La Plaza

La Plaza recognizes that education is a key to a successful future.  It is especially crucial for Hispanic immigrants, as they struggle to learn the new language and culture in an unfamiliar environment.
Holy Spirit Parish has adopted their programs and is endeavoring to support their efforts with school clothes and supplies. We are also looking for people who would be willing to help tutor the children during the school year.

 Children's Programs
 After School Discovery:  Academic support, skills building and reinforcement, enrichment activities and arts opportunities for children ages 6 through 12.
 Summer Discovery is a six-week program that offers challenging curriculum and encourages creativity and discovery of anew interest.  Use of computer programs reinforces basic skills in language arts, reading and mathematics.  Field trips and a service component add to the interest and excitement that bring the children back year after year.
Programs for Adults
Preparation for Citizenship
Mensajes Para Mujers: A daytime program for Hispanic women providing the participants with proficiency in reading and speaking the English language.  Self-development and training for basic life skills needed to live with an unfamiliar environment.
General Literacy
General Education Diploma (GED)
Computer Basics:  Skills for job improvement

Gift of Time:  Tutoring for the children takes a commitment of 8 weeks, on your preferred day (Monday through Thursday) the hours are 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the Center, 580 E. Stevens St., Indianapolis, IN 46203..
Training:  Spanish class is offered to facilitate communications between Hispanics and others in the workplace and social setting.  It is not needed for the tutoring of the children.  

Contact: Terri McGuire  823-1145.