Programs
Iron Sharpening Iron - 0ur Philosophy
"As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend."
Proverbs 27:17 (NKJV)
Tutoring
Tutoring is offered to any Manatee County student who enrolls in ECC's programs. All tutors are degreed and/or certified teachers through the state of Florida. Students receive tutoring in all grades ranging from Kindergarten - 12th grade. Academic progress is monitored through periodic assessments, school progress reports and report cards.
Monday - Thursday
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
MLK Children's Library
Located at the Anna Gayle STEM Center, this Children's Library is designed to motivate children to read. Pre-schoolers to high school students are able to read print material and participate in pre- or post-reading activities. Each child receives a free book at the close of the visit to take home and enjoy. Library visits can be arranged by appointment.
Family Life &
Sex Education
Students receive personal hygiene and teen pregnancy prevention instruction through group sessions in the summer and weekly during the school year. Parenting programs are offered on a regular basis.
Creative
Self-Expression
Students receive music training as a part of the Truly Blessed Youth Mass Choir. This choir presents monthly at local, state, and national gatherings. This group presented for more than 1,000 individuals at the International Youth Crime Prevention Conference in Miami, Florida and Denver, Colorado. They also presented at the Disney World Magic Music Days and the Governor's Conference. This group is involved in multiple cultural and career development field trips throughout the year.
Employability Skills Workshops
Participants are able to learn about important skills required for employment.
Summer Employment & Slide Prevention Program
Thanks to the Manatee County School Board & Manatee County Government, students receive a stipend as they participate in this summer program. After successfully completing employee skills training, students are referred to employment opportunities and follow up is provided. Students commit to a year of academic monitoring by ECCI as they provide community service and participate in career building activities.
STEM Agriscience Program
Students over a period of 2 1/2 years raised a Black Angus calf, using no antibiotics, hormones, or any other chemicals. The steer was grass-fed and Halal processed. Students participate in weighing, packaging, labeling, and pricing their beef for sale.
