The Boys and Girls Club of America has five key elements that are essential to its programs. These elements are:
A safe and supportive environment: The Boys and Girls Club provides a safe and supportive environment where young people can learn, grow, and develop. This environment is free from drugs, violence, and other harmful influences.
Fun and a sense of belonging: The Boys and Girls Club offers a variety of fun and engaging activities that help young people feel connected to their peers and to the Club. These activities can include sports, arts and crafts, games, and more.
Supportive relationships: The Boys and Girls Club staff are committed to building supportive relationships with young people. These relationships provide young people with the guidance and support they need to succeed.
Opportunities and expectations: The Boys and Girls Club provides young people with opportunities to learn and grow. These opportunities can include academic support, career development, and leadership training. The Club also sets high expectations for young people, which helps them to achieve their goals.
Recognition: The Boys and Girls Club recognizes young people for their accomplishments. This recognition helps young people to feel valued and appreciated, and it motivates them to continue to succeed.
These five key elements are essential to the Boys and Girls Club's mission of helping young people reach their full potential. By providing a safe and supportive environment, fun and a sense of belonging, supportive relationships, opportunities and expectations, and recognition, the Boys and Girls Club is helping young people to succeed in school, in life, and in their communities.
Project Learn Center & Teen Center
The Project Learn Center is a program at the Boys and Girls Club of the Hi-Desert that provides academic enrichment and support to students in grades K-12. The program is designed to help students improve their academic skills, increase their motivation to learn, and develop positive attitudes about school.
The Project Learn Center offers a variety of services, including:
Tutoring
Homework help
Academic enrichment activities
College and career planning
Mentoring
Life skills development
The Project Learn Center is staffed by experienced and qualified professionals who are committed to helping students succeed.
Benefits of Participating in the Project Learn Center
There are many benefits to participating in the Project Learn Center. Some of the benefits include:
Improved academic performance
Increased motivation to learn
Positive attitudes about school
College and career readiness
Improved social and emotional skills
Reduced risk of dropping out of school
Increased self-confidence
Stronger relationships with peers and adults
A safe and supportive environment to learn and grow
Snack, Breakfast & Lunch
The Boys and Girls Club of the Hi-Desert is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children and teens in our community. As part of this commitment, we offer free snack, breakfast, and lunch to all members.
Our meals are nutritious and delicious, and they are prepared by our experienced partners and caring staff. We understand that healthy eating is essential for children and teens to reach their full potential, and we are proud to provide them with the food they need to succeed.
In addition to being nutritious, our meals are also affordable. We believe that no child should go hungry, and we are committed to making sure that all of our members have access to healthy food.
Here are some of the benefits of our free snack, breakfast, and lunch program:
Nutritious meals: Our meals are prepared by our experienced partners and caring staff, and they are nutritious and delicious.
Affordable: We believe that no child should go hungry, and we are committed to making sure that all of our members have access to healthy food.
A safe and supportive environment: The Boys and Girls Club of the Hi-Desert is a safe and supportive environment for all children and teens.
Triple Play
The Triple Play program at the Boys and Girls Club of the Hi-Desert is a comprehensive program that provides academic support, career development, and leadership training to young people in grades K-12. The program is designed to help young people reach their full potential by providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed in school, in life, and in their communities.
Academic Support
The Triple Play program provides academic support to young people in a variety of ways. The program offers tutoring, homework help, and academic enrichment activities. The program also provides access to computers and the internet, so that young people can do their homework and research online.
Career Development
The Triple Play program provides career development opportunities to young people in a variety of ways. The program offers career exploration activities, job shadowing opportunities, and resume writing workshops. The program also provides access to mentors, who can help young people learn about different careers and develop their career skills.
Leadership Training
The Triple Play program provides leadership training to young people in a variety of ways. The program offers leadership development activities, such as team building exercises and public speaking workshops. The program also provides opportunities for young people to serve as leaders in the Club and in their communities.
Benefits of Triple Play
There are many benefits to participating in the Triple Play program. Some of the benefits include:
Improved academic performance
Increased motivation to learn
Positive attitudes about school
College and career readiness
Improved social and emotional skills
Reduced risk of risky behaviors
Increased self-confidence
Stronger relationships with peers and adults
A safe and supportive environment to learn and grow
Make a Difference
The Triple Play program is a great way to make a difference in the lives of young people. By volunteering at the Triple Play program, you can help young people learn, grow, and develop their leadership skills. If you are interested in volunteering at the Triple Play program, please contact your local Boys and Girls Club. You can also visit the National Boys and Girls Club website for more information.
Here are some testimonials from young people who have participated in the Triple Play program:
"The Triple Play program has helped me to stay motivated in school and to develop my leadership skills. I'm really grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the Triple Play program." - Sarah, 15
"The Triple Play program has helped me to learn a lot about myself and about the world around me. I'm really excited about my future, and I know that the Triple Play program has played a big role in that." - John, 16
"The Triple Play program is a safe and supportive place for me to be myself. I can be creative, I can be silly, and I can just be me. I'm so glad that I have the Triple Play program to go to." - Mary, 17
