Looking for quality out-of-school time activities in your community?
Try our new Youth Program Finder.
Summer is a time for teens to explore their interests, learn new skills, and have fun! The Positive Youth Development (PYD) initiative in partnership with the City of Richmond is excited to offer a variety of summer programs and events for teens in Richmond.
These programs are designed to help teens develop their academic, social, and emotional skills. They offer a variety of activities, in the following areas:
These programs are open to all teens in Richmond, regardless of their income or background. To learn more about the programs, please click the button below:
Sign-up for programs in your community or at your RPS middle school. NextUp-funded programs are currently operating at Albert Hill, Boushall, Henderson, Lucille Brown, and River City Middle School.
Time to sign-up for our Spring session! Spring registration is open until April 21st. If it is your first time using the parent portal click on “create an account” to start the registration process.
Keep scrolling to see a list of the programs happening at your RPS middle school.
If you have any further questions, please email info@nextuprva.org.
of parents said afterschool gives parents peace of mind while they are at work.
of parents believe afterschool provides a safe environment.
NextUp is a great program for youth in our city. My children are always excited to stay after school to participate in activities offered every school year.-
Parent Survey Response,
2022-23 School Year
of parents believe afterschool provides an opportunity for their child to interact with peers.
of parents are satisfied with the quality of programs.
NextUp RVA is a nonprofit organization helping youth discover their talents and build positive relationships. It does this by managing a strong system of accessible out-of-school time programs delivered in schools and across the city. When youth participate in quality out-of-school time programs, they learn new skills, find out what they are good at, gain confidence and are engaged learners.
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