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What’s your favorite hobby or interest? With programs in the arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM – we have a program to help you develop your passion and shape your future.

Join an After School Matters program! Learn more about opportunities and session dates.

My program impacted my life because it allowed me to grow and get to know my community more. It allowed me to be myself.

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²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ provides a safe environment for teens to be introduced to the working environment while doing activities that they enjoy.

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Locations

²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ programs are offered across almost every Chicago neighborhood in schools, parks, community centers, libraries, and community organizations.

Our three ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ buildings, The Michael and Karyn Lutz Center for After School Matters, Gallery 37 for the Arts, and After School Matters at Gately Park are designed specifically for Chicago teens.

Resources

Access the Teen Manual, Teen Pay, community resources, and more.

Program Providers

Learn more about our ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ providers who develop and deliver high-quality hands-on, project-based programs to Chicago teens.

²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Programs Pave the Way to Post-High School Success

Hear directly from ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ teens and instructors from across Chicago.
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