News & Events
News & Events

News & Events

Stay up to date on the latest from After-School All-Stars Philadelphia & Camden. Here, you’ll find highlights from recent events, updates on upcoming programs and celebrations, and stories that showcase the impact of our work with students and families. Check back often to see how we’re creating opportunities and inspiring young people every day.

ASAS Philadelphia Christmas performance

All-Star Students Attend All-Star Performances

Did you know that less than 10 percent of our All-Stars have been to a live performance of any kind? The arts play a vital role in helping our youth self-express, gain confidence, build empathy, and explore social justice, race, and equity.

That’s why we’re constantly working to bring the arts to our students, and it’s why Visual & Performing Arts is one of the five core content areas we focus on at After-School All-Stars.

Recent News & Events

  • Student at computer

    Introducing URBN Graphic Design Academy

    URBN will invest a total of $250,000 across two years to fund the Graphic Design Academy and support other youth initiatives that align with their mission to foster creativity and opportunity in the next generation.

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  • Philadelphia & Camden student explores wildlife in watershed program

    Program Highlight: Watershed Education

    Students at the Philadelphia & Camden chapter are exploring hands-on environmental education through our growing watershed program.

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  • Student in VR headset in front of computer

    VR Comes to After-School

    Thanks to a partnership with immersive learning company Transfr, All-Star students in Cleveland, Los Angeles, Miami, and Newark have been using virtual reality learning modules to explore career options that align with their skills and interests.

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