban League of Broward County's NAS program is sponsored in part by:
- Florida Education Fund
How To Get Involved
Formal induction ceremonies are held during the year. Click here to fill out an application and receive more information.
For more information about the National Achievers Society, click here.
Program Overview
The College Tour Program, facilitated at Deerfield Beach High School, promotes academic achievement and college readiness through a rotation of foundational keys to success, including ACT/SAT preparation, homework assistance, self-development, case management, and community service. The annual activities culminate into a four-day State of Florida college tour which exposes students to the viability of college entry.
"The Urban League's College Tour Program helped me decide which institution I wanted to attend."
Program Benefits
- ACT/SAT preparation
- Homework assistance
- Community service opportunities
- College touring experience
Sponsored In Part By:
The Urban League of Broward County's College Tour program is sponsored in part by:
- The Jim Moran Foundation
- Broward College
How To Get Involved
For more information and to get involved, click here.
Program Overview
STEM Ready is designed to increase 8th-grade students' interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and set a path for youth to pursue STEM careers. STEM Ready engages youth in experiential learning activities while strengthening academic performance through individual career development plans, applied STEM skills, and visits to STEM facilities. STEM Ready is currently available at Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy.
Program Benefits
- Field trips to local STEM companies
- Exposure to STEM subject matter experts
- Connections to mentors
- Experiential STEM Activities and Projects
Sponsored in part by NextEra (FPL) and National Urban League (NUL)
How to Get Involved
For more information and to get involved click here
Program Overview
Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) is an interactive 8-week Summer Camp for youth grades 2 - 5 who are residents in Central Broward. SEP is designed to provide students with an enjoyable and stimulating way to discover, learn, and create. SEP places a strong emphasis on educational development and social experiences, with a focus on safe and effective student engagement.
Registration is now open:
SEP 2024 Intake for Millenium Middle
SEP 2024 Intake Packet for WDMS