POISE4Teens (Providers of Optimal Ideal Superior Education 4 Teens) after-school and summer camp program builds leaders of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop teens into well-rounded, competent individuals by providing tools and training that help teens transition into adulthood. We are dedicated to empowering and preparing our youth for a successful future. The after-school program runs from Monday-Friday between 2:45PM-5:00PM. The summer camp program (which started on June 8, 2026) runs from Monday-Friday between 9AM-5PM.
OUR PARTNERS:
Kids Hope Alliance: The Jacksonville Partnership for Children, Youth, and Families (KHA), is a fiscal agency of the City of Jacksonville and is responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of children and youth programs, services and activities, accomplished through third-party service providers.
About
POISE4Teens (Providers of Optimal Ideal Superior Education 4 Teens) delivers engaging and secure enrichment education for children and Teens. POISE4Teens fosters a safe, dynamic, engaging environment that promotes etiquette, career exploration, leadership, confidence, job readiness, financial literacy, and physical fitness among the youth. POISE, Inc. is dedicated to training youths on productive and balanced lifestyles, preparing them for a bright future.
Our Offerings
We provide afterschool and summer camp programs that are distinctive, enjoyable, and packed with knowledge! Our offerings include STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) programs, Etiquette lessons, Career Discovery, Job Preparedness, Athletics, Home Economics, Microsoft training, Leadership training, Financial Literacy, Arts and Crafts, Social Skills training, Gardening, Scholarships and a lot more!
Our Guiding Principles
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
We provide the necessary skills and training for youths to complete the required steps and obtain the skills to achieve their career aspirations. POISE afterschool and summer camp programs will equip youth with the practical and soft skills essential for success in their chosen fields.
PROVIDE YOUTH TRAINING
We aim to provide TEENS access to extensive career and educational pathways. By offering resources and guidance, we enable our youth to make informed decisions about their futures.
FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND SERVICES
Our commitment is to guarantee that youths and families have access to financial education and services. By fostering financial literacy and offering access to pertinent resources, we strive to equip individuals with the ability to make informed financial choices throughout their professional paths.
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PROGRAMS
POISE4Teens (Providers of Optimal Ideal Superior Education 4 Teens) Out-of- School Time (after-school and summer camp) program builds leaders of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop teens into well-rounded, competent individuals by providing tools and training that help teens transition into adulthood. We are dedicated to empowering and preparing our youth for a successful future.