STRIVE
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!
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FREE in-person and virtual programming
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Variety of hands-on activities
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Opportunity to meet and interact with other girls with different and shared interests
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Academic assistance
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Opportunities to participate in community service projects
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Discussion and exploration of issues important to young teen girls
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Healthy recreational outlets including goal setting, gardening, cooking, fitness, and much more
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Transportation provided from school to home
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Snack and dinner provided
Applications can be picked up and dropped off at the YWCA, the school’s main office, or East Side Community Center. You can also download an application below. 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:
Youth Development Director, Olga Fritho, ofritho@ywcanewbritain.org
Assistant Director, Demesis Negron, dnegron-figueroa@ywcanewbritain.org
Phone: 860-505-7495
Summer STRIVE – Incoming 6th & 7th grade female identifying youth
Dates: Monday – Thursday; July 11 – August 18
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Pulaski Middle School
Fee: Free (and free transportation)
Summer STRIVE online Application
Summer Bridge – Incoming 9th grade female identifying youth
Dates: Monday – Thursday; July 11 – August 11
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: YWCA East Side Community Center, 600 East Street
Fee: Free
Summer Bridge Online Application
Summer Youth Employment Learning Program – Ages 14-17
Dates: Monday – Thursday; July 11 – August 11
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where: YWCA East Side Community Center, 600 East Street
Fee: Free
Summer Youth Online Application
FOR MORE INFORMATION INTERESTED PARTIES MAY CONTACT
Youth Development Director Olga Fritho ofritho@ywcanewbritain.org or Assistant Director Demesis Negron at dnegron-figueroa@ywcanewbritain.org 860-505-7495.
Meet Daeja
While a new school year presents challenges for all students, Daeja faced a tougher than usual transition upon entering 6th grade at Slade Middle School.
Succeeding in school was already difficult enough for someone with ADHD. Daeja had difficulty staying seated and paying attention in class, and she seemed to be getting in trouble every single day. Life at home was stressful. She struggled academically, physically, and emotionally. Learn more about Daeja's experience and how STRIVE helped her.
Click here to support the young women of New Britain with a donation to STRIVE.