The Carpenter's Shop Center–Services
We see change happening in the eyes of the precious children who seek solace here in our After School Enrichment Program. We see change occurring in the lives of the parents who are connected to The Carpenter’s Shop Center through their children. We see the joy of families who are provided nutritious food as they sit at their tables after a busy day. You can help the Carpenter’s Shop Center be “A Bright Light For Kids” in our community.
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Our After School Enrichment Program is ready to begin for 2011-2012 school year. This year we have included some additional benefits that makes our program even more advantageous to both students and parents! Our new computer lab is up and operating to help teach computer skills and to help with FCAT. We have partnered with Jacksonville University to bring our kids a new reading lab designed and staffed by JU students in the Elementary Education graduate program! This program is designed to improve reading and comprehension skills and will give your kids the step up they need to become more FCAT and SAT ready. As usual, homework completion, tutoring in math and science are stressed and enrichment programs such as music and choral instruction are available. Click here for application
Applications for our program are available here. Space is filling quickly and we have a limit of 50 children, so get your kids signed up today! Early drop off and family discounts are available.
Applications for our program are available here. Space is filling quickly and we have a limit of 50 children, so get your kids signed up today! Early drop off and family discounts are available.
We are an exciting, hands on After School Enrichment Program that provides a safe haven for children and gives them multiple opportunities to expand their learning.
The Carpenter’s Shop Center won a small grant in the summer of 2005 to initiate a 3 day a week after school program in response to the need in our community for a safe, secure and clean environment for our children.
After school programs are proven to lower juvenile crime rates and they generally improve the neighborhoods around them.
The Carpenter’s Shop Center's After School Enrichment Program helps young people to succeed and addresses the strategic needs of youth in our neighborhood. We provide academic support, enrichment activities such as chorus and dance, reading lab, tutoring, learning new skills such as conflict resolution, preparing them for a successful career, improving grades, sports activities, science club (click to see video) and the opportunity to form meaningful relationships with caring adults from our community. Research indicates that the after school hours are a critical time when our youth need a caring and nurturing environment.
The Carpenter's Shop Center is a S.A.Y. Yes site. (Save America's Youth). We meet with the children fifteen hours per week and concentrate on whole learning, physically, emotionally and spiritually. We integrate their homework into our curriculum and do everything that we can to ensure a successful school year for our participants. We have an excellent working relationship with Jacksonville University who partners with us in tutoring and mentoring our children and youth.
Summer Camp:
This summer we offer camp for 5 weeks, five days per week. The theme of this year's camp is "A Star is Born". The camp features art, music, dance, sports, practical living and life choices skills. This program is largely funded through the Jacksonville Children's Commission (JCC). The Carpenter’s Shop Center has won bids for this program for the past four years. We had over 85 children participate in our Survivor kids summer camp in 2010. The program is geared to the needs of our at-risk children in the community, from Kindergarten through 15 years of age. High School students act as junior counselors and earn community service volunteer hours for the time that they spend in the program. Serving with our summer camp allows high school students to give back to the community, earn community service hours, develop their life skills and maximize their potential.
This summer we offer camp for 5 weeks, five days per week. The theme of this year's camp is "A Star is Born". The camp features art, music, dance, sports, practical living and life choices skills. This program is largely funded through the Jacksonville Children's Commission (JCC). The Carpenter’s Shop Center has won bids for this program for the past four years. We had over 85 children participate in our Survivor kids summer camp in 2010. The program is geared to the needs of our at-risk children in the community, from Kindergarten through 15 years of age. High School students act as junior counselors and earn community service volunteer hours for the time that they spend in the program. Serving with our summer camp allows high school students to give back to the community, earn community service hours, develop their life skills and maximize their potential.
We appreciate the partnerships of The Bridge of Northeast Florida with their Bridgeworks Summer Internship program and Jacksonville University.
Arlington Christian Academy:
1 year to Pre-K focussing on VPK (Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten) for children strugling to learn the english language before entry into the school system. Our teachers are spanish/english fluent and have the expertise and passion to get your child ready for school.
1 year to Pre-K focussing on VPK (Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten) for children strugling to learn the english language before entry into the school system. Our teachers are spanish/english fluent and have the expertise and passion to get your child ready for school.
"Raising children the way they should grow" Proverbs 22:6. Our goal at Arlington Christian Academy is to enhance children's learning experiences by giving them the foundation they need. We provide a safe and loving environment so every child can have an enriched learning experience with developmentally appropriate curriculum. With our experienced certified staff your children will be prepared socially, emotionally, physically, academically and spiritually for the next levels of learning.
We are a Christian faith based school. All children participate in daily prayer, praise and worship thus insuring that your children continue learning and growing in the things of God. We accept infants – five years with free VPK. Se habla espanol. Arlington Christian Academy is located right next door to The Carpenter's Shop Center at 5606 Windermere Dr., Jacksonville, Florida 32211. For more information contact Leslie Garcia at 904-677-2375 or ask about us at The Carpenter's Shop Center.
Benevolence Outreach:
There is a great need in our community to provide nutritious food to families. This outreach is consistently being called upon to provide both non-perishable, fresh and frozen food items. With your donations, we see God meeting the needs of the families here in our community. Please consider a financial contribution along with your donation of non-perishable food, and receive a tax-deductible receipt. We are grateful for the partnership of Second Harvest Food Bank in this critical outreach.
There is a great need in our community to provide nutritious food to families. This outreach is consistently being called upon to provide both non-perishable, fresh and frozen food items. With your donations, we see God meeting the needs of the families here in our community. Please consider a financial contribution along with your donation of non-perishable food, and receive a tax-deductible receipt. We are grateful for the partnership of Second Harvest Food Bank in this critical outreach.
Born Free Women’s Program:
Born Free Ministries was created as a result of Executive Director/Founder, Cheryl Wilder’s personal struggle to find physical, spiritual and emotional healing. The mission of Born Free Ministries is to create a Christ-centered framework that teaches women from diverse cultural backgrounds how to develop a life that is physically, emotionally and spiritually balanced.
Born Free Ministries was created as a result of Executive Director/Founder, Cheryl Wilder’s personal struggle to find physical, spiritual and emotional healing. The mission of Born Free Ministries is to create a Christ-centered framework that teaches women from diverse cultural backgrounds how to develop a life that is physically, emotionally and spiritually balanced.
Through practical instruction, women can overcome adversity in life and reach their full potential in their communities and families. Not only will women develop wholeness and self confidence, but they will also develop authentic relationships that will support their goals. If you would like further information about Born Free Ministries, give us a call at 226-2056. We would love to explore how this ministry can be beneficial in your life!
Survival Kids:
Survival Kids is an original project by Clint Wilder of The Carpenter's Shop Center designed to teach kids 4th grade and up that life is to be enjoyed and not feared, and that our decisions in life always have consequences. These kids are taught using real, hands on techniques that challenge them to be creative and thoughtful, mindful of others and the environment, and gives them the tools they need to survive and to be positive role models to their peer groups. We meet every Wednesday afternoon from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. We make videos of our teaching and use the kids to video, act and support. Some of our videos are here:
Survival Kids is an original project by Clint Wilder of The Carpenter's Shop Center designed to teach kids 4th grade and up that life is to be enjoyed and not feared, and that our decisions in life always have consequences. These kids are taught using real, hands on techniques that challenge them to be creative and thoughtful, mindful of others and the environment, and gives them the tools they need to survive and to be positive role models to their peer groups. We meet every Wednesday afternoon from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. We make videos of our teaching and use the kids to video, act and support. Some of our videos are here:
Financial Counseling:
Clint Wilder has been the Endorsed Local Provider (ELP) for Dave Ramsey in the area of Financial Counseling for the past six years. We have helped people from all walks of life realize that living debt free is a real possibility through education, dedication and support. A modest fee is charged for this service in compliance with our relationship with Dave Ramsey.
Career and Employment Counseling:
Clint Wilder is a Certified Workplace Trainer for Worknet, a national employment and career counseling education program. Our workshops are offered to all who want to improve their opportunity for employment, increase their value to their current employers, or are looking to change careers for a brighter, more financially secure future.