Youth Crossroads, Inc. presents the Connections Program. The Connections Program is an after school program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade youth focused on social skill and relationship development, academic improvement and personal growth plus having FUN!
The program will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm at Freedom Middle School ( 3016 S. Ridgeland Ave. , Berwyn , IL ) starting October 6, 2008 and running through May 13, 2009. Components of the program include Homework Help, a sequenced Social Skills Curriculum, Active Learning Projects, and Recreational Activities. Monthly Parent Nights will be held on the last scheduled Monday of the month from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Call for Volunteers - THAT MEANS YOU!!
The Connections Program is looking for teen-age, college-age, and adult volunteers who have an interest in working with 6th, 7th, and 8th grade youth. Volunteer responsibilities include building healthly relationships through interaction in activities with youth, assisting youth with homework, role modeling positive behavior, helping to coordinate group activities. Volunteer requirements are being at least 16 years of age, committing to at least 1 day a week, completion of an application, references and training, and completion of a criminal background check (for volunteers 18 years of age and older).
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Amy Barth at either (708)484-7400 or abarth@youthcrossroads.org .
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