Parent Programs

POSITIVE PARENTING workshops can be hosted in your school, business, or home! We are presently setting up the Fall schedule so now is the time to inquire.

New to NYS’s Parenting Programs will be a course for parents of special need children.

Please call NYS for more information.

NYS Summer Programs

(RETURNING)

“NATURE DETECTIVES” and “THE GREAT OUTDOORS” (A few spots open in each session) nature programs at Cullens Memorial, June 26-30. For children entering grades K-2 (9-10:30 am) and 3-5 (10:45-12:15 pm). This year’s program will focus on Life Cycles (water, seeds, animals, and more!). Fee: $25 for the week.

(NEW)

“LEARNING TO GROW”

The Youth Garden is a work in progress. Looking for middle and high school age youth to volunteer several hours a week. Varieties of flowers and vegetables are/will be planted and cared for. Please call the office for further information.

(NEW)

MENTORSHIP

Are you interested in becoming a certified mentor? NYS will work around your summer schedule. We welcome all high school students and adults who would like to give some of their time to help someone.

(NEW)

THINGS I WISH I HAD KNOWN BEFORE I WENT TO COLLEGE

If you are a college-bound senior and have questions on just what college life is really like join present college students on five Wednesday nights beginning July 5 at 7 pm. Discussions will explore various aspects of college life, such as adjusting to the diversity of a college campus, substance and sexual abuse, stress, time and money management, etc. College students will answer questions honestly and provide an insight into just what is myth and what is reality on today’s campuses.

In order for the students to gather as much information as possible, this workshop is for STUDENTS ONLY.

There is no fee. Interested students need to pre-register.

Job Bank

School is out and summer is here. Now is a great time to register with the Job Bank. New jobs are called in daily. So if you are looking for a part-time or full-time job, NYS may be able to assist you in your search. The NYS Job Bank is open to students 13 to 17. Application forms are available at the office. Please call Jessica Clark, Job Bank Coordinator, at 270-4335 for further information.

Youth Group Meetings:

The High School Youth Advisory Board (HS YAB) and the Middle School Youth advisory Board (MS YAB) have finished their meetings for the year.

If you are interested in joining one of these groups please call the NYS office. New members are always welcome!

NYCAAP – Meeting times will vary. Please call the office for dates and items.

All programs will take place at Newtown Youth Services, 41-A Main Street (next to Town Hall), unless noted. For further information on any of the above programs, please call Newtown Youth Services at 270-4335.