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The Wentworth Training Program provides vocational opportunities for Boston Public School students, ages 18-22, who receive special education services. This community-based vocational training program offers pathways to internships, externships, employment, and postgraduate opportunities in fields such as Facilities Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Business Management, and Public Works (recycling).This program provides authentic work experience, where students are assigned job titles, work IDs, receive evaluations, and are eligible for pay raises. We set high expectations for all learners, ensuring that our community-based partners receive the best of BPS students.As a professional contractor, we are accountable for results. Student tasks and evaluations focus not only...
The STRIVE program provides vocational opportunities for Boston Public School students, ages 18-22, who receive special education services. This is a school-based/community-based vocational training program that leads to internships, externships, supported employment, and other postgraduate opportunities in various fields. It offers authentic work experiences where students gain real-life skills, including both soft skills and hard skills development, along with coaching. Our program sets high expectations for all learners, encouraging students to engage in work skills that may not otherwise be available to them. We also operate sites at various high schools during the school year.
The mission of the Boston Public Schools (BPS) Academic Mentoring Program is to provide students with opportunities for personal, academic, and professional growth through mentorship. We aim to connect youth with caring adults who can guide and support them in navigating their educational journey while also building essential life skills. Our goal is to foster long-term, positive relationships that contribute to student success in and beyond the classroom, promoting both personal development and academic achievement.Program Overview and ModelOur youth program focuses on connecting students, primarily from middle and high schools, with mentors who serve as role models, advocates, and sources of support. The program is structured around three key pillars:- Academic Support:...
The Library is dedicated to promoting literacy, learning, and cultural enrichment through its core areas: reading, spaces and programs, reference and instruction, and special collections. With 25 branches across the city, the Library serves as a civic hub providing access to WiFi, citizenship information, computer services, and a diverse range of collections. Programs include storytimes, technology classes, arts and crafts, and educational support for all ages. The Library is committed to inclusivity, offering equal access to all individuals regardless of background, and is actively modernizing its facilities to enhance community engagement.
Fight for Success is a year round program that focus on Community service.
We are dedicated to working in partnership with the community to fight crime, reduce fear, and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods.Our Mission: Community PolicingFor over 20 years, the Boston Police Department (BPD) has been a leader in Community Policing initiatives. Through the core principles of partnership, prevention, and problem-solving, BPD has contributed to both a lower crime rate and a reduction in arrests in the city.Community policing begins with positive interactions on the streets and in classrooms. It involves proactive prevention, diversion programs for at-risk youth and families, and provides pathways away from violence for those ready to make a change. BPD is working every day with the community to strengthen relationships, with a focus on...
Every year the Parks Department brings engaging programs and events to parks throughout the City of Boston. Don't miss out on these free, fun events! From ParkARTS performing arts like concerts and puppet shows, to participatory programming like arts and crafts workshops, to special events and festivals—Boston's parks are full of activity!
Boston Parks & Recreation’s youth recreation series and events enhance life quality and economic balance by offering convenient, free, high-quality instructional programs and team-building activities to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve various demographics, including at-risk youth and children from families who cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sports-specific programs. By providing these opportunities, the events and programs play a crucial role in bringing safe and enriching activities to parks in densely populated areas.
Boston Parks & Recreation's youth recreation series and events improve quality of life and economic balance by providing convenient, free, high-quality, instructional, and team-building programs to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve several demographics, including at-risk populations and children from families who cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sport-specific series. They provide a vital means of bringing safe and enriching activities to parks in these densely populated areas.
Boston Parks & Recreation's youth recreation series and events improve quality of life and economic balance by providing convenient, free, quality, instructional, and team-building programs to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve a variety of demographics, including at-risk populations and children whose families cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sports-specific programs. They offer a vital opportunity to bring safe and enriching activities to the parks in these densely populated areas.
Boston Parks & Recreation’s youth recreation series and events improve quality of life and promote economic balance by providing convenient, free, high-quality instructional and team-building programs to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve a variety of demographics, including at-risk populations and children from families who cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or specialized sports programs. Through these initiatives, we bring safe and enriching activities to the parks in densely populated areas, offering vital resources to the community.
As the largest housing provider in Boston, we build and support healthy, sustainable communities that bring stability, opportunity, and peace of mind to thousands of low- and moderate-income families across Boston. We are committed to the idea that public support for affordable housing is an essential investment in Boston's quality of life.Publicly funded housing programs are a contemporary and humane solution to the housing challenges our city faces. Our residents are the lifeblood of our community—our neighbors, friends, and coworkers. For many, BHA is the difference between home and homelessness. We empower vital communities to improve quality of life, encourage self-sufficiency, and create economic opportunities.Our youth program will be offered to BHA residents (public...
The mission of Boston Centers for Youth and Families is to enhance the quality of life for Boston residents by partnering with various organizations to offer a wide range of comprehensive programs and activities that meet the needs and interests of each neighborhood.
The Mission of BCYFOur mission is to enhance the quality of life for Boston's residents by partnering with various organizations to offer a wide range of comprehensive programs and activities tailored to neighborhood needs and interests.We serve participants of all ages, offering programs such as instructional basketball, floor hockey, bingo, arts and crafts, computer classes, flag football, pickleball, wrestling, soccer, and volleyball. In addition, we host a variety of exciting events year-round, including a Summer Carnival, Halloween party, Holiday party, and other seasonal events.
BCYF Shelburne Community Center continues to provide a safe, welcoming, fun, and cohesive environment for all our youth, teens, families, seniors, and the community as a whole. We offer year-round programs, such as fitness and wellness, teen educational workshops, recreational and sports programs, senior citizen programs, community events, and youth afterschool and summer programs.
The mission of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) is to enhance the quality of life for Boston residents by partnering with community center councils, agencies, and businesses to support children, youth, individuals, and families through a wide range of comprehensive programs and services tailored to neighborhood needs.At BCYF Roslindale Community Center, we are committed to serving elementary, middle, and high school youth. Our experienced and dedicated program team includes the Youth Worker, Athletic Director, Athletic Assistant, and Computer Instructor, all working under the guidance and support of the Program Supervisor.Our team strives to build long-lasting relationships with our youth, working over several years to understand their interests and encourage them to...
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for Boston's residents by partnering with various organizations to offer a diverse range of comprehensive programs and activities that cater to the needs and interests of each neighborhood.
The mission of BCYF is to enhance the quality of life of Boston's residents by partnering with various organizations to offer a wide range of comprehensive programs and activities according to neighborhood needs and interests. BCYF offers a wide range of affordable programs including preschool, school-aged and adult education, family literacy, youth employment, violence prevention and intervention, senior activities, and recreation and enrichment. BCYF's 35 facilities are located throughout Boston.In the early 1970s, as new school buildings sprang up all over Boston, residents felt strongly that these buildings should be used as community resources and offer community programming when school was not in session. This idea led to the establishment of Boston Community Schools in 1972....
BCYF's mission is to strengthen Boston's youth and families in their pursuit of success by fostering meaningful relationships, offering essential programs, and providing vital community resources.
Our mission is to strengthen Boston youth and families in their pursuit ofsuccess through meaningful relationships, essential programs, and vitalcommunity resources.
