John 23 Educational Center Updates


May 2026

May Highlights

Enrichment Hour: Wrapping Up a Great Year!


Although May was a shorter month, ending on May 19, our students packed a lot of learning, teamwork, and fun into our final weeks of Enrichment Hour.


Students explored their futures by creating "Future Me" vision boards, imagining where they hope to be in 20 years. They strengthened important life skills such as persistence, time management, teamwork, and thinking under pressure through engaging challenges, games, and group activities.


Our science lessons focused on photosynthesis, respiration, atoms, and molecules, giving students hands-on opportunities to observe scientific concepts in action. Students also learned about gardening and planted zinnia seeds to take home and care for throughout the summer.


As we reflected on the year, students worked together to create a class time capsule, celebrating the memories, friendships, and growth they experienced. We closed out the year with games, friendly competition, and recognition of each student's progress. We are proud of all they accomplished and look forward to seeing them continue to grow!

Save the Date: Bright Futures Summer Festival: July 15th


Come join the fun while supporting John 23 Educational Center. To keep up to date for details about the Festival, visit our website: www.john23educenter.org.

To register for the Bags Tournament or the Talent Show, please scan the QR code or Register Here



Be a Sponsor TODAY!


Here's your opportunity to partner with us. Your sponsorship has advantages but MORE important, YOU are helping Racine students achieve their academic goals. If you are interested, please contact sammy_kalski@john23center.org





"During our final month of Enrichment Hour, students explored future goals, strengthened communication and teamwork skills, and learned how determination, adaptability, and positive peer interactions contribute to success. They also investigated scientific concepts through hands-on experiments, discovered the fundamentals of gardening, reflected on their year together, and celebrated the growth and accomplishments they achieved throughout the program."

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YOU can invest in the future of our students at John 23 Educational Center. Your generosity helps us offer academic support, enrichment activities, meals, and a caring community where every child feels seen and supported. Together, we can open doors to brighter futures.

The Parent Connection

Information & Updates from your Program Manager; Julie Kamphaus


There is STILL time to register your students for Summer Spark & 1:1 Tutoring

Summer Spark & 1:1 Tutoring: sign up TODAY


As summer approaches, we are excited to offer two impactful opportunities to keep students learning, growing, and engaged: our Summer Spark Program and 1:1 Tutoring.


Our Summer Spark Program begins June 16 and runs Tuesday through Thursday from 3:00–5:30 PM at Sacred Heart Parish. This program is designed to keep students academically sharp while also providing enrichment activities that build confidence, creativity, and social skills. During the summer months, it’s common for students to experience “learning loss,” especially in reading and math. Summer Spark helps prevent that slide by blending fun, hands-on learning with meaningful academic support in a structured and supportive environment.


In addition, our 1:1 Tutoring Program begins the week of June 15 and offers personalized academic support tailored to each student’s needs. Individual tutoring allows students to strengthen specific skills, catch up where needed, and build confidence heading into the new school year. This focused attention can make a significant difference in long-term academic success, especially for students who benefit from extra guidance and encouragement.


Both programs are rooted in the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, not just during the school year, but year-round.


Registration is required for both programs, and space is limited. Families are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible to secure a spot:

👉 https://linktr.ee/john23educenter or scan the QR code below to register.


John 23 Summer Spark Hours

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 3:00-5:30

at Sacred Heart Parish 2201 Northwestern Ave, Racine.


The Afterschool Program will resume September 21st 2026. Check our website for updates.


The mission of John 23 Educational Center is to empower students for lifelong success both in and out of the classroom.

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