Educacion Comunitaria
Traducirlo: The cornerstone to Tepeyac’s mission is enlightening Latino immigrants with knowledge and opening new doors
for them to achieve success. The department specifically strives to provide quality educational services to
undocumented immigrants in the New York City metropolitan area.
A customized curriculum addresses the immediate needs of many Latino immigrants:
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, General Education Degree (GED) courses, computer literacy classes,
and supervisory/recreational activities such as After School and Soccer programs.
ESL Program
English classes at all levels are offered to both Tepeyac members and non-members of the Latino community.
The curriculum focuses heavily on new vocabulary and basic syntax in order to improve communication skills, integration into
US society, and comfort with daily life in an English-speaking environment. Currently, approximately 300 individuals take
part in Tepeyac’s ESL program at its midtown headquarters and in borough community centers.
GED Program
Many new immigrants who had repeatedly asked Tepeyac for a way to continue their education and to augment their skills beyond
competency in English and Computer Literacy finally had a way to meet their aspirations for a broader education.
Since the start of this program in May of last year, Tepeyac has had approximately 50 students enrolled in classes at its
headquarters and the South Bronx community center. The age of students range from 18 to 50 years old.
Computer Literacy
The computer literacy program began with six laptops and courses provided in the main office’s meeting hall. Upon the
receipt of greater financial support last year, Tepeyac finally had the opportunity to develop a program that, in 2004, was able
to serve over 1,000 students. The courses cover basic computer principles, basic Microsoft Office programs, and basic hardware
principles. Advanced courses also explain the mechanics of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and basic webpage design.
Soccer School
Founded by concerned parents and community leaders, the soccer program was created to encourage children’s personal
development through a sports activity. The program is designed to keep children off the streets and provide them with
a safe, wholesome alliterative. Tepeyac also organizes classes on parenting skills so that parents can enrich their
parenting strategies as their children participate in soccer lessons. With classes held in East Harlem and the South
Bronx community centers, upwards of 100 children between the ages of six to 14 attend the soccer school program.
After School Program
Latino immigrant children face both academic and social barriers in the classroom. Tepeyac’s after-school and summer program
is designed to meet the academic, social, and cultural needs of the children and families our organization serves.
The Finding Our Roots program provides focused academic enrichment, particularly literacy, and sustained social support
to primary school students who face multiple barriers to success due to their immigration status, family poverty, discrimination,
and language barriers. This program provides academic support, daily arts, cultural, and recreational activities, and
individual tutorials five days per week. The program’s main objective is to substantially increase academic results,
social awareness, and physical and mental health among its participants.
Community Education
The cornerstone to Tepeyac’s mission is enlightening Latino immigrants with knowledge and opening new doors
for them to achieve success. The department specifically strives to provide quality educational services to
undocumented immigrants in the New York City metropolitan area.
A customized curriculum addresses the immediate needs of many Latino immigrants:
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, General Education Degree (GED) courses, computer literacy classes,
and supervisory/recreational activities such as After School and Soccer programs.
ESL Program
English classes at all levels are offered to both Tepeyac members and non-members of the Latino community.
The curriculum focuses heavily on new vocabulary and basic syntax in order to improve communication skills, integration into
US society, and comfort with daily life in an English-speaking environment. Currently, approximately 300 individuals take
part in Tepeyac’s ESL program at its midtown headquarters and in borough community centers.
GED Program
Many new immigrants who had repeatedly asked Tepeyac for a way to continue their education and to augment their skills beyond
competency in English and Computer Literacy finally had a way to meet their aspirations for a broader education.
Since the start of this program in May of last year, Tepeyac has had approximately 50 students enrolled in classes at its
headquarters and the South Bronx community center. The age of students range from 18 to 50 years old.
Computer Literacy
The computer literacy program began with six laptops and courses provided in the main office’s meeting hall. Upon the
receipt of greater financial support last year, Tepeyac finally had the opportunity to develop a program that, in 2004, was able
to serve over 1,000 students. The courses cover basic computer principles, basic Microsoft Office programs, and basic hardware
principles. Advanced courses also explain the mechanics of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and basic webpage design.
Soccer School
Founded by concerned parents and community leaders, the soccer program was created to encourage children’s personal
development through a sports activity. The program is designed to keep children off the streets and provide them with
a safe, wholesome alliterative. Tepeyac also organizes classes on parenting skills so that parents can enrich their
parenting strategies as their children participate in soccer lessons. With classes held in East Harlem and the South
Bronx community centers, upwards of 100 children between the ages of six to 14 attend the soccer school program.
After School Program
Latino immigrant children face both academic and social barriers in the classroom. Tepeyac’s after-school and summer program
is designed to meet the academic, social, and cultural needs of the children and families our organization serves.
The Finding Our Roots program provides focused academic enrichment, particularly literacy, and sustained social support
to primary school students who face multiple barriers to success due to their immigration status, family poverty, discrimination,
and language barriers. This program provides academic support, daily arts, cultural, and recreational activities, and
individual tutorials five days per week. The program’s main objective is to substantially increase academic results,
social awareness, and physical and mental health among its participants.