The Sign Out
ARC YEAR IN REVIEW 2024-2025
We’ve expanded our reach, deepened our programs, and strengthened our commitment to providing transformational learning experiences for young people across Southern California.
After school programs are a vital part of a young person’s development. At Arc, we are unwavering in our dedication to protecting and expanding access to these critical programs.
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I like that there is a bit of everything that you want or need. If you need a quiet place to work, Arc has your back. If you want to play music and have fun, Arc also has your back, all in the same day.
11th Grader, Animo South LA
9/10
parents recommend Arc
3/4
students were more motivated to come to school because of Arc
Staff are wonderful and understanding. They work well with parents. I love everything about the program and my daughter always has fun.
Parent, Magnolia Science Academy 7
Thank you so much for the great impact you have had on my child. You have empowered him and he has grown so much. He feels confident, his behavior has changed positively and he has become very confident... Thank you for all that you do.
Parent, Leonardo da Vinci Charter
ADVENTURE IN ACTION
836
STUDENTS LEARNED HOW TO RIDE A BIKE
10,365
STUDENTS CLIMBED THE ROCK WALL
That's a total of 259,125 feet or climbing Mt. Shasta 18.3 times.
391
STUDENTS WENT KAYAKING
They paddled a total of 195.5 miles... or 3.8 times the length of the San Diego river.
I like how fun and free Arc feels.
7th Grader, Padilla-Pace Middle School
DISCOVER
ARCU
The training was absolutely amazing and everything was so helpful. I feel 100% more confident going into the new school year.
ArcU Participant
The students really love the programming and energy the staff members bring. Arc has been able to really take student voice and choice and create clubs the students are interested in.
Teacher, O'Farrell Charter School
In 2025-2026, we're looking forward to...
- Expanding to the Inland Empire, serving youth at the Scholarship Prep Riverside and Upland schools
- Serving more students in PrimeTime with expanded programs
- Opening a new office in the Imperial Valley to serve as home base for the region
- Growing ArcU and offering external training to other youth service providers across California
