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400 Victory Blvd Suite C, Staten Island, NY 10310
(718) 448-5151
info@dads2grads.com
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Growing Leaders,
One Child
at a Time
Unlocking Potential
Inspiring Futures
Where work and play come together
The Center for Early Childhood Education
Our programs give children the skills and confidence to succeed in school and beyond. We teach practical life skills, creativity, and critical thinking that prepare them for the future. Students learn discipline, teamwork, and responsibility in a supportive environment. Through hands-on experiences, they gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment. We inspire kids to set goals, graduate, and pursue greater opportunities in life.
read morePreparing Kids for the Future
While They Learn and Have Fun
We’re helping young students discover their potential through hands on learning and real-world skills. Our programs teach valuable trades like coding, cooking, plumbing, finance, martial arts, chess, AI, and auto mechanics giving kids the tools they need for life after graduation. While having fun, they’re also learning responsibility, courage, and leadership. These are lessons most schools don’t offer, but we make them accessible to every family. Our mission is to bring quality education, structure, and opportunity right to the community so every child can build confidence, stay inspired, and prepare for a successful future.
Students K-12 Months
Students K-12 Years
Students K-12 Years
Students K-12 Years
Professional & Structured
Helping Kids Stay Active, Confident, and Ready to Succeed
At our sports program, we train kids to be competitive while teaching them the importance of discipline, teamwork, and self-management. Our goal is to help every child grow stronger—physically and mentally through structured training and positive motivation. We focus on keeping kids in shape, showing them proper stretching and exercise routines, and building confidence that extends beyond the field.
We also host exciting summer events and tournaments that keep students active and engaged. Our after-school programs give kids a safe and positive environment, helping them stay focused and away from negative influences like gangs or trouble in the streets. Through our sports and leadership activities, children learn valuable life lessons while having fun. Our summer tournaments are especially meaningful bringing kids, fathers, and even mothers together to bond through sports. These family events strengthen relationships, promote teamwork, and teach parents the importance of connecting with their children through healthy, active living.
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Basketball
Basketball builds confidence, teamwork, and focus. Kids learn discipline, quick decision-making, and how to support one another on and off the court.
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Soccer
Soccer teaches endurance, coordination, and strategic thinking. Every game helps kids learn teamwork, communication, and respect for others.
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Football
Football develops strength, discipline, and leadership. It encourages kids to push through challenges and work together toward shared goals.
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Track & Field
Track and field help kids discover their inner drive and personal best. It builds confidence, resilience, and a love for healthy competition.
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Baseball
Baseball builds coordination, patience, and team spirit. Kids learn to stay focused, trust their teammates, and enjoy every win and lesson along the way.
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Tennis
Tennis teaches focus, patience, and self-control. It strengthens the body and sharpens the mind through individual discipline and perseverance.
Everyone needs to learn about healthy foods
Healthy Food for Growing Children
We teach kids the importance of proper nutrition and how to take care of their bodies. Through healthy eating habits, they learn to stay strong, focused, and energized for life and learning.
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Where Young Artists Learn, Create, and Grow
Discover, Design, and Express Through the Arts
Our Art & Design Program inspires students to explore their creativity while developing practical skills in visual arts, graphic design, and 3D animation. Led by Mr Hunter, a Pratt Institute graduate whose work has been featured at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), and with professional experience designing for Nike, the NBA Brooklyn Nets, the NFL, Versace, and Revlon, students learn from an active industry professional whose work appears in magazines and on billboards. Mr Hunter expertise in painting, digital illustration and design provide real-world insight while nurturing each child’s artistic growth. Our teachers come from some of the best art schools and bring their professional experience directly to our students, helping them learn real industry skills in a fun, creative way.
The program blends traditional and digital media, teaching drawing, painting, graphic design, computer graphics, and 3D animation. Students develop creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and confidence in visual storytelling. Classes emphasize collaboration, attention to detail, perseverance, and hands-on project completion. Supporting Leon, other professional instructors from his company mentor students, providing guidance and industry knowledge to ensure a rich learning experience.
By the end of the program, students gain the skills to express themselves visually, understand professional design principles, and create high-quality art while learning from a mentor who is actively shaping the creative industry.
Helpful software.
Empowering Students, Parents, and Teachers All in One App
Our after-school program app is designed to keep students motivated, organized, and connected. Kids can log in to track their homework, assignments, and class progress, while also enjoying fun, educational games that make learning exciting.
Teachers can easily monitor each student’s growth, provide feedback, and assess their performance in real time. Parents stay informed too following their child’s progress, discovering areas where extra support may be needed, and celebrating every success along the way.
This all-in-one platform strengthens the connection between students, teachers, and parents. By blending education with engagement, our app helps every child learn, grow, and build the leadership skills they need for a successful future.
