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Enrichment

Better Basics’ Enrichment Programs expand learning, offering students opportunities to explore new ideas, strengthen academic skills, and discover their interests in safe, supportive environments. These programs  support students from Pre-k through eighth grade, providing academic support, literacy engagement, hands-on projects, and pathways to curiosity that enhance the school-day experience.

Enrichment

Our enrichment programs

Meaningful, engaging, student-centered

21st Century Community Learning Centers

Serving K–6 students in Tarrant and Selma, the 21st Century Community Learning Centers provide a nurturing out-of-school environment where learning continues through academic support and enrichment activities. Students participate in hands-on experiences, tutoring, and academic intervention during the school year, with additional summer learning opportunities.

Better Basics Afterschool Program

The Better Basics Afterschool Program serves Pre-K–8 students in Fairfield, offering a safe and engaging space for learning, creativity, and exploration. Students participate in activities that blend academic intervention with enrichment opportunities—from homework help and literacy support to hands-on projects.

Academic Tutoring

Academic Tutoring provides one-on-one support for early elementary students who need additional support in reading. Trained volunteers meet with students individually once a week for 20 weeks during the school day. This individualized approach helps build student confidence and strengthens early literacy foundations.

Wise Words

Wise Words is a whole-class literacy enrichment program designed to grow student vocabulary and comprehension. Volunteers visit classrooms once a week for 20 weeks, leading interactive, book-based lessons.

30-A-Day

30-A-Day promotes independent reading for reluctant and developing readers through a unique book-club style format. This afterschool program helps students build reading stamina, foster a love of books, and strengthen literacy habits that support long-term academic growth.