Teen Programs - Nyack
GIVING BACK AND PROVIDING SUPPORT TO OUR NEIGHBORS
We know that when we work as one, we move people and communities forward. That’s why we are committed to providing support to our neighbors and opportunities for kids, adults and families to give, join in or advocate in the name of stronger communities.
YMCA YOUTH & GOVERNMENT
(Grades 9 through 12)
The YMCA Youth and Government program, a nationally recognized initiative since 1936, immerses high school students in state-level government and politics, promoting civic literacy and community engagement. With a legacy of contributing to the passage of over 300 real laws across the nation, the program has a lasting impact on both individuals and communities. It empowers young voices, strengthens civic health, and offers students the opportunity to serve their schools, communities, and states through model government, civic engagement, and service-learning.
In New York, the YMCA Youth and Government program offers students from Nyack, Pearl River, Spring Valley, P-Tech and North Rockland high schools a hands-on experience with the democratic process. Over a three- to four-month winter and spring program, participants take on the roles of legislators, attorneys, judges, lobbyists, or journalists, learning how to create change through active participation in government. The program also helps students explore public service careers and develop lasting friendships, all while broadening their horizons.
Students can participate throughout their high school years, and outstanding participants, including Youth Officers, may go on to attend the prestigious YMCA National Affairs Conference in Black Mountain, NC, and the National Youth Governors Conference in Washington, DC. No matter where you're located, the YMCA Youth and Government program is the premier avenue for inspiring young people to become active, informed participants in the civic process.
If you are interested in participating in the program, please contact:
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Youth and Teens In Action Program
"A good leader inspires others with confidence in him; a great leader inspires them with confidence in themselves."
Youth & Teens In Action Program is a Year-round YMCA-based leadership-development
program for middle & High school teens. This program provides teens with extensive leadership training and volunteer opportunities that support YMCA programs and services to the community. In addition to learning leadership through service, youth and teens also participate in team building workshops, trainings, Intramural sports, and activities that promote personal growth and social development.
COST: FREE WITH MEMBERSHIP Click here for Membership
Program Hours: 3:30PM- 5:30PM Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays on Scheduled School Days
Location: 35 South Broadway, Nyack NY 10960
Director contact John Dillon: JDillon@rocklandymca.org Phone:845-643-3072 Ext 401
The Nyack YMCA Youth & Teens in Action Program will give your teen an opportunity to become part of their community through workshops, guest speakers, sports, volunteerism, and trips.
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YMCA Counselor in Training Program (CIT)
Our 6-week program offers a supportive and engaging program for teens ages 12-15. The emphasis at Teen Camp is about relationships and relationship building. Our Teen Camp staff is well-balanced and mature with skills and interests that reflect the diverse personalities of our Teen Camp population. The program is on-site at our campsite in Pomona. Teen Camp enjoys the familiar camp activities such as swimming, arts & crafts, sports & games, cooking, music & drama, group games, team building activities, weekly tips, nature programs and much, much more.
For more information contact our camp program.
