“Something inside so strong”

When people feel part of something bigger, when they can see themselves differently, see their communities and their futures differently… that’s powerful inspiration for change. 

At the Freedom Scholars Learning Center we encourage that transformation in a safe place where children, youth and families can engage in a variety of learning that recognizes their strengths, their culture, their struggles and their capacity to thrive and make a difference. 

Summer Program Application Open Now

Summer Program Application Open Now

Come join the fun and dive into a summer full of great books and exciting adventures!

Upcoming events

  • Roots & Revolution: The Black Experience Through Time

    3-28 4:00-5:30 PM

    Join Freedom Scholars at the Strong Museum for presentations about the Black Experience Through Time made by our scholars!

  • Family Dinner Night

    2nd Thursday of Every Month 5:30-7:00 PM

    Join us after Program as we break bread together and enjoy a free hot meal with our FSLC Family!

  • Lego, Craft, & Raffle

    4-12 9:00AM - 12:00 PM

    Join us for a morning filled with legos & crafts hand made by our scholars for sale. Also, join in on our various raffles!

  • “My son told me he feels more confident in reading because with Freedom Scholars there’s no judgment, I really appreciate that.”

    Shalene Thompson, Rochester FSLC Parent

  • I would say the positive impacts of having a 1:1 with Kaleb was the relationship built between him and his aid as well as us (the parents). There was clear communication on how his day went and communications on what we could do better to support his needs. There was growth in his social queues & interactions. Overall, it was a great experience. My hope is that since Kaleb was the main student with special needs/powers who had an aid - that you would be able to receive additional support from other trained sped aids/specialists to continue to cater to other children of special needs who could benefit from this awesome program! Thank you for including Kaleb in your program and we look forward to working with you again!

    Katie Valentine, Rochester FSLC Parent

  • I want to thank you for everything you & Freedom School have done for me. I love it so much & will always be grateful for it. I hope to come back in future years & give back to you guys; no one has any idea how much Freedom School means to me. I took so many lessons, skills, love, friendships & values with me. I want to thank you personally for being the greatest boss anyone could ever have. Thank you for believing in me the most & driving me to be my best self. You were like a second father to me and always made sure I was okay, you always know how to brighten people's day. You and Freedom School have impacted my life tremendously. Thank you so much for everything man!

    Adny Santiago, Former JSL

  • I love how they take to my child and reading is very important! Inez has going for 3yrs now!! I like how they do gardening. Additionally, they engage with parents and our whole family we - enjoying family night once a month. It's not just the kids that know each other but the family's also!!

    Charllene Wise, Rochester FSLC Parent

  • I like the fact that the program has opportunities for David to learn more about different cultures, how to do gardening, the reading time, learning social skills, learning about his community, and the time we'll spent in there for him. Most importantly, his safety.

    Stephanie Sanchez, Rochester FSLC Parent

  • I love the program that my daughter is in through Mr. Smith. It's something constructive that my daughter is involved with after school to strengthen skills she is learning in school, like reading and writing skills. I also like the activities that Mr. Smith and his staff embarks on with the kids, teaching them valuable skills that will carry on later in life like teamwork and leadership. I also like how they involve parents with it as well - it is something great for are community

    Darius Franklin, Rochester FSLC Parent

  • Kindness Champion Spotlight

    February 2024