Core Program Areas
The Core Program Areas provide an overall framework for programming at the Boys and Girls Club. The Club provides diverse activities that meet the interests of all youth. These Core Programs engage young people in activities with adults, peers and family members that enable them to develop self-esteem and reach their full potential. Based on physical, emotional, cultural and social needs and interests of girls and boys and recognizing developmental principles, we offer program activities in five areas.
Character and Leadership Development
The Character and Leadership Development Core Program Area empowers youth to support and influence their Club and community, sustain meaningful relationships with others, develop a positive self-image, participate in the democratic process and respect their own and others' cultural identities.
Education and Career Development
The Education and Career Development Core Program Area enables youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, apply learning to everyday situations and embrace technology to achieve success in a career.
Health and Life Skills
The Health and Life Skills Core Program Area develops young people's capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well-being, set personal goals and live successfully as self-sufficient adults.
The Arts
The Arts Core Program Area enable youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and an appreciation of the visual arts, crafts, performing arts and creative writing.
Sports, Fitness and Recreation
The Sports, Fitness and Recreation Core Program Area develop fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social skills.
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