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Five ways we help learners grow
Our program components work on their own or together, for children and youth in grades K–12, adult learners and their families.
STEM-Focused After-School Enrichment
Participants engage in hands-on, project-based STEM activities that strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration skills. Programming includes math enrichment, science exploration, introductory coding and applied technology projects designed to increase interest and confidence in STEM disciplines.
What learners do
- Math enrichment
- Science exploration
- Introductory coding
- Applied technology projects
- Teamwork and problem-solving
- Field trips and discovery
Academic Tutoring and Test Preparation
Students receive individualized and small-group tutoring aligned with school curricula. Test preparation support is provided for state assessments, SAT/ACT and other academic benchmarks, with an emphasis on building foundational skills and test-taking strategies.
Support includes
- One-on-one tutoring
- Small-group sessions
- Homework help
- State assessment prep
- SAT and ACT prep
- Test-taking strategies
College, Career and Adult Education Support
We offer college readiness services including application guidance, essay support, FAFSA assistance and scholarship navigation. Adult learners receive GED preparation, literacy support and academic coaching to support educational re-entry and workforce advancement.
Support includes
- College applications
- Essay support
- FAFSA assistance
- Scholarship navigation
- GED preparation
- Adult literacy and coaching
Social-Emotional Learning and Wellness Support
Non-clinical social-emotional learning (SEL) activities help participants develop coping skills, emotional regulation, resilience and self-advocacy. Group sessions and workshops address stress management, goal-setting and healthy communication for both youth and adults.
Topics include
- Coping skills
- Emotional regulation
- Resilience
- Self-advocacy
- Stress management
- Goal-setting and communication
Family Resource Navigation and Advocacy
Families are supported in identifying and accessing school-based services (such as IEPs and 504 plans), behavioral health resources and community supports. Staff provide guidance, referrals and advocacy assistance to help families effectively navigate systems and support children with emotional and behavioral challenges.
We help with
- IEPs and 504 plans
- Behavioral health referrals
- Community resources
- School meetings
- Guidance and advocacy
- Follow-up support
Who can join
Programs for every stage of learning
Children and youth (K–12)
Particularly those from underserved, immigrant and historically marginalized communities.
Adult learners
Adults seeking GED completion, academic remediation or college re-entry.
Families
Families of children experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
Schedules, enrollment and fees: program days, cohort sizes and costs vary by program. Register below or contact us and we will help you find the right fit.
Registration and enrollment
Register a student
Use this form to register a child, youth or adult learner for any Picoli program. It takes about 5 to 10 minutes.
Your information is sent securely to our Director and is used only to support the student. Prefer to register by phone? Call (817) 333-8433.
Student Registration and Enrollment Form
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Find the right program for your learner
Tell us about the learner and their goals, and we will recommend a starting point and answer your questions.
Or email director@picoli.org