After School Matters
Michael Beenblossom, MPA, is a dedicated professional with a background in public administration and political science. Currently serving as a Program Specialist at After School Matters since June 2023, Michael has previous experience as a Graduate Assistant in the POL/MPA Department at the University of Dayton. Additional roles include Field Supervisor Intern at After School Matters and various positions at Flyer Enterprises, Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity, StarEvents, and LAWRENCE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. Michael holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Dayton and a bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in Business Administration from the same institution, along with an Honors College Prep Diploma from Saint Ignatius College Prep.
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After School Matters
Each year, After School Matters provides life-changing after-school and summer program opportunities to more than 17,000 Chicago high school teens. Our hands-on, project-based apprenticeship and internship programs – in the arts, communications and leadership, sports and STEM – allow teens to explore and develop their talents, while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond. After School Matters full-time staff of approximately 85 supports the day-to-day operations and administration of the organization, as well as the provision of our signature programs across the city, while hundreds of individuals across Chicago work with us part-time as After School Matters instructors and program providers. We seek to serve our teens and achieve our mission by: • Advocating for teens and youth development • Building opportunities for teens through partnerships • Engaging teens in skills development for work and higher education • Showcasing teen accomplishments • Disseminating research and best practices about out-of-school time for teens