The Teen REACH after school program (Responsibility, Education, Achievement, Caring, and Hope) is
an after-school and summer program for children ages 6-17 in the Winchester and Bluffs school districts, made possible by a grant through the Illinois Department of Human Services.
This significant funding enables the Health Department to provide essential services and activities
designed to support the academic, social, and personal development of local youth. The program is available to Scott County children at no cost.
The program operates in the Winchester High School, offering a safe and engaging
environment for students during out-of-school hours. The core services provided include academic
performance help, life skills education, recreation and sports, cultural and artistic activities, positive adult
mentorship, service-based learning, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
activities. Special emphasis is placed on programming that encourages and requires parental
involvement, fostering strong family bonds and a supportive community network.
To ask questions or for information on how to register your child for the Teen REACH after school program, please email mgieseke@scottchd.org