ACES Sites

NYJTL’s ACES Afterschool Program provides free tennis, academic enrichment, and wellness activities at schools across all five boroughs. Families can register online through the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) portal or submit a paper application directly to their school’s Site Director.

Register Online
Visit the Discover DYCD portal and select “Youth and Afterschool Programs.”
From there, you can:

1. Enter your child’s school name or ZIP code

2. Find the correct NYJTL site

3. Complete the online enrollment form

Need help? View our User Guide for step-by-step instructions on how to navigate the DYCD website.

Paper Application: If you prefer to enroll in person, you can print and fill out the Paper Application and submit it to your Site Director at the school.

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Summer Rising 2026, a partnership between New York City Public Schools and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), is back and open to all NYC students in grades K–8. NYJTL serves as a provider at several sites across the city.

Summer Rising offers full-day, in-person programming that combines academic support with enrichment activities, including arts, outdoor recreation, and local field trips. Programs are planned and operated collaboratively by school principals and community-based organizations, with free breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided daily.

Learn more and apply at: on.nyc.gov/SummerRising