East St. Louis Center

Project Success

The Project Success Program is a comprehensive after school tutorial enrichment child care program which services children six to twelve years of age. The program is funded by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.It is designed to serve children who are in protective custody and are referred by the Department of Children and Family Services caseworkers.

The program operates after school during the academic school year and all day during summer months. A complete balanced meal is provided for after school program. During the summer months, the program provides breakfast, lunch and a afternoon snack.

Site Location
SIUE - Project Sucess
St. Joseph's Center
1501 Martin Luther King Dr.
East St. Louis, IL 62201
Phone (618) 875 - 7240

Transportation
Transportation is provided for all participants.

Program Emphasis

• Promote the welfare and safety of the whole child.
• Tutorial services in all disciplines
• Counseling Services
• Socialization Skills
• Group Dynamics - Self Control
• Building Self Confidence
• Self Esteem and Attitude
• Emotional Development
• Physical Development
• Positive Self Image
• Educational Tours, Field Trips
• Cultural Art Experiences

Application Process
The Project Success Program provides services for children:

• Referred by Department of Children and Family Services
• Who have a Physical examination with a tuberculosis test within six months prior to admission
• Completed Application Packet

The Project Success Program
Serves the following communities in St. Clair County: East St. Louis, Alorton, Centreville, Cahokia, Washington Park and Belleville.