LIFE ENHANCING PROGRAMS
MARY GURAK, ALECIA SMITH & N'FINITI JACKSON
2007 CLUB YOUTHS OF THE YEAR

CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Empowers youth to support and influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others cultural identities.

Programs offered:  Keystone Club, Torch Club, Flames Club, Youth of the Year/Month, Teen Tech Team, leadership training for tweens/teens.

EDUCATION AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Prepares youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations and embraces technology to optimize employability.

Programs offered:  Power Hour, homework help, tutoring, Smart Set, puzzles, educational games, reading, NETSMARTZ, DIGITAL ARTS, JOB READY, CAREER LAUNCH

HEALTH & LIFE SKILLS

Develops young peoples capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well-being, set personal goals and develop the competencies to live successfully as self-sufficient adults.

Programs offered:  SMART Moves, Safety Awareness Program, kitchen safety, food program, health and hygiene, Crest Cavity Free Zone

THE ARTS

Enables youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of visual and tactile arts and crafts, performing arts and creative writing.

Programs offered:  Fine Arts, Imagemakers & Arts & Crafts

SPORTS, FITNESS AND RECREATION

Develops fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social skills.

Athletic leagues, outdoor organized games, free play, gameroom activities & tournaments, Fitness Authority