See how NYJTL has created the Active Learning initiative providing daily hands-on learning activities!
In addition, the Cary Leeds Center provides daily workouts and tips to make sure that you stay healthy and return to tennis stronger & sharper!
Monday
Brains On is an award-winning audio show for kids and families! Each week they try to find answers to fascinating questions about the world. Their mission is to encourage kids’ natural curiosity and wonder using science and history. Click here to get listening!
Tuesday
Code.org provides hour long activities for K-12 kids! Code.org is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to computer science in schools and underrepresented youth. Their vision is that every student in every school has the opportunity to learn computer science, just like any other science!
Wednesday
Every weekday at 12 and 3 pm, Little Kids Rock will post an online lesson on YouTube! Kids will have the chance to learn music in a new and fun way after they finish their online classes! Little Kids Rock also provide lessons for kids without instruments so everyone has the chance to learn music!
Thursday
The New York Public Library doesn’t want story-time to stop! The NYPL is providing weekday virtual story-times by their expert children’s librarians as they read beloved books, sing songs, and share early literacy tips. Click here to tune in!
Friday
USTA Eastern has provided a coloring book for kids when they need to take a break from their online lessons and let their creativity out! Click here to access the online coloring book!
In Memoriam
New York Junior Tennis and Learning extends its deepest sympathies to friends and family who have passed away due to complications of COVID-19.
Arlene Stringer-Cuevas
Arlene was the loving wife of long time NYJTL Board Member Carlos Cuevas. Arlene devoted her life to her family, public service and education, and was a staunch supporter of NYJTL programs, especially in the Bronx. She worked with Carlos to help establish the Bronx Open, now played at the Cary Leeds Tennis and Learning Center in Crotona Park. She will be deeply missed by the NYJTL family.
Juliette K. Eastman
Julie was the adoring mother of NYJTL Executive Committee Board Member Polly Scott. Julie was 97 years old, and described as a lifetime learner and passionate advocate of tennis, playing the sport well into her eighties. Born in Brooklyn, Julie’s inquisitive nature kept her eternally joyous and young-at-heart. She will be dearly missed, and her family is preparing for a gathering to honor her legacy as soon as safely possible.