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Programs Overview

Our Model: Poetry, Soccer & Service

At Cleveland SCORES, every student is a poet, athlete, and leader. Through our unique tri-curricular model of poetry, soccer, and service, students learn how physical activity, creative expression, and teamwork come together to strengthen their body, mind, and character.

 

Our after-school programs are offered at Cleveland partner schools and serve students in grades 1–8, completely free of charge. Each program meets four days a week—two days focused on writing and two days on soccer. Every child participates in both components, building skills that extend beyond the classroom and the field.

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Explore Our Programs

Cleveland SCORES provides engaging, age-appropriate programming that grows with each child. Every level of SCORES is designed to meet students where they are—helping them build skills, confidence, and teamwork as they move through elementary and middle school.

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Junior Program

Grades 1-2

Introduces poetry, play, and teamwork to our youngest Poet-Athletes. 

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Students build reading comprehension, phonological awareness, and confidence while learning to express themselves through poetry and play.

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Core Program

Grades 3-5

Focuses on literacy, leadership, and community.

 

Students strengthen reading and writing skills through poetry, collaborate on community service projects, and grow as athletes and teammates through soccer.

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Middle School Program

Grades 6-8

Builds on skills from the Core Program and helps students lead with purpose.

 

Through advanced writing, poetry performance, and leadership activities, students become mentors for younger teams and active citizens in their communities.

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Programming Schedule

The SCORES program year follows the school calendar (September–August), with fall focused on poetry, spring dedicated to community service, and soccer played year-round.

 

During the summer months, SCORES partners with community organizations, recreation centers, and schools to offer flexible extension programming that blends literacy and soccer-based activities for up to 10 weeks of additional learning and play.

Current Program Sites

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Become a School Partner

Bring SCORES after-school programming to your school and join a network of educators who are committed to helping Cleveland students lead healthy, creative, and engaged lives.

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