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THE DREAM CENTER

A place to belong.
Room to become.

The Dream Center brings academic support, creative activities and movement into the hours beyond school. Explore after-school care, camps and twirling programs to find the right fit for your child.

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EVERYDAY DISCOVERIESBig possibilities start with little moments.

FIND THEIR NEXT CHAPTER

Different interests.
One sense of belonging.

Start with what your child loves—or something they’re ready to try. We’ll help you find the right program and location.

01

After School

Homework support, creative activities and time with friends.

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PROGRAM & LOCATIONS 02

Summer & Break Camps

Hands-on activities, new experiences and memorable days.

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EXPLORE CAMP 03

Camp Kanya

Movement, teamwork and performance confidence.

Camp Kanya participants posing together with batons in a gym
DISCOVER KANYA 04

Jewels Twirling Academy

Coordination, expression and the joy of learning a skill.

Jewels Twirling Academy performers together in blue costumes outdoors
MEET JEWELS
A child creating a colorful paper butterfly at an activity table
Space to create. Time to grow.

AFTER SCHOOL AT THE DREAM CENTER

After school, there’s
more to discover.

One program. A place to learn, create and belong.

Homework support, creative activities, movement and time with friends bring learning and fun to the hours after the school day.

2026–2027 school-year locations

  • Nathan B. Young Elementary
  • Thena C. Crowder Diagnostic and Special Education Center
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Choose your child’s school once in the application.

FOR FAMILIES ALREADY HERE

Their next adventure.
Your everyday essentials.

View your account information and verified child statements in one familiar place.

YOUR FAMILY’S SPACE

Parent Portal

Sign in once to find what you need.

  • Your verified child accounts
  • Account statements
  • Existing payment information
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Use your existing parent account to sign in securely.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROGRAM

Meet the Team

Learning, creativity
and caring connections.

At The Dream Center, parents and staff work together to support children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth.

GET TO KNOW OUR OWNER

Rev. Tanya Jackson

A lifetime of showing up. A legacy still growing.

Raised in Liberty City, Rev. Tanya Jackson has spent decades giving back to its children and families. From opening her church to children who needed a safe place after school to mentoring the daughters of women she once coached, her story is one of determination, compassion and commitment across generations.

Discover Tanya’s story

HELP FAMILIES TAKE PART

Help families afford
after-school care.

Your gift supports shared tuition assistance, helping Dream Center families with the cost of aftercare and program participation. Give as an individual or company, to the whole program or a school.

One time, weekly or monthly. Every gift is a way to help families take part.

Donations to The National Auxiliary Association, Inc. are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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