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BNE Virtual Afterschool Program

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Hey there! Join our BNE Virtual Afterschool Program for some fun online activities and learning after school hours.

BNE Afterschool Sessions

Butterflies N Effect purpose is to serve inner-city youth ages 10-16 to build better connections with themselves and those in their community. Through a social and emotional focus we prepare not only youth but parents as well to have healthy relationships

🦋Butterflies N Effect: Virtual Afterschool Program (Grades 5–9) Fall 2025 Enrollment Now Open! 🗓️ Session Dates: September 16 – November 20, 2025📍 Location: Virtual (Zoom &amp; interactive platforms)💰 Cost: FREE! (Thanks to community donors &amp; grants)💫What is Butterflies N Effect Butterflies N Effect (BNE) is more than an afterschool program — it’s a safe, empowering virtual village where middle school students can grow academically, emotionally, and socially. We focus on nurturing brilliance in Black and Brown youth through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), STEM education, and mentorship — all in a joyful, creative, and culturally relevant space.✨ Weekly Program Breakdown:Tuesdays – SEL &amp; Leadership Development🧠 Topics include: emotional intelligence, resilience, healthy communication, identity, and self-worth.Students engage in activities, games, and discussions that build confidence, empathy, and life skills.Thursdays – STEM Exploration &amp; Guest Mentors🔬 Hands-on virtual activities in science, technology, math, and cultural history — led by passionate educators and guest experts from various fields. 🗣️ Parent Support Included!Parents are invited to attend monthly workshops led by licensed family therapist Anna Thomas. These sessions help parents understand the emotional needs of tweens/teens and strengthen family communication.🎉 Monthly Family Experiences &amp; OutingsThough our program is virtual, we build in real-world joy through monthly family outings and service days including:<ul><li>🏡 Youth Led Community Service Projects</li><li>🦴 South Suburban Humane Society volunteering</li><li>🦋 Field Museum visit</li><li>🍽️ Family night out events… and more!</li></ul> 🎓 Our Year Ends with a Signature Event: Butterflies Rites of Passage Ceremony – May 2026A beautiful celebration of each student’s growth and journey.✅ Ideal For: <ul><li>Chicago-based families (but open to all)</li><li>Youth in grades 5 through 9</li><li>Students who may be shy, curious, artistic, STEM-loving, or just looking for a place to belong</li><li>Parents who value mentorship, emotional development, and cultural pride</li></ul>👩🏾‍🏫 Led by:Coach Booker (Bertina Booker) – Educator, mentor, founder, and passionate advocate for youth empowerment.Dr. Elisha Neely- School counselor🎟️ Reserve a Free Ticket to Learn More or EnrollSpots are limited — we keep group sizes small to foster connection and community.After registering, you will receive an email with next steps and our official program link to complete enrollment.💛 Let’s build brilliance — together.🦋 Butterflies N Effect: Where transformation takes flight.

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