Welcome
The BOSTON YOUTH SERVICE NETWORK is a group of community-based organizations providing an integrated continuum of Alternative Education and Career Exploration programs for at-risk youth who have not found success in traditional systems. REFER A YOUTH.
Member organizations have a shared mission to improve the quality and diversity of services for youth so they develop the academic, work-readiness, life skills and support structure necessary to become productive adults.
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Action for Boston Community Development
Ostiguy High School celebrated its recent graduates at a ceremony that include family and friends. Ostiguy is an alternative education program for students in recovery and is in its second year of operation in Boston. Read more...
Youth Opportunities Program - Outdoor Trainings for Youth Workers
Posted March 3rd, 2010 by Heidi HallAppalachian Mountain Club's Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) supports youth workers to get urban and at-risk youth into the outdoors. We do this through trainings, equipment loans, direct service youth adventures, discounts on lodging, and trip planning support. The Outdoor Leadership Training (OLT) is an experiential, hand-on training that focuses both on technical outdoor skills, and leadership skills. See below for more details.
AmeriCorp Positions at Peace First (Boston, New York, LA)
Posted February 26th, 2010 by Heidi HallSee attached job description and information for a great AmeriCorp position for a young person.
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Full Service Schools Roundtable: Family Engagement Policy and Practice
Posted February 26th, 2010 by Heidi Hall in
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Monday, March 15, 2010Family Engagement Policy and Practice - Learn about policy developments at the national, state, and district levels and about exciting new local practice. Monday, March 15 from 8:30 - 11:00 a.m at The Boston Foundation (75 Arlington Street, Boston MA).
City Lab Academy accepting new applicants and upcoming info sessions
Posted February 26th, 2010 by Heidi HallCity Lab Academy Open House dates are March 9, April 6, May 4. Open Houses take place at CityLab Academy, 801 Albany Street. See attached flier for details about the program, eligibility and upcoming open house and entrance test dates. Applications are due July 1, 2010.
Behavior Management Training
Posted February 24th, 2010 by Heidi Hall in
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Friday, February 26, 2010If you tutor young people, do homework help or academic support, then this training is for you. Friday, Feb 26 from 9:30-12:30 (see details below).
Fidelity FutureStage at the Boston Pops Competition 2010
Posted February 24th, 2010 by Heidi HallMusicians/vocalists attending a public high school in Boston or Cambridge can compete for a chance to perform at a Boston Pops concert at Symphony Hall on May 26, 2010. The Boston Pops and Fidelity FutureStage are working with First Night to find talented high school musicians and vocalists to take part in the second annual Fidelity FutureStage at the Pops Competition 2010. Up to four instrumental and/or vocal acts will be selected to perform live on stage at a the Boston Pops concert with conductor Keith Lockhart. See below for details and application information.
CVS Pathways to Retail Careers recruiting youth for March 2010 cohort
Posted February 23rd, 2010 by Heidi HallThe CVS/Pathways to Retail Careers program is again recruiting for the next co-hort training program, scheduled to start March 22nd. Attached is updated flyer information sheet, please call Rosalind Pendleton with potential candidates or if you are interested in setting up an information session.
Youth Work Intensive Conference
Posted February 23rd, 2010 by Heidi Hall in
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Monday, March 15, 2010The 9th Annual Youth Work Intensive Conference will be Monday, March 15th & Tuesday, March 16th at UMass Boston. Each day includes networking, interactive workshops focused on skillbuiding and a gathering space for attendees to join each other in celebrating and recognizing the work we all do to support the development of young people. See below for details and registration information.
Youth Council Meeting (Feb 2010)
Posted February 22nd, 2010 by Heidi Hall in
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010The WIA Youth Council meets on Wed, Feb 24 from 8:30-10:00 am at the PIC Office at 2 Oliver Street, 7th Floor. Please RSVP to radka.stepanska@bostonpic.org. The meeting will include a presentation by youth from the BYSN Youth Voices project.
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El Centro del Cardenal Youth Education's Annual Cultural Festival
Posted February 19th, 2010 by Eddie Castro in
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Friday, February 26, 2010El Centro del Cardenal's Youth Education Department developed an Annual Cultural Festival to celebrate the cultures and backgrounds of all students, and also to provide a stage upon which students could express themselves and their cultural backgrounds.
This year's acts will include cultural dances & skits, poetry readings, open mic, and a fashion show.
