Our Mission:

We strive to improve low income youth's computer and learning skills through caring mentorship, structured training, a vibrant learning environment, and access to a computer at home. The program uses computers as a catalyst for youth to challenge themselves, become engaged in their own learning, and realize greater possibilities academically, professionally, and for their community.

Charlottesville and Albemarle students in grades 7 through 12, who qualify for the federal lunch program, are eligible to join our program. While much of our focus is on our mentoring program, Computers4Kids also emphasizes after-school independent learning as well. Students using the lab when not meeting with their mentor enjoy workshops, structured activities, and other projects so that they may continue to learn new skills. All students in the program are eligible to earn a free home computer system and year of free internet access.

In April 2009 Computers4Kids launched Teen Tech, a program created specifically for graduates of our nine-month mentoring program. Graduates have the opportunity to further their technology skills, receive college and career guidance, and be a part of the Teen Tech community.

Recent News and Publications

C4K Honors 14th Class of Graduates
Newsletter Fall 2009
Annual Report FY 2008


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Upcoming Dates and Events
 

Inclement Weather Policy:

Mentors, students, and families: The C4K Learning Lab will be closed if  the Charlottesville City schools are closed or close early. To verify whether whether the Learning Lab is open please call 434-817-1121 extension #2, after 2:30pm Monday-Friday to listen to a recorded message.. 
For general inquires: To verify if the C4K Office is open please call 434-817-1121 extension #1.

Normal Learning Lab Hours:
2:45pm-8:00pm M-F

Normal Office Hours: 9am-5pm M-F

Student Training:
February 9-11
Tuesday - Thursday 5-7pm
Parent Orientation Tuesday from 7-7:30

March 2-4
Tuesday - Thursday 5-7pm
Parent Orientation Tuesday from 7-7:30

March 30-31&April 1
Tuesday - Thursday 5-7pm
Parent Orientation Tuesday from 7-7:30

 

Mentor Training:

Thursday, January 21 from 6-7:30
Wednesday, February 10 from 6-7:00

 

Computer Distribution:

January 25 5:30-6:30PM
February 22 5:30-6:30PM

 
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