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After-School Program and Activities
The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant supports our Out-of-School Time (OST) Programming at Navajo Preparatory School, providing essential funding for activities that enhance our students' educational experience beyond the classroom. Our program offers many opportunities that foster academic enrichment, Diné language and culture perpetuation, self-efficacy skills, college and career readiness, social and emotional wellness, and family engagement.
We are dedicated to creating a safe and engaging environment where students can learn valuable life skills, build meaningful relationships through k’é (kinship), and develop self-confidence. The 21st CCLC OST Program enriches our community by equipping students with essential skills for success in their academic and personal lives.
Through active participation in various activities—including academic support, wellness programs, and cultural education—we aim to empower our students to grow, thrive, and carry forward the lessons learned at Navajo Preparatory School into their future endeavors
21st CCLC Activities are available Sunday – Thursday, 3:30 pm – 9:00 pm.
Everyone is invited to join our 21st CCLC activities. Here is what you need to know:
- Day Students are encouraged to stay late for activities—just make sure to arrange a ride after the evening bus leaves and communicate your plans with a staff member.
- Student life -off-campus trips, require an orange pass from your Residential Advisor and must remain in good academic standing.
- Open to All, activities are open to students, faculty, staff, and parents. No prior experience is needed—just come and have fun!
After-School Program Goals
Provide opportunities for academic enrichment:
- Tutoring
- ACT/SAT Prep
- Homework Assistance
Offer students additional services, programs, and activities to reinforce and complement the regular academic program
- Social and Emotional Support
- Wellness Programs
- Increase Social Opportunities & Self-awareness
- Real-world Skills: Preparation for life after high school
- College and Career Readiness
- CAS-International Mindset
- Dine Language & Culture
Offer families of students active and meaningful engagement in their children's education
- Provide Activities for Parents/Guardians
- Encourage Parent Engagement & Volunteerism
- Keep Parents & Guardian informed & Up-to-date
- Ask for Parent & Guardian input and feedback
- Meet Monthly
Culture Nights
Parents and Guardians are encouraged to join us for our Tuesday night Cultural Activities.
Students prepare cultural foods each Tuesday and enjoy an evening full of cultural presentations or activities.
Upcoming Topics are:
- History of Miss Navajo and Hair Tie Making
- Food Preservation
- Corn Bahane'
- Harmony and Duality
- Yé’iibicheii Bahane’
- Tádídíín bina’nitin and Teachings of Life
- Calendar and Seasons
- Harvest and Seed Saving
Food Preparation begins at 4:30 PM.
Culture Night begins at 6:30-8:30 PM.
NPS Language Circle
On the first Monday of every month at 7:00 PM, we will provide opportunities for families to come and engage in Diné Bizaad beginners' lessons. Families will be able to obtain a greater understanding of cultural awareness while acquiring and honing skills in the Diné language
The after-school program is seeking volunteers to lead evening activities and sponsor campus events.
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