Dream MORE (“Marshall Opportunities for Resilience and Education”) is a free afterschool and summer program in Lynn where middle school students can discover fun, new activities (such as robotics, cooking, and art) within a caring community of friends and mentors. Dream MORE is a 21st Century Community Learning Center program funded in part by the U.S. Department of Education and run in partnership with Lynn Public Schools.
There are still some spots open on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the Dream MORE afterschool program. The Spring session will run from April 2 - June 9, from 2:30 – 5:15. Join us to make comic books, become a stronger public speaker, or strengthen your fitness and sports skills.
RegistrationSchool Year
Summer 2025 at Dream MORE
Unlock your curiosity, explore your community, and make a difference!
This free summer program offers middle school students the chance to engage in exciting, hands-on learning experiences while making new friends. Students will identify their preferences for which interdisciplinary, project-based learning experience they want to focus on this summer (each student participates in two):
- Environmental Action & Sustainability – Investigate local environmental issues and create solutions.
- Robotics & Innovation – Build and program robots to solve challenges and enhance sustainability efforts.
- Storytelling & Documentary – Capture and share the stories of community members through photojournalism.
- Supporting Healthy Teens – Learn what helps young teens be physically and emotionally healthy, and work together to advocate for changes in the school or larger community to support young teens.
In the afternoons, students can expand their creativity and skills by trying out drama, dance, arts & crafts, and sports & fitness.
The program also includes exciting field trips to local landmarks, museums, parks, and tech centers to deepen students’ understanding and inspire new ideas. Additional English language supports are provided to multi-language learners.
Additional Benefits:
- Breakfast and lunch provided daily
- Transportation available for students living more than a mile away
Join us this summer for an engaging, interactive, and inspiring learning adventure where you can explore, create, and connect with your community!
TIME
8:30-2:30
DAYS
July 7 – August 7, 2025 Mondays-Thursdays
LOCATION
Marshall Middle School
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. Students need to be entering grades 6, 7 or 8 in September 2025.
Sarah Mascioli
Site Coordinator
For more program information, contact Sarah Mascioli using any method below:
617-545-4313
smascioli@leap4ed.org
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 - Get assistance with your homework, set goals you care about, and start to pursue them.
Program Schedule
School Year
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- Session 1: October 7 – December 17, 2024
- Session 2: January 13 – March 27, 2025
- Session 3: April 2 – June 5, 2025
- Time: 2:30-5:15 PM
- Location: Marshall Middle School, Lynn
- Dates: July 7 – August 7, 2025 (tentatively) on Mondays - Thursdays
- Time: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
- Location: Marshall Middle School, Lynn
Program Design
During the school year, the daily schedule is roughly as follows:
2:30-3:15 PM: Snack, homework support, games, workshops and check-ins with Dream MORE staff
3:15-4:30 PM: Enrichment activities such as engineering, social justice, Crime Scene Investigation, cooking, art
4:30-5:15 PM: Activity station activities that change daily and include building challenges, arts & crafts, team challenges, and homework help.
Additional Benefits
Added benefits include:
- Daily snacks
- Transportation home at the end of the day if home is more than one mile from school
- Teen Center and College Success programming available in Salem once you are in high school
- Friendly staff of community partners, Lynn Public School and LEAP employees
- District COVID safety protocols in place
Student Eligibility
Open to students residing in Lynn, with priority given to Thurgood Marshall Middle School students and those from economically disadvantaged households, English learners, students of color, and first-generation-to-college students.
Sarah Mascioli
Site Coordinator
For more program information, contact Sarah Mascioli using any method below:
Email smascioli@leap4ed.org
