Ellington Youth Services

THE JOURNEY

ADVENTURE PROGRAM

for 6th grade students!

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RACHEL'S CHALLENGE

at Windermere School

beginning in October!

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Parenting can be the toughest job out there. Children are not born with instructions. Most of us do the best we can as a parent.....but sometimes we need help and guidance. We at Youth Services have placed much information on our web site to assist parents of young children and teens. If you need further information or assistance please feel free to call us!

860-870-3130

Great snack ideas! Have fun with your kids creating fun-to-eat snacks and special treats!

Click on the link below:

Disney Family Fun

Need some fun activity ideas for your child(ren) to do when they are bored or can't find something to do?

Here's a great link below to check into:

Woo Jr.

SPRING PROGRAMS

> Loving Discipline <

A 2 day parenting workshop on different ideas for setting limits and appropriate consequences for toddlers and pre-school age.

Babysitting will be available.

> In-School Programs <

Through-out the school year, Youth Services does a variety of in-school programs such as: Querks, Bucket fillers, Team Builders, Peacemakers, All Stars and 123 I Am Me.

WINTER AND SPRING PROGRAM

SNEAK PEAKS!

> Choices <

For 3rd and 4th grade boys and girls. Coming this January thru

March. A Six-week program in the evening.

> At the Heart of the Matter <

A mother/daughter program for 5th and 6th graders. Work on communication and how to stay connected through the pre-teen and teenage years, Coming late winter/early spring.

> Spring Journey Adventure Program <

A program designed for 6th grade students. Same program as

Fall. Students have a choice of either Fall or Spring session.

For more information on this program, click on "Programs" tab, then click on "After School & Evening" tab.

> In-Between <

For 5th and 6th grade girls. Navigating the pre-teen world can be confusing. A discussion group on how to make the "right decisions," dealing with friends and non-friends, family, pressures of life, etc...

> Worry, anxiety, Panic Reduction Workshops <

A new group for middle school students who have a hard time dealing with stress, worry too much, get anxious about school, friends or family. Looking to start in January.

**Help Needed for Youth Services Programs**

))> Rachel's Challenge After-School Leadership Program<((

High school students interested in assisting in a one-day a week after school program for 5th and 6th graders.

))>Homework Clubs<((

Grade 1 to 4th grade: This year Youth Services will be running a one day a week homework assistance program in the elementary schools. We need middle and high school student volunteers for tutoring. Tutors work with elementary students on homework, reading, math and organizational skills, etc...

5th and 6th grade homework club needs paid tutors between January and May. The tutors must be in high school, have good academic standing and available for the entire length of the program.

))> Assistants for Small Groups Programs<((

We hire students to help with various small group programs and hire babysitters for parenting programs.

If you are interested or want further information contact Youth Services. Interview will be required for all positions.