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U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy Visits with Chicago Teens in After School Matters to Learn about Local Mental Health Challenges

December 9, 2022

For images and video content, click here. Visit marks one-year anniversary of national advisory on youth mental health crisis After School Matters works with Adler… More ›

After School Matters Annual Gala Raises More than $2.5 Million for Chicago’s Teens

October 7, 2022

For image downloads, click here. CHICAGO – Nearly 400 civic, corporate and community leaders attended the After School Matters AnnualMore ›

New Findings Shed Light on Continued Pandemic Challenges Faced by Chicago Teenagers

August 5, 2022

Analysis from the American Institutes for Research illustrate teens facing adult-like challenges and responsibilities: stress, continued food insecurity, financial hardship,More ›

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How do I apply to Summer 2023 Programs?

May 11, 2022

Check out this tutorial on how to apply!  

Basic Needs Supports

March 15, 2021

Click HERE for a link to additional citywide services, including counseling and case management, support for young people experiencing homelessness, and support for immigrant and refugee… More ›

Resources for Stress Management

March 15, 2021

Mindfulness for Teens: This website has resources to help teens use mindfulness to handle stress and includes apps to practice meditation and guided mediation recordings. http://mindfulnessforteens.com… More ›

Access to Health and Medical Resources

March 15, 2021

If you need help locating medical care, please reach out to the CPS Office of Student Health and Wellness at oshw@cps.edu or by calling the… More ›

Paycheck Protection Program Info Session

January 15, 2021

Access the webinar info session HERE.

UtmostU

December 17, 2020

We have been invited to join a program designed specifically for students considering attending City Colleges of Chicago. UtmostU’s Bridges to Success program is meant… More ›

Post-Secondary Prep Programs

December 17, 2020

After School Matters also offers a variety of programs such as “Personal Wealth Management” and “SAT Prep” programs dedicated to assisting young people in some… More ›

Internships

December 17, 2020

Internships, like all ASM programs, are open to teens currently living and attending school in Chicago. Since internships are traditionally paid hourly wages, teens must… More ›

ASM Launch Program

December 17, 2020

The ASM Launch program is specifically designed for teens who are no longer in high school but still a bit unsure about their next steps…. More ›

Lutz Scholars –>ASM Scholars

December 17, 2020

We are in the process of expanding our Lutz Scholars program to become ASM Scholars. Through this program, ASM will work with a cohort of… More ›