Program & Service Overview
The Mathematics, Civics, and Sciences Education Center of Philadelphia, Inc., provides free services to low income families to title one schools and schools in the form of supplies and free equipment needed in Philadelphia County – pre- educational workshops for parents and provide GED and Trade school training for juveniles who have dropped out of school or may have minor incidents through court and DHS. Youth that have been involved with the criminal system with a minor criminal case. Provide literacy programs to adults.
Veronica J. Joyner, M.Ed., the founder and Chief Administrative Officer of The Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Education Center of Philadelphia, Inc., serves as an education chairperson and advisor to 14 community organizations, including the Philadelphia chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Philadelphia chapter of the National Action Network (NAN), and the Philadelphia chapter of the National Congress of Black Women (NCBW), the Philadelphia Chapter of National Association for Black Social Workers (NABSW), and the Philadelphia chapter of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Black Caucus. She regularly updates these groups on current education issues and also provides updates to the entire community on TV, radio, and in the newspaper.Â
Veronica J. Joyner, M. Ed.
Chief Administrative Officer
As a result of her efforts, Veronica J. Joyner was presented with the following awards, among many others: • Urban League’s Leadership Award • NAACP Philadelphia Image Award • National Congressional of Black • Women Excellence Truth Award • North Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Award • Women’s Way Woman Courage Award • Stanford Award (Presented by the Dept. of Education in Washington, DC) • Commendation from Local Politicians, such as Former Mayor Michael Nutter, City Commissioner Omar Sabir, State Senator Sharif Street, etc. • WCAU TV’s Spirit of Philadelphia Award • WDAS Teacher of the Year Award • Mary Mason’s Mother of the Year • Teacher Commendation from the School District of Philadelphia • Madame C.J. Walker Award from the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. • WDAS Women of Excellence • WIPFLI Titan 100 Award • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Torch Bearer Award • World Champion Education Icon • Village Leadership Award • Kappa Community Development Corp Honors • MLK Drum Major for Justice Delaware Valley Black Doctor’s Award • Liberty Award Mary McCloud Bethune Award • Sadie T.M. Alexander Award
Tutoring Grades 1 - 12
MCSEC provides free tutoring services to low income, Title I children attending Philadelphia Public Schools and Public Charter Schools.Â
GED Program
MCSEC offers (GED) exam classes for youth and adults. We also offer exam classes for adults seeking entry into the military, as well as for other careers...
Education for Youth & H.S. Students
MCSEC offers comprehensive free educational services for youth and high school students, with a strong emphasis on preparing seniors for college, trade school, and financial aid.
Community Services
We provide assistance with voter registration and educate the community on the importance of voting. We do not endorse any particular party; we solely focus on registration and voter education.Â
Free Programs and Services
We connect citizens with housing, social services, and various forms of assistance. We strive to link Philadelphia residents with resources, including housing, employment, education, and state and government services, through our events.Â
Community Connection
We offer classroom management classes for school teachers and school administrators. We also offer free Reading and Math workshops for students, parents, school teachers, and school administrators.Â
