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After-school Program

FREE FOR CHILDREN IN KINDERGARTEN-9TH GRADE IN THE ROCK ISLAND/MILAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

The MLK Center provides homework help and tutoring; a snack and a meal; and fun activities and field trips — all at no cost to families. Monday-Friday from 2:30-6pm. Transportation from select schools to the MLK Center is provided. Call (309) 732-2999 for more information.

Begin the registration process by registering below or come to the MLK Center (preferred) between 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Spaces are limited.

UPDATE: There will be limited spots available on Monday, November 10th. These spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Summer Day Camp

FREE FOR CHILDREN 6-17 YEARS OLD

Our program is for children who attend kindergarten during the 2025-2026 school year to 9th grade.

During summer break, the MLK Center provides a snack and a meal; fun activities and field trips — all at no cost to families. Monday-Friday from 9 AM - 3 PM. Call (309) 732-2999 for more information.

Registration begins early Spring 2026.

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Family Advocacy Center

The Family Advocacy Center (FAC) at the MLK Center provides free support to help families build stability and self-sufficiency, including case management, counseling, housing support, basic needs assistance, job readiness, parenting guidance, and transportation help.

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Prevention

The Prevention Team consists of both substance abuse and pregnancy prevention specialists. We work with the Rock Island/Milan School District and surrounding community to teach evidence-based comprehensive drug, alcohol, sexual education, and social/emotional learning.

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