There are many distractions that compete for the attention of our youth today. It’s important that the messages they hear are coming from positive sources. All young people, regardless of economic, geographic, ethnic, gender or religious background face choices that can positively or negatively influence their futures. Every day, the YMCA sees teens that are excited about learning leadership skills and participating in projects.

The YMCA wants teens and families to know there is a way for youth to reach new heights, and is committed to programs for older youth and teens that offer character development, citizenship, leadership and service programs in collaboration with local school districts and other community organizations.

To meet these needs, the YMCA has several leadership programs.

Multicultural Achievers

‌High School Students Making Things Right.

The central purpose of the program is to help older youth and teens develop a positive sense of self and to set high educational and career goals. The program strives to:

• Assist students and their parents in identifying and qualifying for financial resources to continue their post-secondary education

• Raise the academic standards of youth

• Expose students to diverse career options

• Provide youth with role models whose success and knowledge will inspire them to reach their personal goals

• Create channels for continuing community involvement by business and industry

• Recognize and promote excellence in our youth

Session: Year-round

When: Monthly meetings & Service

Learning Project once a month

Summer Trip for year-round participants.