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A ministry of St. Leo the Great Parish

Two Programs, One Mission

Racine kids in grades 4-12 walk out ready for what comes next.
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Now enrolling · Grades 4–12

Afterschool

Free homework help and enrichment for grades 4-12, Monday through Thursday, 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. September through May.
We use the Renaissance Star platform when students enroll to find their starting point in reading and math, then track real growth from there.
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What your kid does between 2:30 and 6:00:

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Drops their bag, settles in, grabs a snack.
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Sits with a tutor for homework help or 1:1 tutoring in any core subject. Math help is led by a hired math specialist.
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Spends 15 to 20 minutes with Read to Succeed: reading aloud with an adult, taking a comprehension check, logging the time through Renaissance Star.
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Works through Math Basics if they need to rebuild grade-level math fundamentals.
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Moves into enrichment from 4:30 to 6:00: a themed activity, hands-on lesson, or guest speaker.
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Eats a hot meal once a week, served at the Center.

A Real Week of Enrichment

This is what the daily theme schedule actually looks like.
Other themes from this season: Self Control, Cultural Awareness with International Foods Day, Sympathy vs. Empathy, Persistence, Time Management in Group Work, Photosynthesis and Respiration, Atoms and Molecules. Every theme has an objective.
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Our family truly appreciates all the support you have provided, and it has been a joy to see the significant growth our children have made through our partnership with the John 23 Educational Center.
CR — Parent

Summer Spark

Summer programming at Sacred Heart Church.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:00 to 5:30, June 16 through August 27. Different location, same mission: keep kids learning, moving, and connected through the summer break.
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Worried About Your Kid's Afternoons?

You are not alone. You have John 23.
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Sophie Tibbals

Tutor
Hello! My name is Sophie. I have years experience working with early education through college aged students. I’m newer to Racine and happy to be so close to the lake. I love taking care of my cats and plants at home. I spend my free time outdoors, starting a new project, or looking for thrift treasures. I look forward to connecting and working with the staff and students at John 23!

Angelica Baker

Program Coordinator
Angelica is excited to join the team at John 23 Educational Center and support the center’s mission of serving local students. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Southern California and is currently pursuing her master’s degree at Marquette University. Originally from Oregon, Angelica has always had a love for travel and learning about diverse cultures, which shapes her inclusive and engaging approach to working with students. During her time in Los Angeles, she gained valuable experience working with youth in the LA Unified School District, where she supported students with homework and guided them through college preparatory work. She looks forward to building connections with students and families and contributing to the supportive community at John 23 Educational Center.
angelica_baker@john23center.org

Sammy Kalski

Communications & Special Projects Manager
As a storyteller by nature, Sammy Kalski crafts material that furthers John 23's mission to empower students through education. Sammy received a Bachelor of Arts in English, with an emphasis in writing, from Wisconsin Lutheran College. Previously, she contributed health and wellness articles to Advocate Aurora's health enews. In her free time, she enjoys reading, drafting a fantasy novel, running a book-themed Instagram account, bullet journaling, and singing along to Taylor Swift. Sammy lives in Oak Creek, Wisconsin with her husband and their two cats, Thor and Sylvie.

Allison Clarke

Outreach Coordinator
Allison Clarke has a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, with an emphasis on Mental Health and Community. She is a Racine native, and has always had a passion for helping others. Although her background is mainly in the nonprofit sector, she recently worked with both elementary and middle school students in some of the Racine Unified schools, teaching social and emotional learning skills in the Extended Learning Program. Allison is excited to be joining the team at John 23, and is looking forward to building new relationships in the community.
allison_clarke@john23center.org

Julie Kamphaus

Program Manager
Julie Kamphaus is excited to join the John 23 Education Center as the Program Manager to serve the community of Racine and help students grow towards their future. Julie looks forward to bringing her servant-hearted passion and experience into this role to serve the community.
julie_Kamphaus@john23center.org

Darci Green

Executive Director
Darci Green brings to the center years of experience working in the nonprofit sector, most recently for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Racine and Kenosha Counties. Darci earned her bachelor's degree in Communications and a master's in Public Administration with a nonprofit emphasis from Grand Canyon University. Darci will be working with the center's staff to create bold new strategies to continue John 23 Center's work of meeting the educational needs of students in the Racine area. Her heart is passionate about the success of children and young people.
darci_green@john23center.org