Program Type
Academic programs
Ages Served:
5-11 Years
Overview
Brief Program Summary: The goal of this project is to provide access to a summer literacy and
civic engagement program for 50 elementary students in Indianapolis Public Schools. The
Freedom Schools program is a national initiative of the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) and is
rooted in the American Civil Rights Movement and the courageous efforts of college-age youth to
make a difference. The CDF Freedom Schools program provides summer enrichment through a
research-based and multicultural curriculum that supports children and families through five
essential components.
Success Metrics: Education: K-5 Literacy
Community and Economic Development: Community Engagement
Demographics
Number Served & Racial Distribution:
Total Number of Individuals Annually Served
278
Black or African Americans Annually Served
N/A
Hispanic or Latinos Annually Served
N/A
Geographic Scope:
− Central Indiana Counties: Marion
− Additional/Other Areas of Focus: N/A
Resources
Annual Operating Cost: N/A
Initial Start-Up Cost: $0
Contact Information
Organization Name: IUPUI
Website: https://www.iupui.edu/
Respondents Name: Karen Dace
Email: kdace@iupui.edu
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