Middle school can be a challenging time for young adults. YWCA New Britain’s STRIVE program is a middle school youth empowerment program developed to meet the needs of female identifying and non-binary youth attending Slade or Pulaski Middle School. STRIVE, which stands for Strength, Teamwork, Respect, Individuality, Vision, and Excellence, is a program where girls can feel safe and comfortable, while still learning and having fun!
Applications can be picked up and dropped off at the YWCA, the school’s main office, or East Side Community Center. Registration is limited, and a priority list is consolidated by the guidance counselors at the middle school. For more information about the STRIVE program, interested families may contact:
Julianna Cyr
Program Director
Youth Development
jcyr@ywcanewbritain.org
860-505-7495
We can’t wait to meet you! get in touch and we’ll answer all of your questions.
