KYDS Activities, Classes & Clubs
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Academic Assistance
Homework assistance, tutoring, activities that reinforce school day learning in core subjects such as math, English, literacy and science as well as programs for Enlish Language Learners.
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STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! Engaging hands on projects include 3D printing, robotics, coding, building and maneuvering drones, gardening, etc.
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Wellness & Fitness
Active play, yoga, sports, conditioning, group team building games, activities that promote sportsmanship, social and emotional learning and mindfulness.
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Arts
Visual & Performing Arts! Drawing, Cartooning, Painting, Calligraphy, Urban Art, Murals, Photography, Short Film, Acting, Theatre Production, Pod Casting, Music Production, DJ, Guitar, Piano, Drum Circle, Mariachi, Dance, Folklorico, Spoken Word, Content Creation, Art inspired by Famous Artists & more!
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Just for Fun
E-Sports and games that promote strategic thinking. Field trips to community, cultural and sports events. School carnivals, showcase events and performances. Everyone loves our Photo Booth!
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Special Presentations
Financial Literacy, Driver’s Education (DMV approved 30 Hour course required to apply for a permit), Distracted & Impaired Driving awareness demonstrations, Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety, Fire Safety, Dental Hygiene.
“I learned my parent’s phone number!” - for TK & Kinder children.
Tobacco Use Prevention Workshops - “TUPE” for middle and high schools.
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Community Projects
KYDS “Pop” (Philanthropic Outreach Project) provides food for children of financially struggling families during school breaks.
After finding students unprepared for rain and cooler weather, we partnered with several local retailers to offer a warm coat distribution every fall and winter.
Take Action Campaign, “TAC” in collaboration with Beyond the Bell and other nonprofit organizations teens find opportunities to serve their communities (2023 beach clean up pictured).
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Summer Learning
LAUSD/Beyond the Bell partner operating Summer Enrichment “day camp” open 8AM - 6PM at several host schools for students TK - 8th grade offers fitness and active play during cooler morning hours with afternoons reserved for fun activities indoors.
B.R.E.A.K.S. (Bridging Recreation, Enrichment & Academics for KYDS during Summer) focuses on reducing summer learning loss and improving both literacy skills and English language fluency..
Since 2013, an average of 82% of children completing our B.R.E.A.K.S. program have shown improvement in two or more of the following literacy skill areas: phonics, vocabulary, spelling, fluency and most importantly comprehension!
Jobs at KYDS
We accept resumes for part-time positions year round.
We are looking for outgoing and enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with youth and their families.
Please email your resume to hr@kydsinc.org