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The ARK is a community youth center located on the St. Sabina campus. It was created to nurture and develop the gifts, skills, and spirit of community youth by providing a safe supportive environment in which youth can prosper and excel. The center was named 'The ARK" to symbolize Rev. Michael L. Pfleger's intent for it to be a safe haven for youth to escape from the storms of the world and prepare for a better life.

The ARK staff employs a multifaceted approach to impact primarily individual youth and expansively their families as well. From education to employment the ARK offers a vast array of opportunities and programs for youth ages 6 - 18. The comprehensive holistic philosophy is designed to inspire self esteem, resourcefulness, vision, morality, and concern for others-life skills that enable youth to grow and prosper in life and become productive members of society. The Ark services between 70 - 120 youth on a daily basis Monday - Friday.

The ARK programs and activities include:

Activity Room

Supervised daily activities for students 6-14 that include but are not limited to video games, documentaries, art and music demonstration.

Arts & Craft

A weekly time for youth 6-11 to explore different artistic expressions.

ASM Neighborsports

After School Matters basketball program, entitled “League of Champions”, for teens 14+. Teams are drafted in the first week of the program and compete in a tournament style
competition. The tournament culminates with a two-week playoff to crown a champion.

Big Time Robotics Programs

For high school students interested in building robots to play games and compete in a national competition.

Boys 2 Men

Weekly discussion group for boys ages 11-14 to address issues relating to this age group.

Cheerleading

Weekly practice of chants and movements for girls 6-14.

Chess Club

Volunteer led club of students 6-14 learning the fundamentals and strategies of Chess.

Computer Training

Students 6-14 learn basic computer functions such as word processing and web browsing.

Family Night at the Movies

Everybody is invited to watch PG-13 movies.

Girl Power

Weekly group discussion for girls ages 6-10 concerning issues relevant to this age group. The focus for this group is doing, learning and supporting one another.

Open Gym

Varying schedule of supervised time in our gym for students 6-14.

Homework Assistance

One hour Monday Through Thursday assistance with schoolwork. Youth 6-14 also use this supervised quiet time to read and work on projects.

Perfect Fit Fitness Club

Fitness Club for ages 18+ meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

Safety Net Works of Auburn Gresham

State-funded, coalition-based violence prevention initiative led by Saint Sabina. Programs for youth 12-24 include Project
Visible Man (mentoring program for young men), Phenomenal Woman (mentoring program for young
women), and Youth Council.

Talk It Out

Opportunity for youth to talk with adults about issues on their minds.

Self Defense

Weekly lessons for boys and girls 6-14 to learn the fundamentals of martial arts and self-defense. The style of karate taught is Shorin-Ryu Karate.

Tweenagers

Weekly opportunity for girls ages 11-14 to discuss issues on their mind

Young Men’s Club

Weekly opportunity for boys age 6-10 to discuss issues important to them.

Snacks

Nutritious snacks are available for all youth at the beginning of program day. Snacks are limited so it is first come, first served.

The ARK welcomes and encourages volunteers and mentors.

For more information, contact (773) 483 - 4333.