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Step-Up Enrichment Program

During the spring and fall semesters, homeschooled students from local communities participate in the Step-Up Enrichment Program. The one-hour enrichment courses are held in various locations on the campus of Saint Vincent College every Friday afternoon. These courses are designed and taught by college students who are enrolled in the teacher certification program. Classes are offered from Preschool to Grade Twelve.

The goals of the Step-Up Program are to: 

  1. Familiarize nontraditional students with the educational process. 
  2. Encourage social interaction with other home-schooled students in the area. 
  3. Enrich the learning experience of nontraditional students through a variety of interesting enrichment units taught by college students in the field of education who aspire to be teachers. 
  4. Offer assistance and support to home-school families in meeting instructional needs to meet requirements for their specific curricular goals. 

Online registration on the STEP-UP website is available for parents to register their children for up to three classes each semester. Just follow the registration link. Class sizes are limited, so homeschooled students are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Community Outreach

  • About

    The Step-Up Program offers
    1. A unique and exciting opportunity for homeschoolers to interact with other students who share common interests.
    2. Homeschoolers the opportunity to transition into college classroom settings and to reduce anxiety when planning for college.
    3. Instructors who are college students participating in a required field experience. Every college student is required to have criminal and child abuse clearances before entering into a classroom. 
    4. Homeschoolers the opportunity to choose courses specifically designed to meet their interests while meeting curriculum requirements.

    STEP-UP believes it is a great privilege and opportunity for students to participate in this program. Therefore, behavior that is disruptive to the classroom setting will not be tolerated. If problematic behavior persists, the student(s) will be asked to leave the program.

    Dress Code

    While no formal dress code exists, we expect students to dress modestly so as to not distract from the educational environment.

  • FAQs

    •  When can I register my child for classes?

      You will receive an email notice if you have submitted your contact information to the Director. Also, we will post a notice when registration begins.

    •  When do classes start for the fall semester?

      Fall classes start in September and Spring classes start in February. Registration will be open for about two weeks prior to the start of classes. You will be notified via email when registration is available.

    •  Can cyber school students participate in Step-Up?

      Yes. We have many cyber students in our program.

    •  How do we participate in the Step-Up Enrichment Program?

      Below are the steps to participate in the Step-Up Enrichment Program:

      • Send your contact information to the Step-Up Director via the Contact Form.
      • When registration opens, a link will appear on the main page of the STEP-UP website, https://www.stvincentstepup.org/. The course list and online registration will then be available for you and your child(ren). All registration and releases will be available to complete online.
      • STEP-UP accepts cash and check payments. Fees are listed on the website and are automatically calculated by the registration platform. Payment may be mailed ahead of time or remitted the first day of class.
      • Once your registration is complete, you will receive a welcome email with parking details, a campus map, and other relevant information.
      • All classes are held on the Saint Vincent College campus. On the first day, please bring your child to the registration area (Placid 1B, directly across from the cafeteria). STEP-UP greeters will be there to assist you and escort your children to their classes.

       

  • Privacy Statement

    The Saint Vincent Step-Up Enrichment Program is committed to protecting your privacy and to ensure a safe online experience when registering for classes or submitting contact information.

    Collection of your Personal Information

    SVC Step-Up Enrichment Program collects identifiable information, such as your e-mail address, name, home address, and telephone number for the purposes of registering your children for courses and allowing your child(ren) to participate. Information is solely used for program purposes. Saint Vincent College will not sell your information. 

    We use Cognito Forms to securely collect and manage your personal information in compliance with GDPR. You can learn more about how Cognito Forms protects your personal information in the Cognito Forms Privacy Policy.

    Contact Information

    SVC Step-Up Enrichment Program welcomes your comments, feedback, or concerns to the Step-Up Director, Ms. Makayla McMullen.

  • Registration Forms

    Please register online at http://www.stvincentstepup.org/ FIRST! Once you have registered your child(ren) online, please remit payment to:

    Ms. Makayla McMullen
    Step-up Enrichment Program
    Education Department
    300 Fraser Purchase Road
    Latrobe, PA 15650

    DUE: All application and payment materials are due by the first day of classes

    Below are the steps to participate in the Step-Up Enrichment Program:

    • Send your contact information to the Step-Up Director via the Contact Form.
    • Once registration opens, please visit the http://www.stvincentstepup.org/ website. The course list and online registration will be available for you and your child(ren). Please submit one registration form per family. You will be able to select your children's classes on the form.
    • Please remit your payment (cash or check) by the first day of classes.
    • After you have registered, we will send an email with parking details, a campus map, and other relevant information.
    • All classes are held on the campus of Saint Vincent College. On the first day, please bring your child to the registration area (Placid 1B, directly across from the cafeteria). STEP-UP greeters will be there to assist you and escort your children to their classes.

Contact Us

Ms. Makayla McMullen

Phone: 724-805-2224
Email: makayla.mcmullen@stvincent.edu

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