Talks of Gradually Empowering Minds LLC began in the summer of 2020 after a complicated ending to the 2019-2020 academic school year. Due to Covid-19, Nakeisha Gilliam introduced to Denise Lindsey the idea of a remote/tutoring center. In conversations of our struggles, we quickly discovered we were not the only families in this position. Finding ways to manage work and educating children from home was difficult. We learned that these new challenges required a level of support for families that would help prevent further expansion of educational gaps.
​​
Like gemstones found in the depths of Earth created by time, pressure and heat it takes special tools to reveal the unique qualities and brilliance that each child possesses.​
Our goals for the children of G.E.M Learning Center is to illuminate confidence, become self-sufficient, and stand on their own. Acknowledging the process and recognizing its similarities we came up with an acronym for our learning center. Gradually Empowering Minds LLC (G.E.M Learning Center), established January of 2021.
Services
Before & After School
Our before and after school care is available Monday through Friday for school-age children. The morning program runs from 7:00 to 9:00 am with breakfast, prep, and activities, while the afternoon program runs from 3:00 to 5:00 pm with a snack, homework time, guided activities, and free play. Children are also encouraged to participate in STEM, creative arts, and cultural exploration throughout the school year.
Little GEM'S Daycare
This program provides full-time care for children ages 2-5, where staff encourage participation in activities that foster creativity, exploration, and positive social interaction. Each day, children will receive breakfast and two nutritious snacks. Their schedule includes STEM activities, arts and crafts, indoor/outdoor play, story time, and dramatic play.
Tutoring
This program offers personalized and small group tutoring to support children in traditional and remote learning. Available Monday through Friday for K-12th grade, families can work with us to create a convenient schedule. Transportation may be available for students in the Ambridge Area School District—please inquire for details.
Summer Childcare
Summer sessions are available Monday through Friday to children in preschool through 5th grade. Every 2 weeks children will be introduced to different themes and coordinating activities. During learning centers, children will be grouped together by age and skill level to encourage participation. Snacks will be provided daily with each session.