Programs

Our Programs

We support schools and many organizations with Street College programming such as Ghetto Genius Motorsports, Street College Engineering, the Lovin’ U Tour, Street Media, Musicology 101, The Hip Hop Xpress Double Dutch Boom Bus, Civics from a Hip Hop Perspective, Studio Saturdays, and a series of other diverse STEM and STEAM activities inspired by the work of the late Dr. William Patterson “Dr. P” from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

01. GGM On-Track Racing:  

The Ghetto Genius Motorsports program involves teaching the basics of RC Cars and racing to expose young people to various STEM / STEAM career skills, as well as soft skills like sportsmanship, community-building, and task management.

A bright and colorful children's play area with circular seating in pastel shades of pink, green, and blue. The room is filled with various play equipment and toys, including a playhouse and books. The ceiling is decorated with green and blue hanging flags, and the flooring is wooden. Large windows at the far end allow natural light to flood the room.

02. Music Training & Technology:

This course focuses on the fundamentals and knowledge and is where every DJ begins. Students are taught technique, history, beat-matching, as well as blending. The course provides each student with the tools and confidence they need to begin their journey to becoming a professional. 

03. Street Musicology: 101

The first track, Music Technology, focuses on the technical aspects of Hip Hop, including engineering and production. This program is less about the creative process and more about the technology and skills involved in music production. Using various hardware and software, we teach students how to produce music and troubleshoot production equipment. The program is designed with clear progress markers such as student software and hardware usage demonstrations, making it easy to gauge student development.

Children wearing colorful paper hats with educational-themed designs are viewing illustrated books. The hats are decorated with images of books and cartoon faces, suggesting a celebration or educational event.

04. Street College Engineering  

This program has two tracks. The first utilizes prefabricated STEM Kits that expose students to varying engineering topics and allow students to experience quick success in putting together projects that would otherwise seem out of reach to them. This activity increases students’ confidence in their technical abilities and begins the process of introducing students to their inner genius.

05. Street College Media

This is a relaunch of our previous collaboration with WILL-TV/Illinois Public Media. Media Mechanics & Production will focus on producing various forms of content, including radio shows, podcasts, TV/Online programs, and documentaries.

This program provides students with practical skills in media production, storytelling, and content creation, while also giving them a platform to express their ideas and creativity. Student progress is demonstrated through their writing and media project completion.

A large group of children sitting on the floor in a school gymnasium, watching a projected video on a screen at the front. The ceiling features exposed beams and fluorescent lights. A basketball hoop is visible above the stage. The children are wearing colorful clothing, and some sit on jackets or blankets.

06. Street College: CIVICS

We incentivize our students for participation, up to $900. Citizenship is not a spectator sport, and the learning activities included in Street College: Civics instruction get youth and adults more involved, cause them to think critically about their values and beliefs, and prepare them to be active citizens of the future. Each unit is character building, leadership training, and volunteerism in community activities. Also, a look at the broader perspective – helping youth understand how their efforts address a public issue and how that issue is dealt with on a political level. Youth will look at the underlying causes behind their problems and work towards a sustainable solution via the political process. 

Lovin You Tour

A retail display featuring a wide array of colorful children's craft and activity kits arranged on shelves. The kits are packed in vibrant boxes showcasing activities like jewelry making and crafting. A table in the foreground is adorned with neon-colored water bottles, crafting supplies, and a bright pink bag.
A colorful classroom with small tables and chairs, bright decorations, and educational materials. Children's artwork is displayed on the walls, and there are playful elements like painted benches and a vibrant alphabet rug.
A children's play area with colorful decorations. The room features a large TV with speakers on a wooden stand. Above it is a circus-themed backdrop with red, blue, and yellow fabric resembling tents. To the left, there's a large cluster of balloons in various colors and a life-sized plush Mickey Mouse figure. The floor is strewn with more balloons and cushions. On the right, a rack displays costumes, and there's a small puppet theater booth.
A retail display featuring a wide array of colorful children's craft and activity kits arranged on shelves. The kits are packed in vibrant boxes showcasing activities like jewelry making and crafting. A table in the foreground is adorned with neon-colored water bottles, crafting supplies, and a bright pink bag.