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Programs Youth Development We are realizing more and more the power of assets for all youth but especially youth without access due to economics. The Power of Developmental Assets (based on Search Institute’s study of 220,100 6th – 12th grade public and private U.S. school students during the 1999-2000 school year) to protect and guide youth in positive development, behaviors and attitudes is evident across all socio-economic and cultural groups. The more assets young people experience, the less likely they are to engage in a wide range of risky behaviors, and the more likely they are to engage in positive behaviors. We are maximizing our resources to provide out of school time activities to support, empower, and model constructive, enriching opportunities for young people to grow through creative activities and leadership development. NEW! After School Adventures This fall, in October 2010, Turning Point is launching a new adopted program, After School Adventures, previously ran by the Center For Human Services. Turning Point is pleased to be able to continue this highly impactful program that offers after school homework assistance for FREE to the kids who attend. After School Adventures will operate on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning in Oct from 3:30-6:00pm. ASA's director, Rachel Clark, along with volunteers, will assist elementary - high school aged kids in homework and provide engaging academic, artistic, and physical games and activities. Many of the families who participate are low-income and/or speak a first language other than English. Therefore, ASA is a highly valuable resource to these kids and their families because it provides a safe, healthy, and positive environment that facilitates learning and it is free. TNT (Teen Night Tuesdays) An evening of fun, games, snacks and prizes for youth grades 6th-8th. Play ping pong, foosball, dodge ball and karaoke. Have fun with prizes and teen talk time. Tuesday nights, 6:30-8:00. Located at the Vineyard, 14800 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155. All teen grades 6-8 are welcome to join in on the fun. TNT is on break during Summer 2010, and will resume the 1st week in October. Contact: 206.363.4003 NEW! Co-Ed Soccer Camp We are excited to launch a NEW Soccer Camp this fall 2010! We will be offering camp to 5th and 6th graders attending two elementary schools in the Lynnwood (South Snohomish County) area. Kids participating will learn new drills and ball handling skills as well as play short games. Leadership skills and team building dynamics are also a large part of each sport program Turning Point offers. Check back soon for dates and times of the new soccer camps. Spruce Elementary Soccer Camp Grades: 5th and 6th grade boys and girls Dates and Times: for fall 2010 dates and times, check back soon Cedar Valley Community School Grades: 5th and 6th grade boys and girls Dates and Times: for fall 2010 dates and times, check back soon Please register for Soccer Camp here! Co-Ed Basketball Camp Developed as part of Turning Point's 'At Risk' focus, this fun, relational and healthy program is for youth in grades six through high school. Already a winner as demonstrated by the participation of 16-25 youth per camp, this program provides an opportunity for basketball skills training, as well as conflict resolution, problem solving skills and natural leadership development. Basketball Camp is free for participants, however the cost to Turning Point averages $75 per youth, per camp for gym fees and supplies. If encouraging sports among our youth is your desire, lending your financial support toward this effort is much appreciated. North King County Basketball Camp Location: Bellinger Homes Community Center Ages: 11-18 Dates and Times for upcoming basketball camp TBA South Snohomish County Basketball Camp (This camp is currently open to Cedar Valley students only.) Location: Cedar Valley Community School Gym Ages: 5th & 6th graders Dates and Times for Winter 2010 Camp: TBA Click here to register for Basketball Camps Art Attack ART ATTACK is an art program serving the kids and youth who reside at Ballinger Homes in Shoreline, WA. These art sessions are designed to offer kids experiences with art, including technique and skill building, who otherwise may not have the opportunity. Art projects include mosaics, watercolors, and sculpture. Check back for the next ART ATTACk schedule. For more info on ART ATTACK or to volunteer, write to office@turningpointseattle.org or 206.363.4003. YMCA Summer Camp Initiative 2010 The purpose of the YMCA summer camp initiative is to send at-risk young people ages 12-17 to one week of summer camp. The YMCA summer camps (Camp Orkila and Camp Colman) provide young people with experiences that can be live changing for an at-risk young person. The resident and leadership camp experience includes exploring nature, learning new skills, gaining respect for the environment and making friends. Research has shown the profound benefits of outdoor adventure experiences: a recent Yale study found significant improvement in self-esteem, confidence and initiative. The cost to send each youth to camp is approximately $700.00 for camp and transportation fees. Turning Point raised funds to send 7 youth to camp this summer. If you would like to donate money to this cause and help send more kids to camp this summer go to our donations page. Back to School Consortium 2010 Location: North City Elementary Date: August 28th Time: 1-4pm Turning Point has again joined the community effort to assist low income and/or circumstances-challenged families in the Shoreline School District. The annual Back to School Event is located at North City Elementary, with the increased goal this year of providing 1,000 students with school supplies, haircuts, and clothing to begin their school year with confidence, dignity and smiles. You can join the effort to provide supplies, funding, or time to make this event an inspiring success. For more info, visit www.btsconsortium.org Partnering with the Community
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