GEMS, founded in 2013, is an out of school program with an after school
program during the school year and summer camp during the summer. GEMS program serve grades K through 8th. A meal is served daily - breakfast and lunch/snack based on operation time.
Hours: After School - 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm; Summer Camp - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Location: 153 South Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60436
Telephone: (815)726-3731 Fax: (815)726-0224
Email: gems.program@yahoo.com
Vision: To provide the community with high quality out of school educational programs and services.
Mission: GEMS' mission is to provide a
learning environment for under-represented youth with a focus on empowering
them for self-sufficiency to bridge the education gap, improve low
self-esteem, deal with social issues, and strengthen social skills.