PROGRAMS

Each school year, PTM serves approximately 225 students living in low-income communities in north and northwest Nashville. This area is marked by high poverty, low educational achievement, high crime and rates of teenage pregnancy, and a high number of single parent families.


We offer a variety of programs to build connectedness including after-school programming, one-on-one mentoring, life-skills and leadership training, Bible studies, weekend retreats and field trips, summer camp opportunities, and job development (job-shadowing, summer employment opportunities, seminars/workshops).   


Our commitment to fostering a positive and nurturing environment extends to each of these programs, ensuring that participants receive the tools and support they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Mentoring

One of the most significant indicators of a young person's success in life is their relationship with a supportive adult. PTM provides multiple mentorship opportunities annually.

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Afterschool Programs

PTM operates eight after-school program sites. For two hours (Monday-Thursday) during the academic year, students rotate between specialized reading instruction, math and reading tutoring, and homework assistance. 


Each Friday, we host "Fun Friday" where students, are exposed to a variety of volunteer-led enrichment opportunities including dance, sports, art, music, cooking, gardening, and more! 

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PTM Youth

PTM Youth engages Middle and High School students in a range of initiatives aimed at fostering a profound sense of "connectedness" in various aspects of their lives – be it establishing connections with a supportive adult, being part of a positive peer circle, cultivating self-awareness and purpose, or developing skills essential for the workforce.

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Enrichment

Every child deserves to have dreams, not just ordinary ones, but those inspired by God. PTM offers multiple pathways for pursuing these dreams, including field trips, retreats, camp experiences, marketplace immersion, and broader exposure to the opportunities within the city. Some of the experiences happen within the afterschool program and others taking place outside regular hours.

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Sports

PTM collaborates with local leagues to provide youth with team sports experiences, fostering constructive social circles, promoting teamwork, and encouraging the exploration of talents and the value of persistence.

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Summer

Summer at PTM is full of energy! Each week students engage in a diverse schedule, participating in field trips, group games, and educational activities that focus on fun and friendship building! Additionally, Middle and High School students have the opportunity to work at PTM and other businesses, coming together weekly to develop crucial job skills like interviewing, paperwork completion, and conflict resolution.

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