Mission

Founded in 1971, the mission of the Mystic Learning Center is to improve the lives of low-income children and families who live at the Mystic Public Housing Development in East Somerville, MA. Our innovative service model uses Mystic parents and teens to manage and design all aspects of the program to meet the needs of the community. By being active participants in MLC, residents have the opportunity to enhance their own personal development, have an impact on the program, and contribute to community life. MLC brings residents together for mutual support to overcome persistent poverty while creating a healthier community.

What We Do

The Mystic Learning Center operates as a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt, non-profit organization and is licensed to provide school age child care by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MLC offers year round educational and recreational activities for youth ages 5-23 during after-school, evening, school-year and summer vacation. We provide high quality care, enrichment opportunities, field trips, family events and more to youth and families who otherwise might not have access to these opportunities.