ParaDYM Academy is our after-school and extended day program made up of hands- on, interactive, interconnected media programs called, Co-Ops. Co-Ops are designed to empowering at-risk and marginalized youth through transmedia production and media literacy. Our Co-Ops are hands-on, therefore students learn by working on media projects for local nonprofits in need of media production.
ParaDYM Academy
Since 2008, ParaDYM Academy has provided after-school and out-of-school instruction in video production, digital music production, and game design for nearly 2000 marginalized youth throughout Central Connecticut.
play. produce. empower.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Program Outcomes:
Though involvement in ParaDYM Academy, students will become proficient in: ● Media Literacy ● Media Production ● Critical Thinking ● Social Entrepreneurship ● Financial Literacy ● Soft Skills ● Cultural Competence Student Participation and Engagement:
Student participation and engagement are developed along on 3-tired strategy designed to address a students needs:
● Tier 1 (PlayGround)- a mentoring, college prep and exposure to career pathways using recreational media and media production.
● Tier 2 (STARS) - additional academic assistance through a joint partners from CCSU’s TRiO program; SAT prep for students in need of homework help or college prep.
● Tier 3 (‘Trep) - additional workforce development and social entrepreneurship training for students seeking to enter the workforce while in high school. Students may be hired to work for ParaDYM clients under our ParaDYM Production banner.
To request more information:
Contact our program
Mon-Fri 2pm - 7pm
860-914-8428
paradymacademyinc@gmail.com
You can also request more information with this form: