Expanding Horizons is a free afterschool and summer program in Salem where you can discover fun, new activities (such as robotics, cooking, and art) with a caring community of friends and mentors.
Expanding Horizons is a 21st Century Community Learning Center program funded in part by the U.S. Department of Education and is run in partnership with Salem Public Schools.
RegistrationSchool Year
Program Goals
- Discover Your Interests - try new activities and find something you’re passionate about
- Connect with Others - meet new friends, caring teachers, and people in the community
- Grow and Improve - set goals you care about and start to pursue them, get support with your homework
Program Schedule
School Year
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- Session 1: October 6th- December 18, 2025
- Session 2: January 12 – March 26, 2026
- Session 3: March 30 – June 14, 2026
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- Days: Mondays - Thursdays (not including half-days and holidays). Students can sign up for 2 days (Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs) or all 4 days. Additionally, students can sign up for Clubs offered by CMS teachers so students can also attend 3 days (adding a club to a 2-day Enrichment).
- Time: 3:15 - 5:45 PM
- Location: Collins Middle School, Salem
Program Design
During the school year, the daily schedule is roughly as follows:
3:15-3:40 PM: Snack, games, team-building, homework assistance, and check-ins with Expanding Horizons staff
3:40-4:55 PM: Enrichment activities such as engineering, team sports, social justice/community service, video game design, and art
4:55-5:10 PM: Dinner Break
5:10-5:45 PM: Activity station activities that change daily and include building challenges, arts & crafts, science experiments, and homework help
See program flyer for current session offerings.
Additional Benefits
In addition to engaging programming, added benefits include:
- Daily snacks and dinner
- Transportation home at the end of the day
- Friendly staff of community partners, Salem Public School and LEAP employees
- Teen Center available once in high school
Student Eligibility
Open to students residing in Salem, with priority given to students from economically disadvantaged households, English Learners, students of color, and first-generation-to-college students.
Ruben Martinez
Co-Site Coordinator
For more program information, contact Ruben Martinez using any method below:
Google Voice (617) 843-3959
Email rmartinez@leap4ed.org
Dali Cruz
Co-Site Coordinator
For more information, contact Dali Cruz using any method below:
Google Voice617-329-1435
Email dcruz@leap4ed.org
