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Programming Resources provides the latest program ideas, toolkits and resources that are available in the youth development field.
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Schools and Communities Collaborating
Community schools have engaged school and community leadership in unique ways to make sure that all students succeed. The Coalition for Community Schools recently honored Three schools and three communities were recognized for their expertise in this collaboration. Click here to read more about these schools.
New Research Briefs for Out-of-School Time Practitioners
New briefs have been released on implementing evidence-based practices and improving attendance and family involvement in out-of-school time programs. These briefs include: What is Evidenced-Based Practice (EBP); A 10-Step Guide to Adopting and Sustaining EBP and Improving Attendance and Retention in Out-of-School Time. Click here to download the briefs from the Child Trends website.
Tools for Mentoring Adolescents
For new approaches and insights, ideas for engaging community members, and resources for building stronger mentor-mentee relationships with teens, check out these tools from the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota and the Search Institute. Click here to learn more.
Free DVD Educates Girls in Self Defense
After seeing the news footage of a Florida girl's abduction caught on surveillance camera, a 15-year-old from Portland, Oregon, came up with an idea to teach teen girls how to fight off attackers. The short film, Just Yell Fire, teaches girls self-defense techniques. Click here to download the video and learn more about the 15-year-old creator, Dallas Jessup.
Nancy Drew - Activity Guide Now Available!
The free, downloadable youth development activity guide, Nancy Drew: In Search of Clues, includes interactive activities and group discussion questions for youth ages 8 - 12. Themes that are addressed include becoming an everyday detective, responsibility, female leaders and much more. To download the activity guide and learn more about this new program, click here.
Summer of Service
A new campaign has been launched to engage more youth in summer service activities. A comprehensive web site has been developed that includes a toolkit with project ideas and how to engage young people in service. The culmination of the summer will lead to the High Five Service Project Kudos, bringing the winners to DC for celebration and recognition. Click here to join the Summer of Service National Alliance Network, access the toolkit, or nominate a project.
Free Materials on Internet Safety for Children
Protect Every Child has developed a DVD to educate parents and young people about the dangers that exist in online Chat Rooms. A leader's guide, brochures and information about Internet safety can be used for delivering presentations. Click here to learn more.
New Website Gives more Details on Study-Abroad Programs
The new site features improved navigation and more detailed program information, with added details on their Service-Learning Study Abroad Programs. Click here to learn more about IPSL and see their new web site.
Download 10 Free Tools for Mentoring
The 10 tools to support and strengthen relationship between mentors and mentees are free to download. These tools are designed to offer new ideas and insights for mentors and mentor program staff to enhance relationships with teens. Click here to download the materials.
Health Curriculum Supplement for Middle School
Students explore the scientific study of behavior and how behavioral and social factors influence health. This curriculum shows the science of healthy behaviors. Lesson themes include defining behavior, influences on behavior, healthcare settings and much more. Click here to order or download the curriculum.
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