Gregory Drive Elementary

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Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida

Mission:
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Information:
The Club provides national, evidence-based, diversified activities that meet the interests of all young people. The first half of the program provides academic support and tutoring through the partnership of Kids Hope Alliance and Gregory Drive Elementary (Duval County Public Schools). Core programs encourage activities with adults, peers, and family members that enable kids to enhance their self-esteem and fulfill their potential. Based on the physical, emotional, cultural, and social needs and interests of boys and girls, and recognizing developmental principles. 

Alexis Cheatham
Director
Email Alexis Cheatham
Phone: 904-521-5249

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The club offers diversified program activities in five areas:

  1. Character & Leadership

  2. Education & Workforce Readiness

  3. The Arts

  4. Health & Wellness

  5. Sports & Recreation

Additional Activities:

5th Graders - Torch Club
Torch Clubs are chartered​ small-group leadership and service clubs for young people ages 10-13. A Torch Club is a powerful vehicle through which Club staff can help meet the special character development needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage in their development. Torch Club members learn to elect officers and work together to implement activities in four areas: service to the club and community, education, health and fitness, and social recreation. The Torch Club Awards are presented annually to Torch Clubs with outstanding programs and activities in the four areas. Each year, Torch Club members from all over the country take part in a service-learning experience through the National Torch Club Project.

Youth of the Year
Since 1947, Youth of the Year has been Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program, celebrating the extraordinary achievements of Club members. Each year, one exceptional young person from a Boys & Girls Club rises to the role of National Youth of the Year. The National Youth of the Year serves as both an exemplary ambassador for Boys & Girls Club youth and as a strong voice for all of our nation’s young people.

Current: Laila Bacon (2025-26)

Last Year: Bria Lewis (2024-25)

A person stands by a sign that reads "Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida" in front of a building.