Lighthouse Program

Vision Statement: To provide a safe environment that complements school day learning and fosters intellectual, artistic, cultural, physical, social and emotional development of children by partnering with and supporting the efforts of family, school, and community. Children, youth, and adults will be provided opportunities to become independent lifetime learners as well as innovative, creative, and productive citizens.

Parents can register students online for a five day per week, in-person program from school dismissal to 5:30 PM.

 For all 2022-2023 Afterschool Registration Forms, please click here!

The City of Bridgeport "Lighthouse Program" is an innovative school/community program sponsored by the City of Bridgeport through its Department of Youth Services, in partnership with the Bridgeport Board of Education, and nonprofit community. It receives local, state, and federal funding as well as parent fees and private donations.

The Lighthouse Program operates in 25 Bridgeport Public Schools and provides over 2,200 students daily with a safe and supportive environment after school, and during the summer. The program which operates Monday through Friday from school dismissal to 5:30 PM provides educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities to participating youth. The summer program operates for five full weeks from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and both programs include academics that support school day learning, as well as cultural and recreational activities designed to motivate participants. Current partners in this effort include Alliance for Community Empowerment, Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Neighborhood Studios, Village Initiative Project, YMCA and a host of other nonprofits providing special activities including science, dance, art, theater, music and various sports.

Registration is ongoing throughout the year.

"Friday Night Live" After School Night Program is held at Central High School, Harding High School, and Bassick High School. Friday Night Live is every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:30-5:30 PM and Friday from 6:00-10:00 PM.

Volunteer opportunities exist at all sites. Please call (203) 576-7252 for more information.

Lighthouse is now accepting bids to become a Lighthouse Provider at specific schools.

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