
Building the Next Generation of Forward-Thinkers
Quest Forward Academy Omaha, the forward-thinking high school, offers a convenient after school program for 7th and 8th grade students. Junior Swarm After School Program empowers students to grow their social, emotional, and academic skills in a fun and welcoming environment. The skills students explore in this after school program are real-world skills that will prepare them for high school and beyond.
The Details
- Starting September 5, 2023
- Monday through Thursday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
- Drop off and pick up at Quest Forward Academy, 2810 N. 118th Street, Omaha
- $100/family per month
- Financial assistance is available — Quest Forward Academy is committed to being affordable for all.
- Learn more: email juniorquestinfo@questforward.academy
Learn More
Email juniorquestinfo@questforward.academy to learn more about the program or click HERE to register now.
The Junior Swarm After School Program empowers students to grow in a variety of valuable ways through the following seven categories of activities:
Health & Wellness
Students learn the benefits of an active, healthy, and mindful lifestyle to make our community a better place. Students participate in physical activities such as yoga, cardio, and sports. They also learn about healthy nutrition which will lead to a healthier lifestyle
Arts & Cultural Enrichment
Students explore multicultural and Cultural diversity through art which will help them better understand their connection with their broader community. Students will express their creativity through painting, drawing, acting, dancing, music, and more, all while exploring how cultures affect and change artistic expression.
S.T.E.M.
If your child is a creator, thinker, problem solver, doer, innovator, or inventor then the Junior Swarm S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) experience is right for your child. Students will explore how S.T.E.M. connects to real-world work experiences through hands-on projects and activities.
Social-Emotional Learning
Every student has a voice that deserves to be heard! Students learn how to better comprehend their emotions and demonstrate empathy for others. The students learn the five competencies of Social-Emotional Learning: Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making. These important skills help students to manage healthy relationships and stressful workloads that they will experience in the future.
Career Exploration
Students are provided opportunities to explore what their interests are, and learn about potential careers through guest speakers, workshops, and research. Students will also learn how to gain job experience and seek additional educational opportunities and/or certificate programs to support their career development.
Financial Literacy
Students explore how to apply financial knowledge by learning how to make good financial decisions and how to develop them into habits. Students will explore how to set financial goals, create a budget, learn banking language, learn how to appropriately use credit cards, apply for student loans, and pay for college.
Service Learning
Service learning connects student learning in the classroom with real-world experiences in the community. Students gain practical skills, develop their career and personal interests, and learn the importance of giving back to the community.
Learn More
Email juniorquestinfo@questforward.academy to learn more about the program or click HERE to register now.
Upcoming Events
Columbus Day (No School)
October 9 2023
School will be closed Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of Columbus Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 10th.
Parent-Mentor Conferences (Currently Enrolled Families)
October 13 2023, 10am - 4pm
This will be a short meeting between parents/guardians and their student’s mentors to discuss their student’s academic performance and experience at school. These meetings will help parents understand what their student is learning at school, their academic and social-emotional progress, and what parents/guardians can do to support them.
Veterans Day (No School)
November 10 2023
School will be closed Friday, November 10, 2023 in observance of Veterans Day. Classes will resume on Monday, November 13th.