The youth center provides social programming for
youth ages 8-19. They must be enrolled in an educational
program. The youth center encourages a variety of skilled
development through its numerous activities.
The Rec Hours are 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Mon - Thur)
and 3:00 PM - 9:00PM (Fri-Sat).
Membership is free, but required. There are no
fees. To print out a membership form for the youth center,
please click here. To
assist Steuben County to get reimbursement for programs, please fill out a
financial income sheet.
Activities:
- Arts - The arts are encouraged through
programming in drama, singing, dancing, and art instruction by
professionals. These programs are ongoing and also offered at
scheduled times.
- Crafts - Weekly crafts are
scheduled. Children are encouraged to be creative and also work
on independent projects.
- Computer Use - Parents must give
permission for their children to use our computers. You can
print out a permission form by clicking here.
- Table / Board Games - Concern uses table
games and board games as activities for youth that help to foster
sportsmanship, develop skills, and have fun.
- Educational Assistance - After
school staff and volunteers are available to assist young people with
their homework or other projects. The computer may be utilized for
these purposes. Throughout the year other educational programs are
available to assist students with skill development, and broaden their
knowledge on a variety of topics.
- Community Service - Concern youth are encouraged to
participate in service projects
that young people feel are important and would like to do something
about in their community. The young people identify community
projects, and learn a variety of skills in the accomplishment of these
projects. Last summer the Cops and Kids project woked together.
- Youth advisory board - Students
who have attended the center on a regular basis are asked to sit on an
advisory board that meets twice a month to offer input on programming
and policy ideas for the center. They are also involved in the hiring
process of staff that work directly with youth. Check the staff
page to see the members.
- Board of Directors
- We also have youth, 16 and older who are on our Concern Board of
Directors. Check the staff page to see
the members.
Summer Youth Program
