Crotona Center

The Crotona Center helps boys develop into men of good character through study, sports and mentoring. Our staff, by their example and instruction, inspire youth to recognize the value of sound character and educational achievement. We prepare them for the next level of school and help them become responsible family members and good citizens. Crotona's programs are inspired by the social teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirit of Opus Dei. We are open to students, volunteers, and staff regardless of race, creed or nationality.

CROTONA ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM (CAP)

CAP, Crotona's school-year program, helps students improve academically and grow in character through personal attention from college and young professional volunteers. Mentors help students identify and practice the personal habits and study skills needed to achieve their goals. Students are asked to bring all school assignments, tests, and projects pertaining to the subjects in which they need to improve on and must present their report cards following each grading period in school.

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FOR BOYS IN GRADES 4-8

Parents may pick days from the following options:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 3:00 - 5:30 pm

Fridays (extra-curricular clubs), 3:30 to 6:00 pm

Saturdays, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

DATES

Fall Semester 2019: September 14 to December 14, 2019.

Spring Semester 2020: January 7 to May 21, 2020.

Students may register at any time to start attending the program

LOCATION

Crotona Achievement Center

843 Crotona Park North

Bronx, New York 10460

COST

$60 per semester for one day per week

$120 per semester for two or more days per week

Scholarships and sibling discounts are available.

To register, please call us at (718) 861-1426 and we will set up a registration interview so that we can meet the student and his parents.

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CROTONA CLUBS

Students in the Crotona Achievement Program have the opportunity to take a break from studying, video games, etc. and join a hobby club at Crotona on Friday afternoons. These clubs are designed to help students engage in and become passionate about a wholesome pastime.

CAP CLUBS for Fall 2019 are: the Chess Club and the Piano Keyboard Club

DATES and SCHEDULE

Fridays, October 18 through December 13, 2019

Chess Club: 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Keyboard Club: choice of 45-min slot from 3:45 - 6:00 pm

COST

CLUBS are included as part of registration for CAP. For those not registered for CAP already, see above for more details. Club dues for students not in CAP is $60 per semester (one-time payment). Scholarships and sibling discounts available.

To sign up for a club, please complete this online form and we will be in touch with you! You are welcome to call us with questions.

HIGH SCHOOL LEADERSHIP CLUB

The Crotona High School Leadership Club leads young men in the Bronx to see their high school years from the viewpoint of their entire life. It encourages them to develop now the skills and attitudes they will need for future life challenges. Through a combination of critical-thinking activities, career presentations, one-on-one mentoring, and sports, the Leadership Club guides them to become men of character ready to serve society.

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Freshman Seminar

Goal: to learn and put into practice the habits of highly-effective students and become an Honor Roll student

Effective study habits
Scheduling/Time management skills
Mentoring

Sophomore & Junior Seminar

Goal: to reach or maintain excellent grades, research the college application process, and develop professional career skills in preparation for summer internships

SAT/College application process
Career readiness

o Interests and career exploration

o Resume and Cover Letter writing

o Interview prep

o Etiquette and soft skills

o Summer Internships

Senior Seminar

Goal: to get ready for college and to learn to see one’s life and work as service to others and society

SAT/College Application guidance
Ethics workshops
Community service opportunities

DATES and SCHEDULE

Saturdays, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Fall Semester: September 21 - December 14, 2019

Spring Semester: January 11 - May 16, 2020

Students may register at any time to start attending the program

COST

$120 per semester or $200 for the entire academic year

Scholarships and sibling discounts available.

Contact Crotona staff at (718) 861-1426 to set up a registration interview.

CROTONA SUMMER PROGRAM

CAP SUMMER (Grades 4-8th)

CAP is a five-week summer program with emphasis on reading, math, writing, history, character, and sports. It includes weekly excursions to parks, museums, swimming pools, to name a few. The 2020 CAP summer program will take place from second week of July through the second week of August. The program meets Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm.

Stay tuned for more details on Summer 2020!

COST

$200 - $300, depending on date of registration

Scholarships and discounts available