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- EIN 04-3182053
- (617) 282-1567
- 1 University Avenue, Suite 201A Westwood MA 02090 USA
- https://www.bellxcel.org/
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Children & Youth, Cultural & Ethnic Awareness, Education, Primary & Elementary Schools, Youth Development Programs
Mission: Bell exists to transform the academic achievements, self-confidence, and life trajectories of children living in under-resourced, urban communities.
Programs: Bell's after school program operates up to 5 days per week, 3 hours per day, for 30 weeks at school-based sites. During fiscal year 2014, bell served 3,907 scholars in its after school program. 72% of scholars showed gains in reading test scores; 69% showed gains in math test scores. Bell programs set high expectations for scholars and include elements that are proven to increase their time-on-task and accelerate learning, including small-group instruction in literacy and math; mentorship from teachers and college students; experiential learning through enrichment courses, field trips and community service; parental involvement; and ongoing training and professional development for staff.
bell's summer program operates up to 5 days per week, 8 hours per day, for 8 weeks at school-based sites. During fiscal year 2014, bell served 7,935 scholars in its summer program. On average, scholars gain at least one month of grade-equivalent reading and math skills. Bell programs set high expectations for scholars and include elements that are proven to increase their time-on-task and accelerate learning, including small-group instruction in literacy and math; mentorship from teachers and college students; experiential learning through enrichment courses, field trips and community service; parental involvement; and ongoing training and professional development for staff.