HomeMy WebLinkAboutGroton Youth Commission 1993-2000 Reports and Marketing Program Report June 2000
Groton Elementary
Monica Delanoy
Programs:
Animal Lovers: 6 selected students have been attending this program which
has included off-site trips to a pet store and the SPCA. The program
concludes next week with a trip to Patchwork for horse grooming and riding.
Bubble Crazy: 17 student attended this one-day program where we used
bubbles for a variety of activities including making giant bubbles with hula-
hoops. This was a very fun program and was very successful.
Mother's Day Crafts: This was a two-day program that focused on crafts
the kids can give away for Mother's Day. They made stained glass bottles,
make your own bead necklaces, and jewelry boxes. There were 16 children
in this program.
• Diversity with the Middle School: Elizabeth brought a group of middle
school students to the elementary school to do a program on diversity and
tolerance which was really informative. 10 students attended this program.
Father's Day Crafts: Several students asked for this program after
attending the Mother's Day one. This will be a one-day program where the
kids will make crafts like suncatchers to give as gifts, 14 children are signed
up for this program.
End of Year Wrap Up: We will be having a mini-party to celebrate the end
of year with a variety of outdoor games and special snack making. I am
expecting about 25 students to attend this.
Summer:
Summer enrollment is complete with all weeks filled with several having a
few extra children. I am now working on contacting and confirming
presenters and will start purchasing after I clean out my classroom at the
Elementary School.
Groton Program Manager's Report - JUNE, 2000
Elizabeth Feldman
Programs:
STUDENTS FOR SAFE SCHOOLS - This group held its last major event at
the beginning of May when we went to the elementary school to perform a
short play about tolerance and respect for others. The students in SSS
came up with the idea, wrote the play, acted it out, led games for the
elementary school participants, and made friendship gifts to accompany
their performance. Next week we will be holding a party at our last meeting
of the year.
AFTER SCHOOL STUDY HALL - At first this program was very difficult to
start up. I wrote letters to 30 families of kids who are failing at least one
class or who are at risk of dropping out. In the letter, I explained what the
study hall was and why they were receiving a letter about it. On the first
day, 3 students showed up. However, since that time, I have spoken with
several parents, teachers, students and the school counselor and now the
• program pulls in 12 - 15 students each week.
SCIENCENTER TRIP - This program grabbed the attention of 10
enthusiastic middle schoolers very quickly, and we even had a few students
on a waitlist. Monica generously agreed to help me with transportation, and
on the selected date we set off for Ithaca However, 10 minutes into our
trip we encountered severe weather and had to come back. There was no
available date to reschedule, so the program has been postponed until next
fall.
COOKING CLASS - The in-school cooking program is still going well. We
have a steady group of students that come each week for a class period and
learn how to make different dishes. Currently we are planning a formal
luncheon to which students can each invite one guest. Cooking has been a
great medium for teaching social skills, independence, attendance to detail,
following directions, and cooperation.
DAVE GEL"S ECO-FORESTRY - This was a one-time program in which I took
a group of 12 kids to Trumansburg to the Black Locust Initiative. There
they used natural tools to construct birdhouses, coat-racks, benches, tables,
and natural artwork. The kids had a great time and would definitely like to
• return.
MOVIE CLUB - One of my current programs is a movie club, where the kids
get to watch interesting movies and then discuss them afterwards
(supposedly). About 15 kids have signed up for this program, and seem to
enjoy snacking on popcorn while watching a movie after school. I would like
to repeat this program next fall with more emphasis on the discussion.
NATIVE CLAY ART- This 2-part program, led by a presenter from Ithaca,
has been excellent. The kids have learned to find natural clay around the
school, clean it, and prepare it for using in artwork. They have each made
their own sculptures, and are in the process of learning to fire them. I tried
to limit the program to 10, but 15 signed up before I had a chance to turn
anyone away.
DISABILITY AWARENESS WORKSHOP - This was a 1-day program in
which a man from the Finger Lakes Independence Center came to Groton to
talk about his disability, Cerebral Palsy. He brought activities and written
. information, and answered many questions from the kids.
TEENS FOR HIRE - Several kids have been matched up with jobs recently,
and the postcards that were sent out seem to be drawing a lot of people to
this service. Additionally, several students have turned in applications to me
for the Village jobs, and I have passed those on to Chuck. The list of
workers for the summer is quite lengthy and should be enough for whatever
calls come in. There is enough work to be done in this area for an entire
full-time position.
ONE-TO-ONE - Something about the end of the school year seems to be
bringing more kids my way as referrals from the school counselor, teachers,
and the principal. I have been meeting with the same core group of 4 kids,
but additionally have been seeing several other kids on the side who are in
need of some extra attention.
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Program Report May 2000
Groton Elementary
Monica Delanoy
Programs:
Candlemaking: After having to reschedule the last session due to Take Your
Daughter to Work Day, the last session will take place this Thursday. There
are 16 regular attending students and the program went over very well.
Trip to the MOST/IMAX: Over break 5 students and a volunteer spent a day
at the Museum of Science and Technology in Syracuse. They also saw an
IMAX movie. Overall, it was a fun and educational trip.
Horseback Riding: Over break 6 students went to Patchwork where they
were taught horse care and were able to ride the horses. This was a very
popular program and I hope to repeat it again in late May.
Mother's Day Crafts: Next week, a two-day program will focus on crafts the
• kids can give away for Mother's Day. They will be able to make stained
glass bottles, make your own bead necklaces, and jewelry boxes. There are
14 children signed up for this program.
Diversity with the Middle School: Next Wednesday, Elizabeth is bringing a
group of middle school students to the elementary school to do a program on
diversity and tolerance.
Animal Fun: This 4 week program also starts in May and will allow students
to explore animal care including trips to the SPCA, the Pet Depot,
Patchwork, and hopefully a local dairy farm. This was a student requested
program and will have 6 participants that I select.
Bubble Crazy: A one-day program all about bubbles. Students will use
various objects to make bubble blowers of different shapes and sizes.
Healthy Snacks: Students will plan, shop for and prepare practical snacks
during this two-week program. It will focus on healthy eating habits,
budgeting, and safety.
Program Report June 2000
Groton Elementary
Monica Deianoy
Programs:
Animal Lovers: 6 selected students have been attending this program which
has included off-site trips to a pet store and the SPCA. The program
concludes next week with a trip to Patchwork for horse grooming and riding.
Bubble Crazy: 17 student attended this one-day program where we used
bubbles for a variety of activities including making giant bubbles with hula-
hoops. This was a very fun program and was very successful.
Mother's Day Crafts: This was a two-day program that focused on crafts
the kids can give away for Mother's Day. They made stained glass bottles,
make your own bead necklaces, and jewelry boxes. There were 16 children
in this program.
• Diversity with the Middle School: Elizabeth brought a group of middle
school students to the elementary school to do a program on diversity and
tolerance which was really informative. 10 students attended this program.
Father's Day Crafts: Several students asked for this program after
attending the Mother's Day one. This will be a one-day program where the
kids will make crafts like suncatchers to give as gifts. 14 children are signed
up for this program.
End of Year Wrap Up: We will be having a mini-party to celebrate the end
of year with a variety of outdoor games and special snack making. I am
expecting about 25 students to attend this.
Summer:
Summer enrollment is complete with all weeks filled with several having a
few extra children. I am now working on contacting and confirming
presenters and will start purchasing after I clean out my classroom at the
Elementary School.
• Summer Program 2000
Elementary Plans
The World Around Us July 18`t'-22nd
Goal: Kids will understand what Groton has to offer and the responsibilities
of being a community member.
Activities: visit local businesses (bank,bakery), complete community
beautification project, photography of Groton landmarks, newspaper for
Groton Independence.
Animal Crazy July 25d'-29d'
Goal: Kids will learn proper pet and wild animal care
Activities: visit from Cornell Giant Breed Rescue, seeing eye dog
presentation, reptile expert, SPCA, local vet (Dr. Holmes possibly), build
bird house, trip to Burnett Park Zoo
Science Sleuths August I"-5d'
Goal: Kids will have a positive view of law enforcement and a real life
science experience
Activities: fingerprinting, invisible ink, visit from local police officer,
footprint molds, solve a sleuth mystery
Shooting Stars August 8d'-12d'
Goal: Kids will try various healthy ways to express themselves
Activities: dance instruction, puppet making, skit writing and performance,
comedy workshop, magic show, talent show
Team Building August 15d'-19d'
Goal: Kids will foster team building skills and raise self-esteem
Activities: Project Adventure games and challenges, martial arts instruction,
group activities, climbing wall at Cortland State
Olympic Kids August 22nd-26`t'
Goal: Kids will have some introduction to other cultures and work together
to celebrate the end of summer
Activities: multicultural snacks and crafts, group games, medal making,
Olympic games and ceremony, building an obstacle course
• Summer:
Currently I am contacting various outside vendors to schedule for the
summer. Bill Williams, the Director of the SUNY Cortland Summer Camp,
has informed me that the camp will not be held this summer. He offered the
usage of the indoor rock-climbing wall at SUNY. I have completed the
registration pamphlet and will send them home with all students. I am
estimating that I will need a van at least 4 times this summer and will not be
able to use the Cooperative Extension van. This is my only real concern for
the summer.
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Groton Program Manager's Report—May, 2000
• Elizabeth Feldman
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t e/,� Current Programs
ANIMAL LOVERS:
Animal Lovers had its final meeting last week when it hosted a guest speaker from the
S.P.C.A. and her pet. Overall the Animal Lovers program went very well, with a steady
group of 12 middle school students showing up each week. Several of the sessions
involved trips to local sites, including farms, organizations, and individuals' homes in
Groton. Many kids have asked me to repeat this program at some point in the future.
9 PHOTOGRAPHY AND CREATIVE WRITING:
This program just ended yesterday and has been one of the most successful programs that
I have run so far. A solid group of 7 middle school girls showed up eagerly each week to
shoot, develop, and mount photos, and also write creatively in their notebooks. The
participants in the group got to know one another quite well, and several issues were
brought up along the way, including self-esteem, family relationships, school, friends,
body image, intelligence, racism, religion, and future goals. They requested several times
that the program be run again in the future. There will be a display of their work at
school outside of the main office starting soon, and another showing at a local student
arts event. Where in Groton should I request to have it on display for a while`s
"s STUDENTS FOR SAFE SCHOOLS:
N This program is going well and is currently planning two final events. The first is a
presentation at the elementary school next week that will include two skits about
tolerance and kindness, games, a gift exchange, and a short discussion about friendship.
The students in this group have worked very hard to write and produce this program and
have been very enthusiastic about bringing their presentation to the younger kids. The
second event that we are working on is a tree planting and dedication in memory of
students around the country who have been victims of school violence. This event should
take place in early June.
OUTDOOR EDUCATION:
Outdoor education will have its final regular meeting tomorrow, and will be going to
�1 Trumansburg to a workshop with a local naturalist and artist. We will spend the
afternoon building birdhouses and writing in hand-made journals about the outdoors. In
addition to this weekday meeting, Charles and I are working on plans for the overnight
camping trip, which will take place this month.
Go °�� COOKING CLASS:
The in-school cooking program is still going well, with a group of 8 — 12 kids showing up
each week(depending on their classroom behavior). So far we have created our own
menus, learned about different pieces of kitchen equipment, and baked biscuits, cookies,
and pizza. The kids in this group can be challenging to work with, but seem to be
enjoying the class a lot and are enthusiastic about coming each week.
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ONE-TO-ONE:
One to one is still going well, with a core group of 5 kids that I see each week to work on
schoolwork, talk about personal issues, or just hang out together. Several of the kids
have been bringing their friends to our meetings, which is fine with me. In the past few
weeks, several parents have expressed concern at their child's academic performance,
and so I have set up a few parent meetings with the school psychologist, the child, the
parents, and myself.
Future Programs
SUPERVISED STUDY HALL:
After speaking with the middle school counselor and principal, I have decided to run a
supervised study hall for students who are at risk of failing one or more classes this year.
I have sent a Ietter home to about 25 parents, inviting their children to participate in the
program. The study hall is scheduled to start next week, and will provide children with a
quiet space to work after school, help with difficult assignments, access to the library,
and use of the school computers.
SUMMER JOBS PROGRAM:
As summer draws nearer, I am planning to put a stronger emphasis towards helping
students find summer employment. I have set aside one day a week for a program that
will help kids discover job opportunities in Groton, practice writing resumes, rehearse
their interview skills, and get the necessary paperwork filled out. I have spoken with
Chuck Rainken, and hope to get one mailing of post-cards sent out this week (they are
written and waiting on my desk!) and will be picking up the student work applications
tomorrow morning.
ENVIRONMENTAL ART:
I am currently working with a local artist to try to set up a few weeks of her programs,
which are nature-based art workshops. She offers classes in pottery, basketry, painting
and weaving, all with a focus on using natural resources and materials. Currently we
have two classes set up, but I am trying to work out a third one.
SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM:
Summer planning is going very well, with every week almost entirely planned. The
brochure is just about finished, and ready to send home. My plan is to start advertising
and recruiting next week and have everyone signed up by the end of May. Any
suggestions on which local papers/locations I should advertise in?
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May 2, 2000
Dear Parent/Guardian,
• As the end of the school year approaches, it becomes increasingly important to
take a moment to check in with the students in school who are struggling academically or
who are at risk of failing a class. As ine Groton Youth Worker, I will be offering a
supetti,ised, after-school study hall for a group of 12— 15 middle school students who are
at risk of receiving a poor or failing grade in one or more subjects for the year. This letter
is to inform you that your child has been offered a slot in this study hall.
The studv hall will run on Tuesdays from 2:45—4pm, starting on Slav 9`h
and running until June 13`". The study ball will provide students with a quiet space
to do homework, work on orbanizational skills, get Delp with difficult assignments,
use the school computers and library, and plan strategies for improving their
classroom performanc+es. This prog,'am will be free of cost for .all Groton students
and they Nvill be able to take the late-bus Dome after each session.
While 1 will accept as many students as possible into this program, there will not
be space for everyone interested. If you Would like your child to participate, please fill
out the attached permission slip as soon as possible and return it to Elizabeth Feldman in
the high school office (your child may bring it in to school and drop it in my mailbox).
Once enrolled in this program it will be important that parents take an active role in
ensuring that their children come to the study hall sessions. If you have any questions or
comments, please call Elizabeth Feldman at school, 898-5802 x425.
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Sincerely,
Elizabeth Feldman
Groton Youth Worker
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PROGRAM SPECIFIC THOUGHTS
Banana Splits
• idea: meet with kids whose folks are divorcing/divorced
• talk to Brad Pollack
• talk to Joe Amore about elementary participation
• talk to middle and high school principals about kids' participation
• find out when it's currently meeting and attend
High School Mentoring for Middle School/Elementary School
• idea: older kids getting paid to tutor younger kids
• find out if it's happened before, and if so when and where
• find out how much money there is to pay kids
• get a list from schools about which kids would be best to participate
• figure out a time
• idea: maybe I could set up one tutor per study hall??
• question: find out if middle school kids have study halls
• get a list of all study hall attendance
• talk to librarian about using her room
Cool Careers
• idea: visit surrounding occupations
• talk to Amanda Verba about her program
• contact area businesses
• get a list from kids about what careers they are most interested in
• get feedback from kids about whether they would want something like that
• evaluate money availability for van usage
• figure out what times are best for businesses and kids
• figure out which kids this makes the most sense for
• ideas: post office, fire department, bank, teacher, professor, veterinarian, army,
college student, doctor, nurse, lawyer, chef, hotel administration, mother,
psychologist, police officer, ambulance driver, landscaper, architect, artist, musician,
athlete, business owner, janitor, etc.
Youth Employment Services
• idea: getting kids linked with people who need services done for them
• Find posters
• Talk to Dan about finding old info
• evaluate money situation to send out post cards
• need to do some major advertising to kids and community
• get a list of kids to contact •
• start a file
• find old information
Creative Writing Course
• idea: meet with kids once a week in school and do creative writing for 'l4 credit
• talk to school about kids getting course credit
• find out when might be a good time during the day
• call Pat Schneider for a listing of activities and writing workshop ideas
• get an interest list of kids
• talk to school about kids who have too many study halls
• get a list from school about kids that they would like to see involved
• find out what age group would be best served
Support Group for Girls
• idea: creation of a safe space to talk with peers and one adult
• get an interest list from kids
• figure out when/where would be a good time to meet (lunch?)
• topics to discuss: social pressures
health issues
sex
drugs/alcohol
family issues
school/academic pressure
suicide/depression
eating disorders
body issues
pregnancy
boyfriends
homosexuality
religion
anything else
• write up confidentiality pledge
• market idea around school: ask friends to talk to friends
put up signs
talk in health classes
pass out flyers
ask teachers/counselors, etc. who I should get
Fly Fishing
• idea: take kids fly fishing, teach them how to tie flies, spend time with one adult
• market idea to students with posters, flyers in homerooms, photographs, signs, etc.
• get a list of previous participants •
• • get some advertising materials from Shahaab
• get an interest list from students
• figure out which ages are most suitable
Gardening
• idea: create a school garden and grow stuff
• talk to Kalay about what she has in mind
• find out if there's any space available
• find out when is the best time to do this project
• get an interest list from students
• talk to area nurseries/landscaping organizations to see if they hire youth or do any
kind of youth-oriented projects
Hiking/Outdoor Club
• idea: set up a weekly outing or nature oriented activity
• find out if school has any kind of outing club already
• call Ric Dietrich, Cayuga Nature Center, COE, CCE, VISTAs from Boston?, other
area outdoor centers
• talk to other Program Managers (Amanda Verba, Dave Hall)
• find out about student interest
• find out about Groton Youth Commission interest
iOne -to -One
• idea: meet with 2-3 kids for the semester/year who need some extra attention
• talk with Brad Pollack and Michelle Hughes
• get name of kids to meet with
• find out how many kids I should work with and how often
• talk to Kim and find out if she was working with anyone in particular
• get chairs to sit on in my office
• also: GET ROOM DECORATIONS!!
• talk to mom and get some supplies (activities, worksheets, drawing supplies)
• find out what age kids these would be (10-14?)
Guest Speaker Program
• idea: have a new speaker come in each week/month to discuss an issue
• find out who in the area might be good speakers
• possible subjects: racism/diversity
environment
science/technology
animals/nature
health/nutrition
athletes
AIDES
0 teen pregnancy
date rape/personal safety
drugs an alcohol addiction •
disability awareness
pornography
art/music/dance
other:
• get student interest list
• talk to school about potential subjects
• set up calendar with guests
• hire student committee to: organize rooms
make food
have lunch with the presenter beforehand
invite other students to attend
put up flyers
facilitate/introduce guest speaker
write thank-you letter afterward
organize attendance list for school
• talk to CCE about anyone in the building who might be able to speak early on
• think about who would be a good FIRST person to come
• talk to school about who might be a good person to be on the committee
School to Work Group
• talk to Mona at school to figure out what this is and what my role is
Magic Club
• idea: teach kids magic tricks after school
• get a student interest list
• talk to Matt Wnberg about what he could/would do with the kids
• talk to school about possible spaces available
• think about when might be a good time to start
• thought: when do kids find out that they DON'T make a sports team
Film Group
• idea: watch movies with kids and discussH
• talk to school about this idea
• think about space that we could use (people's houses, school facility, town building)
• consider using library space
• generate a movie list
• advertise with kids
• evaluate money for this activity
• things to consider: dinner, movie rental, VCR usage, movies I own, Laser Disk
Machine, kids' interest, appropriateness of movies, sex problems
Community Arts Partnership Grant
• • idea: bring in a guest person to run a workshop of some kind based in the arts
• possible areas for topic: dance
music/drumming
sculpture/ceramics
painting
other:
• wait for info to be sent to me from Robin at Community Arts Partnership
• contact Ithaca Pottery on Rte. 366
• get list from Community Arts or other local reference
• look at flyers and in local paper
• call drumming guy from Wesleyan
Liberty Partnership Program
• find out what this is and what my role in it is
Teen Parent Support Network
• idea: start a weekly potluck meal with girls who are mothers or pregnant and
possibly meet in their own houses. Set up child care? Allow them to bring their
babies with them.
• contact CCE to provide possible parenting classes at these potlucks
• think about goal of program, i.e. support, training, social, skills, etc.
. • talk to school to get list of kids with kids
• talk to counselors about their collaboration
• generate interest list among girls
Resume Writing and Interview Workshop
• idea: meet with all kids in 111 or 12' grade and go over resume writing and
interviewing skills. Sessions would be held in small groups during school until
everyone had attended at least once
• use prewritten information and interview skills packet material
• talk to Wesleyan or Cornell Career Centers for speakers or for informational packets
• talk to school about feasibility of reaching all kids
Theater Program
• idea: use the remaining money in the budget to take the participating kids on a
theater oriented trip
• find out what is left of the remaining $580
• figure out student interest in a local play or production
• find out how much an excursion would cost per student
• get a list from Chuck or Kim of the _students who were involved in this last year
• find out when the money must be used by
• evaluate budget to see if money could be spent in a better way
• idea: could this be linked to a dinner or potluck of some kind? Maybe have a formal
i trip with the kids?
Drop-In Hours at School •
• idea: have a set time in school when kids can sign-in to come talk privately with me
or with a few of their friends (possible conflict resolution or problem solving)
• go through old files to find out what drop-in hours were like
• get a school schedule to find out what time I should hold them
• think about advertising: signs in bathrooms, flyers around school, anouncements
• talk to Brad Pollack and Shannon G. about issues that can come up
• decide if this will be emotional, behavioral, person, or homework oriented
• get a list of kids that I should contact?
• Get chairs from CCE so that kids can come in groups
• Think of this as a mediation group for social problems?
Community Service Project Crew
• idea: organize a group of teens to do monthly community service projects in and
around Groton
• Get a list of activities that have already been done as community service
• Find out what things the town would like to be done for them
• Create a list of contacts to call regarding projects that we could do
• Figure out what student levels of interest are
• Generate a schedule: every month on a Saturday? Only school vacation days?
• Talk to kids about what they would want to do for a project
• Find a teacher who might be interested in helping out with organizing,
transportation, and actual work on the day of the project
• Talk to principal about space to work in
• Evaluate budget to figure out how much money we have for supplies
Drug Quiz Show
• idea: lead drug quiz show team in preparation for final show in May
• Talk to Kim ASAP to find out what this is and how it works
• Get a list of kids who have participated in this previously
• Find out what the calendar is and when the final show is
• Talk to Kim/Dan/Chuck to figure out where all of the materials are
• Call the alcoholism council/other local drug organizations about trainings/teachers
Nutrition Programs/Classes
• idea: (not too clear yet) maybe utilize someone from CCE to have a few sessions
on healthy eating, lifestyles, exercise, etc. NEED MORE INFO ON THIS
• Talk to CCE about what they already offer
• Include this on student survey to find out what kids are interested in
• Talk to current health teacher to discuss what s/he would want
• Figure out if this would be a targeted program for at-risk kids or a program for
anyone
• Talk to Groton Health Clinic about running a program through their facility
• Babysitting/First Aid Training
• idea: hold a 4-6 week training program to get kids certified to babysit. Maybe
connect this with CPR/First Aid training?
• Talk to graduates of previous babysitting class and find out what it was
• Figure out who ran it/offered it and how much it cost and where it took place
• Evaluate budget to see if we can afford it
• Find out if kids are interested and if so, how many would participate
• Figure out how to advertise best, and who to seek out
• Talk to Home/Careers center to see what they do already
Active Community Teens (ACT)
• idea: no idea
• find out what this is and what my role will be
• question: who was in charge? Who should I talk to?
Alpha House Drug/Alcohol Group
• idea: start a support/awareness group for teens who are suffering from or have
friends who are suffering from drug and alcohol related problems
• contact alphahouse to set up a meeting with their director and find out what they are
interested in doing
• meet with school counselors to generate a list of kids for whom such a program
would be beneficial
figure out how to recruit, i.e. --letters sent out, pull kids from class, have counselors
talk to kids, etc.
Computer Club
• idea: have a group of kids who like to use the internet/computers come in after
school once a week for either structured or unstrucutred time on the library
computers
• talk to Mike in the Computer Dept about what he's interested in doing
• talk to the librarians about usage of the Library after school
• do some internet research to find out what's out there for kids to do
• question: is there any way that 1 could link Groton up with another town and they
could communicate via email and itnemet chat space? Possible pen pals?
Swimming
• idea: during the winter months, take a group of kids (maybe elementary) over to
BOCES to use their pool for free swim or swimming lessons
• need to find a lifeguard or certified swim instructor
• figure out if we have enough money to do something like this
• find out what the interest level of the kids is
• find out if there might be parents who could help drive if too many kids are
interested
School Paper/Newsletter •
• idea: have a group of kids who meet afterschool once a week to design, write and
edit school newsletter. Paper would be quarterly? Paper would cover all areas of
student interest: sports, events, fundraising, classified adds, personals?, classes,
etc.
• find out if there's already such a think in place
• find out how many kids might be interested
• talk to CCE about funding available to print such a thing (would be over 1000
copies)
• figure out who would be a good person to talk to in the school about starting this
project (English dept?)
Photography Club
• idea: get kids into a 4-6 week photo class that could meet at BOCES or possibly a
local university (Cortland?)
• question: what would the cost be for such a class? Can we afford this kind of
thing?
• figure out what the level of student interest is
• talk to the Art Dept. to find out if there is already a course open to kids
Cooking Club
• idea: meet with kids once a week to do a cooking project after-school. Possibly
have the course follow a cultural map (i.e. kids could cook a dish from a new
country each week, and while food is cooking, learn about that country.) Also
possibly connect this with a language program from Cornell, maybe a professor of
the language spoken in each country could come in to help run the program!! (I'm
liking this one more and more...)
• question: is there a place where we could meet
• what grade level is most appropriate
• what is the level of student interest
• is there anything like this already in the Nome Ec. Dept. Talk to Mona
Trips
• idea: a committee of students who plan various trips throughout the year (1 per
month maybe?) that would be appealing to a many different kids. Trips could
include: sports events, arts events, nature walks, lectures, movies, swimming,
evening events held specifically for teens, etc.
• question: is there enough to do each month that teens on the committee would
have things to do?
• find teens who are responsible enough to take on such a large project
• find out what parental consent forms would need to be made up
• find out if there are places and events that we could visit that would be free of
charge •
• find out what places kids would most like to visit
• Anger Control and Aggression Workshop
• idea: after talking with Brad Pollack we decided that there is a need for some kind
of anger control workshop for kids who are getting in trouble too often. He has
already written up a protocol for such a thing, and so have I (old, from Wesleyan).
This group could be mandatory for any kid who gets in a fight, yells at a teacher,
threatens another student, etc.
• question: do we really want mandatory programming?
• question: am I capable of running such a program by myself?
• question: does Brad Pollack want me to do his job for him while he gets paid for it?
• need to discuss with school counselors much more
• figure out how many kids would be involved
• figure out if this would be ongoing (4-6 weeks) or if it would be merely a one-time
workshop that gets repeated each time
• find out if there is any service in Ithaca that offers courses/workshops like this for
free, but with a trained facilitator.
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Annual Report - Groton 1908 - ITY)
Targets different types of
October - 20 Middle and Fligh qchool violence and raises school
Students for Safe Schools June Students awareness.
October - 6 Middle a_ndf 1—igh _�"'(_;h_o0_1 Matches students with jobs in
Teens for Hire June Students town.
October - Students meet with an adult
One-to-One June 4 Middle School Students mentor once a week.
Participents cook international
October- foods and host presenters from
Cultural Cooking Club December 12 Middle School Students different countries.
October - Group takes students hiking,
Outdoor Education December 11 Middle School Students rock climbing, canoeing, etc.
Rarticipents learn facts about
drugs and alcohol and then
November - compete in a state-wide game
Eckerd Drug Quiz 11 February 11 Middle School Students show.
Students drop in to the office to
September - 20 Middle / High School talk about problems when they
Drop-In June Students (approx.) need someone to listen.
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Name of Program Month Number of Participants General Description
20 Flementary School Group for children of separated
Banana Splits Jan - June Students or divorced parents.
raiticipents learn facts about
drugs and alcohol and then
compete in a state-wide game
Eckerd Drug Quiz I Jan - May 6 Middle School Students show.
Students are matched with
senior citizens and spend time
Adopt A Grandparent Jan - May I? together.
Career awareness and
Dreamcatchers Aril - May 110 sixth grade student,-,, exploration program.
18 Elementary School Performed plays and visited
Theater Program Aril - June IStudents local theaters.
Workshops on safety an(]
Suppersitters May 9 Middle School Students pLoper child care.
Greenmasters Landscape
Workshop May 8 Middle School Studmits Taught landscaping techniques.
I lelped youth find local summer
Summer Job Program June - July 20 Middle School Students jobs.
Workshops on job readiness
Youth Employment Program May - June 30 Middle School Studnets and planning.
October - Workshops and trainings about
Teens in Office June 6 High School Students local government.
200 Middle and Fligh School Student survey about what
Student Survey SepLetp )._er students p,rograms interest them.
r,--ILlgllt participants how to tie
Fly Fishin Workshop October 1 19 Middle School StL.1(1('I)tS flies and cast.
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Program Managers Report
August 1999
Summer Employment
All Village placements working out
Possibility of job development in the fall as reserve funds dictate
Teens 4 Hire
Posters are out
Plenty of youth wanting work; slow response from adults
Add Campaign in the shopper and article in the Independent
Planning to canvass neighborhoods with more flyers
asking merchants to remind customers if topic arises
Letter to Groton Businesses mailed. Responses to survey are coming in and
helpful information is being gained.
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August 12-16
. Proposed Summer Youth Services Program
Groton
1999
rGroton on Stage
nday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon July 12 - July 30
continuation of the after-school theatre program funded through a grant to
ton, and run by The Firehouse Theatre. Open to boys and girls, grades 4-
. Staffed by teen leaders (2), college program coordinator. Featuring
vsiting theatre educators.
Special Summer Programs For Youth Ages 8 and Up and Adult Friends
Tin Can Fantasy Factory July 7 1:00 pm
Hip Hop Dance Workshop July 14 6:30 pm 7
Children's Music Concert July 21 1:00 pm ��, „�Lt_ �, s=➢�
Memory Album Workshop July 21 6:30 pm
Bike Safety Rodeo To Be Scheduled
Karate Class July 28 1:00 pm
Basketry Workshop July 28 6:30 pm
Cheer Leading Clinic to be scheduled (teen service project)
Week-Long Special Interest Programs For Youth Ages 10 and Up
Music Grooves (music appreciation) 9:00am - 12:00 noon August 2-6
Cooks'a Poppin'
(food careers and field trips) 9:00arn- 12:00 noon August 9-13
Youth Employment Program For Teens Ages 13 and Up
Casual Job Matching and Employment Advice
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1. Teen Program Assistants
Teen salaries: $5.50 per hour x 15 hours per week x 7 weeks: $577.50
$577.50 & $40.43 (fringe):$ 617.93 (one teen)
$ 1235 (two teens)
Teens can work with casual job-matching program and camp program.
2. Telephone Line Installed in Community Church,with answering machine or
voice mail
Estimate: $380.00
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3. Job Matching plus Workshops: ($total cost, $500)
Teens-far-Hire Workshops (job readiness)
Cash Register Training
Super Sitters
4. Subsidized Jobs
Teens are matched with community non-profit organizations, supervised by
organization staff, monitored by Program Manager, and paid through this money
($1600). See above teen salaries for numbers.
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KIM BATZER—6/2/99
BANANA SPLITS PROGRAMS:
-4a'grade group-elementary school
-last meeting-6t9/99
-6a'grade group-middle school
-last meeting-6/7/99
-ice cream parties held for both
ECKERD DRUG QUIZ PROGRAM:
*-see attached letter from Governor Pataki
*-see event pictures
THEATRE PROGRAM:
-Performance at Firehouse Theatre in Ithaca on Satjune 12'h @ 2:15 p.m.
END OF YEAR WORKSHOPS:
-6/2-Stress-Less:Relax and Learn More
-6/9-Dating Decisions:The Boy-Girl Connection
*-see attached flyers
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Program Manager's Report
June 1999
May Programs
Supersitter Child Care 9 Youth served
May 11 Preparation and Responsibilities
May 18 Problem Solving
May 2-5 Children and Play
June 1 Safety and Emergencies Sargent Van Zile
Lawn Maintenance Training 8 Youth Served
May zo High School / Eric Satterly
May 2.7 Sykes Park / Bart Auble
Youth Employment
Approximately 30 Youth Registered for Summer Job Program
zo applications submitted
Met with Chuck Rankin May 2.1. Discussed adding Nursing Home and
Library to site placement. (inclimate weather or lack of work)
Met with Frank Satterly May 24. Frank agrees there should be optional
placements for youth hired.
Application deadline June 4. Will meet with Chuck to pool applications
and set up interviews June 7.
Groton Youth Employment Phone Number 1-8o0-232-6966
Groton Theater Stars May za
Trip to Firehouse Theater to stage and block scenery
Cash Register Training June 8 at Wilson Farms
Summer programs
Teens for Hire
Theater Camp July 6- 30
Music Awareness Week August 9-13
Cooks A Poppin' August 2-6
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Program Manager Report
May 1999
April Programs
3 Job Seeking skills Workshops held at the High School
Total Of 27 youth served
Out of this pool, names will be referred for summer(MJP) placement
April Meetings The Tompkins County-Youth Bureau is spearheading a
campaign entitled Teens For Mire, which will consolidate the surrounding
municipalities in regard to casual work referrals.
Youth not placed within village positions will be placed in this program
An older teen or perhaps a college student will be hired to assist with this
program
May Programs
Supersitters May 11,18, 25, & June 1. 2:45 High School Library
• 6 youth registered so far
Greenmasters Lawn Training May20. 2:45 High School Grounds( a second
session will be held in June depending on interest)
Cash Register Training Wilson Farms first week in June (conferring with
Bonnie at WF)
Summer programs
Cooks a Poppin'
Career awareness field trips
Theater
Music
Thanks.for N-our time,
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• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER- 5/5/99
PROGRAMS:
ECKERD DRUG QUIZ PROGRAM:
-Grand Championship Finals- 5/3/99 - Syracuse Marriott Hotel - 6:15 p.m.
-The event was televised by WSTM Newschannel 3 and moderated by newscaster Jackie
Robinson. Our students took third place, and each student received a trophy. This was an
exciting and memorable experience for the team.
BANANA SPLITS PROGRAMS:
-4th grade group-elementary school
-continuing to meet weekly on Wednesdays during lunch
-6th grade group-middle school
-continuing to meet weekly on Mondays during lunch
ADOPT-A-GRANDPARENT PROGRAM:
-planning another trip to the Nursing Facility w/the Jr. Natl. Honor Society at the end of the
month
• DREAMCATCHERS PROGRAM:
-6th grade Career Awareness/Exploration
-completed six week session; met during 8th per. study hall
-14 students served
THEATRE PROGRAM:
-continuing to meet on Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. tt elementary school
-18 elementary participants-4th& 5th grade
-planning a production around Peter Pan
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• Groton Youth Commission
Program Manager's Report
April 1999
Elementary School
Wild Over Work - Small but enthusiastic group
Activities included career exploration and focus on Groton Businesses
in conjuction with 100th day of school celebration. The youth reconstructed parts of downtown
Groton and discussed what was involved in operating a particular establishment. They also
devised a questionnaire involving the career path of choice. (results were varied, but teacher
and sports hero were at the top of the list.)
Middle and High School
A meeting was held with Janice, Barbara, Chuck Rankin, and myself to discuss the Municipal
Jobs Funding for this summer.
Breakdown of placements as follows:
3 youth - highway crew 1 older teen to supervise
1 youth- arts and crafts assistant
1 youth- assist Kim
1 youth-assist with Youth for Hire
2 youth- assist Theresa @ Town
Total- 9 youth @ 100 hours each
. I will be confering with Chuck and Theresa to formulate job descriptions
There will need to be a contingency plan for the road crew in case of incimate weather.
Placement at the library or the school(I hope) may be a possibility
Recruitment for this program has been favorable.18 youth have registered so far.
Workshops to discuss this program and the finer points of getting a job are being held Tuesdays
at the High School. Those not placed within the MJP program will be core placements for
Youth For Hire.
Future Programs
Supersitters May 4th, 11 th, 18th, 25th
Greenmasters/Lawn and Landscape May 20th and 27th
Cash Register Training June 5th
Summer Youth for Hire /Casual job placement in partnership with the County Youth Bureau
Career awarness
Cooks A Poppin'
Cool Careers
I am sorry I can't be there, but if you have any questions
please feel free to call me at home @ 898-9528
SThs,
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January 1999
Meetings/Conferences December
School to Work team C Groton High School . .
Met with TO School to Career Coordinator, Therese Arsenault
Collaboration on programs to follow A.S.A.P.
School to Careers Steering Committee @ B.O.C.E.S.
Discussion of funding ( 8 G per district ) and future workshops.
Programs December
Eckard Drug Show presentation
Discussion of Advertising and Media influence in the Tobacco and Alcohol Industry
Thanks Kim.
Holiday Cooking Extravaganza
A success! 10, 4th and 5th graders participated
January
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Informal gathering to meet youth and solicit their ideas
W.O.W. Wild Over Work
Career Awareness Workshops geared for primary grades
Four sessions on Thursdays starting Jan. 21.
Future Programs:
Better Your Own Body
Alcohol Awareness Training for teens to present and teach. + '
Theater Workshops
Beginning Wednesdays at the Elementary School
Cooks A Poppin'
Probable Successor to W.O.W.
Thanks For Your Time,
Chuck Leo
• GROTON YOUTH SERVICES - 1998 ANNUAL REPORT
SUMMARY:
Groton Youth Services provides educational,recreational, and cultural activities to Groton youth
and their families. The program seeks to address the community identified needs of these youth
by planning and implementing a wide variety of programs and activities. The Groton Youth
Commision provides program direction and contracts with Cornell Cooperative Extension of
Tompkins County for program development and oversight. The youth program manager works
closely with school personnel in order to provide a cohesive network which will enhance pro-
grams for youth as well as provide them with a comprehensive support system.
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS & DEVELOPMENTS:
1) Super Sitters-babysitter training program-This course offers specialized training to those who
seek employment by caring for young children. Four week course serving 15 youth.
2) Banana Splits-This program is an elementary level support group for children who are coping
with the loss of a parent through separation or divorce. 16 youth served in grades 4 and 6.
• 3) Eckerd Drug Quiz Show-This program is designed to teach middle school students the
dangers of using drugs,alcohol, and tobacco. Students compete against other schools in a game
show format. * Groton students were the 1998 Regional Champions.* 10 youth served in grades
6-8.
4) Dreamcatchers-Careeer Awareness/Exploration-This program is designed to encourage sixth
grade students to begin thinking about the possibilities available to them in the career world. 20
youth served.
5) Adopt-A-Grandparent Program-This progam is designed to provide students and older
Groton citizens residing in the Groton Nursing Facility the opportunity to learn from one a-
nother and socialize. Joint program with the Jr. National Honor Society. 8 middle school youth
served.
6) Youth Employment Service/Job Readiness-This program matches youth with job requests
from people and businesses in and around the community. Special services are also made avail-
able to the community by the students-i.e. babysi t tti ng,snow shoveling,yard work,etc. In addi-
tion, volunteer opportunities,apprenticeships, and other stipended positions are often found
working with area organizations such as the Liberty Partnership Program and the district
School-to-Work team. 84 youth served.
*-summer 1998-special grant project-created business handbook entitled "Groton Teens At
Work: What You Should Know About Getting A Job".
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volvement and build leadership skills. Instrumental in the planning of the Prime Time Youth
Leadership Conference held in Groton. 12 high school youth served.
8) Prime Time Youth Leadership Conference-This special event invited area youth to a day
long conference which included workshops on a variety of pertinent teen issues. 35 youth
served.
9) Summer Program-This program consisted of four different day camps,four community events,
and opportunities to participate in a wide variety of educational,cultural, and fun activities.
Program Breakdown:
A) Cooks A' Poppin'- I I youth
B) Super Sitters - 15 youth
C) The Star Is You! - 10 youth
D)Fly Fishing- 16 youth
E) Dr.Volts - 45 youth and adults
F) Tin Can Fantasy Factory -60 youth and adults
G) Mike Stanley the Magician - 55 youth and adults
H) New Games- 40 youth
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• Program Managers Report for November 1998
Dec. 2, 1998
Youth for Hire/ Groton Teens at Work Presentations Nov. 12 & 19.
Concerns in regard to time and location were affirmed; attendance was
disappointing. Those youth whom attended were thanked for their interest and
their names were taken for future rescheduling of this series. Preregistration
will be a prerequisite for future events. Traci Johnston has expressed in interest
in having this series presented to the Liberty Partnership Program.
Future programs
Eckard Drug Show Presentation Dec. 9
Holiday Cooking Extravaganza / Elementary School Dec. 17
World of Work / Elementary School- January
Supersitters T.B.A.
Super snow shovelers begin to recruit A.S.A.P.
After school music "jam session" Making arrangements with Steve Codner
Thanks,
Chuck Leo
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GROTON YOUTH CONMUSSION MONTHLY REPORT
0 KIM BATZER- 12/2/98
PROGRAMS:
Eckerd Drug Quiz Program -began 11/18
-meets afterschool on Wednesdays
-6 participants;middle school age
-2 assistants;high school age
Banana Splits Program -began 11/18
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-10 participants j t�yI. M o�D
-meets Wednesdays during lunch
-co-facilitating w/Heather Lybbert, Service Specialist from BOCES
-6th grade group @ middle school
-begins Monday,Dec. 7th
-meets during lunch
Afterschooi Program @ Elementary School -began 11/24
-winter theme art program
-11/24-felt snowman ornaments
-12/1-snowman pins;making gift paper
-12/8 jar snowmen
-12/15-terra cotta pot snowman
* see examples
-5th grade group
-next block:career exploration
-Wild Over Work curriculum
-11/10-asked to speak w/the Jr. National Honor Society about the Adopt-A-Grandparent
Program
-12/7-trip to Groton Nursing Facility-afterschool;collaborative program
-holiday activity w/residents
-will return again in Spring months
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KIM BATZER - 8/5/98
SUPER SITTERS PROGRAM - babysitter training
-10 youth served
-7/6 - Karen Coleman-Tompkins County Youth Bureau-stages of child
development
-7/13 - 7/20-Tina Faster-Cooperative Ext. teaching assistant w/EFNEP
program-making healthy snacks; safe food handling; identifying poisons;
making play-doh;making creative games; serving sizes; leeding children,etc .
- ,*/27 - Sue Mandrino-village of Groton paramedic-handling emergency
situations; tour of ambulance
COOKS A' POPPINI PROGRAM - a cooking/nutrition program using a variety
of fruits and vegetables
11 youth served
-7/7 tour and cooking demonstration at Benn Conger Inn
-7/14 Tina Foster-making veggie dips & trip to Wilson Farms to compare
• fresh/frozen/canned fruits & vegetables
-7/21 - Tina Foster-veggie pizzas & salad; nutrition game; understanding
labels
--/28 - Tina Foster-trip to Grisamore Farms-blueberry picking; tour
SPECIAL EVENTS
Dr. Volts - 45 youth and adults attended
Tin Can Fantasy Factory - 60 youth and adults attended
Mike Stanley-magician - 55 youth and adults attended
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Types of Program Options:
Adopt-A-Grandparent Program- This program is designed to provide students and older
Groton citizens residing in the Groton Nursing Facility the opportunity to learn from one
another and socialize.
Concerned Students Group - This program offered youth an opportunity to discuss
contemporary issues that they identified as being critical or influential to their school and
peer experiences.
Banana Splits-This program is an elementary level support group for children who are coping
with the loss of a parent through separation or divorce.
Peer Players- This program is a theatre group that explores youth issues through skits,inter-
active role plays, and theatre games.
Super Sitters-babysitter training program - This course offers specialized training to those
youth seeking employment by caring for young children.
Joint Programming- This program provides specialized workshops for youth and their families
• in the community. Each event is designed to provide a wide range of educational and cultural
experiences. These programs have been offered in conjunction with the Public Library,Even
Start Program, and Liberty Partnership Program.
Career Awareness/Exp]oration Program -This program is designed to encourage sixth grade
students to begin thinking about possibilities available to them in the career world.
Eckerd Drug Quiz Show- This program is designed to teach middle school students the
dangers of using drugs,alcohol, and tobacco.
Pregnant or Parenting Teens Support Group -This program is designed to provide a safe,
private place where young mothers can learn about health& nutrition,parenting skills,stress
management,communication skills, and other valuable tools for effective parenting.
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KIM BATZER- 6/3/98
PROGRAMS:
BANANA SPLITS - support group for children from divorced or separated families
-last mtg. held on 6/3/98
-banana splits ice cream party
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
-several requests for babysitting list
-yard work positions
CAREER AWARENESS GROUP - meeting during 8th period study hall
-2nd group of sixth grade students- 7 girls;3 boys
-last mtg. will be held on 6/12/98
-* brief discussion on supplementary videos used in addition with Dreamcatchers curriculum
• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER-4/1/98
MEETINGS:
3/2-School-to-Work team mtg. - 3:15 p.m. -High School Library
3/18-PREP/SAS Advisory Council-T-S-T BOCES - 8:00 a.m.
PROGRAMS:
Career/Awareness Group-meeting during 8th period
- six week period
- 10 sixth grade students
- 1 st group ending 4/2
Teen Parenting Group-meeting every Monday in the EvenStart Family Resource Room
* see attached flyer
Banana Splits Program-support group for children from divorced or separated families
- 4th grade group begins 4/1
-will meet every Wednesday during lunch period for approx. eight weeks
Drug Quiz Show-State Competition in Syracuse @ Marley Education Center- 3/31/98
- Our students won their first round against Jefferson County, but were defeated in the
second round by Herkimer County. This was a wonderful learning experience for every-
one involved. This team should be very proud of their accomplishments.
-The team received an additional prize package from the state level which consisted of
t-shirts, buttons, "District Champion" bumper stickers, ribbons, certificates, pencils,
magnets, and much more.
Support Group for
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A safe, private place where young mothers can learn about
health & nutrition, parenting skills, stress management, communication skills,
and other valuable tools for effective parenting.
wHE:RE: Even Start Family resource Room
Groton Elementary School (rm. 8)
WHEN: Mondays 3:00-4:00 p.m.
For further information or to register, contact Kim
at the Groton Youth Services Office, 898-5801 ext 425.
*Free of Charge*
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Dryden CATS(Community Action Teens) *JobMatchers Teen Employment Program Family Music
Nights*Special-Needs Horseback Riding*Time-to-Talk Teen Mentors*After-School Skills for Living
Programs* Super Sitters Training*Outings Program and Conservation Corps(with Ithaca Youth
Bureau)* Liberty Partnership Program(Academic Motivation) *Better Your am Body-Alcohol
Education*5-Day Summer Morning Camp*Fit is IP Health Workshops* Drvden Youth Commission,
Steve Kirsch, Chair
Groton IMPACT Teens for Community-Serice*After-School Skills for Living Programs*Peer
Platters(role playing contemporary issues)*Banana Splits Discussion Groups(for children of divorce)
Middle School Groovers Peer LeadersIup*Concerned Students High School LeadersIup* Super Sitters
Training*Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education*4-Full Day Summer Camp*Field Trips*Super
Snow Shovellers Teen Employment*Groton Youth Commission, 01ey Houghtaling, Chair
. Lansing Peer Players*In-School Pre-Teen Discussion Series*After-School Skills for Living
Programs*Fund-Raising Suppers*High School Helpers*Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education
Field Trips for Art and Music*5-Day Summer Morning Camp*Outings Program(with Ithaca Youth
Bureau)*Individual Support Sessions*Career Awareness Workshops*Lansing Youth Services
Committee, Vicki Rininger and Deb Divver, Co-Chairs
Newfield Big Friend/Little Friend*Banana Splits*Individual Support Sessions Tutoring*Outings
Program and Conservation Corps(with Ithaca Youth Bureau) * Career Fairs and Job Workshops*Better
Your Own Body Alcohol Education*Family Suppers*3-Day Afternoon Summer Camp*Liberty
Partnership Program*Newfield Youth Services Committee, Kim Tilton, Chair
Trumansburg/Ulysses Job Matching/Youth for Hire Programs *Job Readiness Workshops
Big Friend/Little Friend* Super Sitters Training*Lawn and Landscape Training * Better Your
Own Body Alcohol Education*After-School Skills for Living Programs*Peer Players
Community Jobs Resource Manual* Playground Ambassadors *Outings Program(Niith Ithaca
Youth Bureau) *,Fit is It!Health Camp*Prime Time Teen Conference* Trwnansburg'UIvsses
Youth Commission,Ifichel Vonderveidt, Chair
Caroline Friday Teen Programs*Family Workshops*Outings * Super Sitters Training
Youth Employment*Caroline Youth Commission
A staff of eight CCETC Program Managers work in community-based setting's to develop
programming that meets the needs of at-risI:youth,while maximizing the involvement of local volunteers.
Community needs determined by youth,parent,school,and community surveys help to shape program
objectives. Local youth commissions advise and monitor program activities,with youth input encouraged.
Helping You Put Knowledge to Work
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County
in collaboration with the Tompkins county Youth Bureau
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The concept was developed to provide more equitable service to rural communities
outside the Ithaca City School District since so many programs are targeted to this
district serving half the students in the County. The County Youth Bureau reviewed
where current programs were providing services, surveyed local officials and
volunteers as well as school staff about their priorities, held 6 community forums
across the County to discuss the kinds of services communities wanted for youth who
were often hard to serve in youth commission programs and through regular school
programming. The Vouchers would enable local communities to identify the
specialized services they would like to have available to youth in their community
while centralizing the planning, contract management, and administration
responsibilities at the County Youth Bureau.
Pilot Project:
A pilot project to develop guidelines and to test the concept will be held in 1998, based
on the results of the pilot, the County Youth Bureau would recommend a more detailed
proposal. Two communities who have a high concentration of need and are receiving
less than their fair share of services were selected; Groton &Newfield. Each
community will have $7,500 worth of vouchers to be used in a limited way for 1998.
In order to decide whether to dedicate a portion of funds to support Community Option
Vouchers for 1999-2001, the planning and implementation must begin as soon as
possible.
Next Steps:
1) Each community must develop a team of individuals that include school,
commission, and community volunteers to make decisions regarding community
vouchers.
2) This group must identify what specialized services they want to have available to
youth in their community who have complex needs.
- Funds will be used by the Youth Bureau to purchase supplemental services
from qualified not-for-profit agencies willing to offer specialized youth services
"a la carte".
-Funds can not be used for capital projects, recreation, individual treatment
services or youth development services.
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3) Participate in gathering feedback to determine how satisfied youth and referral •
sources are with the services.
4) Provide feedback to the Tompkins County Youth Board and or Resource Allocation
Committee about the community option voucher pilot.
The Funds can be used to address the following themes:
Based of feedback from communities the TCYB has selected four areas that services
can be purchased from for the pilot project. These areas are Mentoring/Employment,
Youth Responsibility/Empowerment, Outdoor Adventure, and Support for Parents.
Sample menu of "a la carte" services.
Mentoring/Employment
✓Additional apprenticeships in the Learning Web's Stipended Apprenticeship program
-'Purchase slots for youth in County Conservation Corps
✓A youth-youth Mentoring program ;
✓ Expanded training for high school students already involved in peer mentoring program
?✓ Slots in the Mechanical Allstars program for Fall 1998
?Time to develop inter-generational program(would require ability to continue services)
? ✓Municipal Jobs Program slots from IYB
Youth Responsibility/Youth Empowerment
? Adult advisor for a youth empowerment& responsibility project (could include help
developing youth center or alcohol/drug free events)
✓CHOICES program for referred youth to learn consequences of and choices in personal actions
? A time-limited cycle of a service-learning project
Outdoor adventure
? Summer outings program for elementary, middle or high school for referred youth
✓Forestry workshop for referred youth
✓Cayuga Nature Center ropes course for referred youth
Support for parents
? Parenting skills workshops or home-based parent support for limited number of families
✓Parent-child retreat on talking to youth about sexuality or other selected topics
✓ Short term educational group for teens who use substances and/or their parents
✓ = possible programs which could be available with some negotiation
? = possible programs which would require program development, finding sponsors, price
negotiation and tailoring to meet nei-c¢
• GROTON YOUTH SERVICES -MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
1997 ANNUAL REPORT
SUMMARY:
Groton Youth Services provides educational,recreational,and cultural activities to Groton
youth and their families. The program seeks to address the community identified needs of
these youth by planning and implementing a wide variety of programs and activities. The
Groton Youth Commission provides program direction and contracts with Cornell Coop-
erative Extension of Tompkins County for program development and oversight. The
youth program manager works closely with school personnel in order to provide a co-
hesive network which will enhance programs for youth as well as provide them with a
comprehensive support system.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS &DEVELOPMENTS:
1) Super Sitters-babysitter training program-This course offers specialized training to
those who seek employment by caring for young children. Six week course serving 14
youth. 9 village;5 town.
2) Concerned Students Group- This program offers youth an opportunity to discuss con-
temporary issues that they have identified as being critical or influential to their school and
peer experiences. Guest speakers,videos,and special presentations are used to enhance the
program. In total, 15 youth were served. 8 village;7 town.
3) Youth Employment Service/Job Readiness -This program matches youth with job re-
quests from people and businesses in and around the community. Special services are also
made available to the community by the students-i.e. babysitting,snow shoveling,yard work,
etc. In addition, volunteer opportunities,apprenticeships,and other stipended positions are
often found working with area agencies such as the Liberty Partnership Program. 71 youth
served. 34 females;37 males.
4)Peer Players-This program is a theatre group that explores youth issues through skits,
interactive role plays, and theatre games. 10 youth served. 6 village;4 town.
5) Joint Programming-(evening/weekend programs)-This program provides specialized
workshops for youth and their families in the community. Each event is designed to pro-
vide a wide range of educational and cultural experiences. These programs have been
offered in conjunction with the Groton Public Library and the EvenStart program four
times a year.
6) Summer Program- This program consisted of different day camps, 3 field trips, 3
community events, and opportunities to participate in a wide variety of educational, cult-
ural, and fun activities.
6) Summer program continued
Program breakdown:
a)Weird Science- 16 youth
b)Movers& Groovers- 15 youth
c) Super Sitters- 14 youth
d) Cooks A' Poppin' - 17 youth
e) Crafty Kids- 15 youth
f)Theatre For You! - 13 youth
g)Kids Are Fit! - 10 youth
h) Syracuse Museum of Science&Technology-24 youth
1) Storytelling wl Regi Carpenter- 30 youth and adults
j)WSTM-Newschannel 3 - 25 youth
k)Dr. Volts- science show-3 5 youth and adults
1) Tin Can Fantasy Factory-65 youth and adults
m) Cortland Repertory Theatre- 25 youth and adults
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PROGRAMS:
DRUG QUIZ SHOW: held on February 5th @ Ithaca Holiday Inn
-Our team won the event and are now Regional Champions!
-They won a beautiful trophy and a prize package consisting of a limo ride to Old Port
Harbor for dinner, a movie at Hoyt's Cinema, ice cream at Friendly's, and a dance for the
entire middle school in their honor.
-the"Night on the Town"was held on Friday,February 27th
-the team now advances to State competition in Syracuse on Friday, March 27th
TEEN PARENTING GROUP-meeting every Monday in the EvenStart Family Resource
Room- elementary school @ 3:00 p.m.
CAREER AWARENESS GROUP-meeting during 8th per. study hall
-I0 sixth grade students- 6 girls;4 boys
-began February 24th and will continue thru I st week in April
BANANA SPLITS-support group for children from divorced or separated families
-I will be running a group for 4th grade students beginning this month at the elementary
school.
-Presently, working out the details w14th grade teachers as per best time to meet during
the day.
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
-several requests for babysitting list
-notices and flyers beginning to come in for summer jobs in the area
GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER- 1/7/98
MEETINGS/EVENTS:
-12/17- School-to-Career mtg. @ High School Library - 3:15 p.m.
PROGRAMS:
-Drug Quiz Show- meeting every Wednesday from 3:00-4:00 p.m 1vftY12 fcrL f�1'� R
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-met w/Mr. Klump & 6th teachers on 12/17 for final detail approval
-program will begin after mid-terms in January
-One-to-One Programming- ongoing basis
-daily as needed
-Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00 p.m
• -Teen Pregnancy/Parenting Group
-Even Start Family Resource Room has been offered as a meeting place
-this may be more accessible to students as it is located in the elem. school
-Mr. Klumpp has given approval for the room to be used, and Mr. Amore will also be
contacted for approval.
-program will continue to meet during afterschool hours
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER- 12/3/97
MEETINGS/EVENTS:
-11/17-mtg. w/Fran Cherno-Cortland High School social worker- re: Teen Pregnancy/
Parenting Group
-11/19-PREP/SAS Advisory Committee @ T-S-T BOCES - 8:00-9:30 a.m.
-12/3-presentation by author Janet Bode who writes problem-solving books about the
issues confronting today's youth @ Middle/High School
PROGRAMS:
-Drag Quiz Show-meeting on a weekly basis-Wednesdays from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
-seven students in grades 7& 8
-Teen Pregnancy/Parenting Group
-1st mtg. planned for 12/15 @ 3:00 p.m. in the Nursing Facility Board Room
-One-to-One Programming- ongoing basis
-daily as needed
• -Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
-Career Awareness/Exploration Program(part of School-To-Work initiative)
-met w/Mr. Klumpp on 11/10-approved of the idea
-final details being planned w/6th grade teachers
-Youth Employment Service:
- 4 boys registered to be a part of the jobs list
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GROTON YOUTH COIVptIIISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER- 11/5/97
MEETINGS/EVENTS:
-10/8-School-To-Work Conference at TC3 - 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
-10/15-Teen Rally at Bowling Alley-3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
-10/21 & 10/22-conference:Current Trends in Substance Abuse-Holiday Inn Executive
Tower- 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
PROGRAMS:
-One-to-One-provided during the school day as well as every Tuesday afterschool from
3:00 -4:00 p.m.
-Drug Quiz Show- program examining the topic of substance abuse
-working collaboratively w/Eric Caron-middle school counselor
-seven students in grades 7 & 8
-meets every Wednesday until show in February
-Banana Splits- elementary school- support group for children from divorced or
. separated families
-working collaboratively w/Sharon Goskoski-school psychologist
-2nd& 3rd grades targeted w/groups beginning this month
-Teen Pregnancy/Parenting Group
-planning continued
-will meet on a weekly basis w/referrals from the high school
-mtg. 11/17 w/Fran Cherno-Cortland High School social worker-to discuss their
teen parenting program
-Sixth Grade Groups:
1) Career Awareness/Exploration program: part of School-To-Work initiative
-meet during study hall on weekly basis
-students selected by 6th grade teachers
-I IA0-meet w/Mr. Klumpp for final approval
*-see curriculum manuals
2)Peer Groups-social issues/life skills exploration
-approached by 6th grade counselor as program possibility t
-would meet during study hall period
-Youth Employment Service:
• -several requests for babysitting list and leaf raking jobs
• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER — 10/1/97
9/24-attended first School-To-Work team mtg.of school year-3: 15 p.m. at
High School
-will be attending day-long conference on 10/8 at TC3
Programs Currently Working On:
Banana Splits- these groups will be planned & co-facilitated w/Sharon
Goskoski , school psychologist
Teen Pregnancy/Parenting Support Group-contacted Meg Proulx at the
Family Health Network to inquire about the use of a conference room
for meeting place
-spoke w/Michele Hughes ,Dir. of Counseling--school will make referrals
and encourage participation
-program will provide a forum for education,discussion, resource re-
ferrals,presentations,etc.
Community Action Teens Event-Bowling Alley-10/15-3 :00-5:00 p.m.
This will provide a forum for youth to find out about youth services,
. sign-up for programs ,and have fun. Joint effort w/Wendy.
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KIM BATZER - 9/3/97
SUMMER PROGRAM RE-CAP:
Super Sitter§.- 18 youth
Movers & Groovers-17 youth
.Cooks A' Poppin' -19 youth
Crafty Kids-16 youth
Theatre For You-15 youth
FIELD TRIPS:
Syracuse Museum of Science & Technology/Silverman Planetarium-
24 youth; 2 adults
WSTM-Newschannel 3 - 25 youth; l adult
Cortland Repertory Theatre - 18 youth;? adults
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Storytelling w/Regi Carpenter
Science Experiments w/Jim Hardesty (Dr. Volts)
Tin Can Fantasy Factory
-All events were well attended by 50+ youth and adults .
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KIM BATZER - 8/6/97
SUMMER PROGRAM UPDATE:
WEIRD SCIENCE-paper making;storm drain stenciling;nature-based
activities(i.e.-energy game,examining creatures & their habitats,
studying plant life & the ecosystem) ;pollution;identifying water
organisms
SUPER SITTERS
7/14-Karen Coleman-Tompkins Co. Youth Bureau-stages of develop-
ment;age appropriate games and activities
7/21-Tina Foster-Coop. Ext. EFNEP program-safe food handling/germ
box;safety in the kitchen;serving sizes;making healthy snacks-
snack kabobs & raisin bars;making face paint;body tracings
7/28-basic nutrition and the food pyramid;poison identification;
making play-doh;making no-bake cookies;nutrition jeopardy game
8/4-Sue Mandrino-Village of Groton paramedic-First Aid
• 8/11-responding to emergency situations and fire safety
MOVERS & GROOVERS
7/15-Jackie Cruikshank-Cortland Fitness Center-aerobics
7/22-bowling-Smith Corona Club
7/29-bowling
8/5-Sue Grill-Tae Kwan Do/Self-Defense
8/12-Sue Grill-" If
COOKS 'A` POPPINI
-presented w/Tina Foster-Coop. Ext.
-preparing dishes from around the world
-falafel-Egypt
-stuffed shells & antipasto-Italy
-German potato salad & kielbasa/sauerkraut casserole-Germany
-taco salad & corn bread-Mexico
-barbecue-America
-nutritional information,food origins,cultures of countries,and
related food games incorporated throughout
CRAFTY KIDS
7/10,7/17,7/24-basket weaving w/Linda VanAlmelo
7/31-poetry stones,bead art,bubble blowers w/Jackie Cote
8/7,8/14-dream catchers & origami paper folding w/Joan Tillapaugh
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-presented by Jane Sprague
-created masks/explored techniques for acting with masks;miming;
explored the use of "clown white" make-up in theatre;exploring
sound effects & incorporating them into performances;puppet-
making;creating story lines & plots;performing skits & role-
plays
FIELD TRIPS/SPECIAL EVENTS
7/16-storytelling w/Regi Carpenter-30 people attended(youth &
adults)
7/23-Newschannel 3 WSTM-24 youth;2 adults
7/30-science experiments w/Dr.Volts-27 people attended(youth &
adults)
8/6-Tin Can Fantasy Factory
8/13-Cortland Repertory Theatre-Guys & Dolls
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10.03 AM - 12 :00 NOON G GT1N FIRE HALL
Ages 8 - 10 G 3 :G'G P
Horne-grown experiments Ades 2 a 1
and strange (hut trui) Child-care skills
discoveries about the and safety tips for
natural 'world! boys and ;girls , t
prepare there for jobs
'dues ul $ • August 12 s super ha y i tier !
ouvers & Groovers Coops 'A Poppin
GROTON FIRE HALL GROTON FIRE HALL
13:GG Ail _ 1 : CG NON 1 :GG - :GG Pt
Ages 10 _ 4 Ages 10 - 1
Move your feet to the Learn to snake healthy
musical heat! whether you 're snacks and meals . Dazzle
n athlete or' a dancer, come your family and friends
and explore martial arts , with dishes from around
slinky steps , howlino, and snore ! the world ,
Wednesdays July 9 - August 13
Afternoon Meld",grips Get Out and o (See last page.)
Special Events in the Park for All Groton bout 1 04 3:0
July 16 .Falconry July 30 Magic August 6 Tin Can Fantasy Factory .
fty i Thursdays ul 10gust 14
T L L Theatre for ou!
G:GAS _' 12 ; NOON
Ages 11 - 14 RGT N FIRE HALL
1 .00 - 3 -0 P
Create artful and useful Aries 10 - 14
objects (baskets , vases , .earn the tricks and
every rugs) to decorate your room!
° techniques of acting and
creating skits !
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Kids are Fit
ROT N FIRE HALL , 10 :00-12 :00 NOON , Ages 8-10
Kick up your heels , crop hoard's, in two , stay fit!
Groton Youth Services
1997 Summer Fun Program
egtrat%ealth Form
Return this form to: Youth Services Program Manager
Groton Central School, 400 Peru Read'
Groton, New York 13073
REGISTRATION IS LIMITED!
ALL ACCEPTED REGISTRATIONS WILL BE CONFIRMED!
FILL OUT A ';SEPARATE SHEET FOR EACH YOUTH .
CHECK BELOW:
WEIRD SCIENCE , 8-10 years SUPER SITTERS, 1 -15
July 7-Aug 11 July ' 7-Aug 11
HOOVERS & GROOV RS, 10-14 years COOKS 'A PGPPIN , 10-14 years
July 8- Aug 1 duly 8-Aug k12
CRAFTY KIDS, 11-14 years THEATRE FOR Yeti! 1 -14 'years
July 1 -Aug 14 duly 10-Aug 1
KIDS ARE FIT, 8-10
LAST NAME FIRST NAME duly 11 -Aug 15
STREET ADDRESS TOWN ZIP
PHONE(HOME) (WORK) C ILD''S .AGE
{ALE ' FEMALE SCHOOL PARENT/GUARDIAN
PARENT/GDARDIAN ' ADDRESS PHONE '
if different from above if different froth above
ALLERGIES/MEDICAL CONDITIONS ::
EMERGENCY CONTACT PERSON
ADDRESS: P10NES
I give permission for emergency first aid I waive any claims against
Groton Youth Commission or any of its parent organizations except claims
arising from' gross negligence or willful acts that may wise from part-icipation
in he ' activities o the Commission. I understand that reasonable measures
will be taken to' i'n ure the health and safety of . participants , and that I
and/or my emergency contact will be called in the event of an emergency.
The Groton Youth Commission may /may not use photos of my child for
Youth Services publicity purposes . PARENT/'OUTUDIAN SIGNATURE
DATE
You must read and sign this fort , and return it before the program
start date to the Youth Program Manager at the address above . Absolutely
no child will be allowed to participate without signed 'permission.
Questions can be referred to im Batzer, Youth Program Manager, 898,-5801
Get Out and Go'
Field Trips 1997
Registration Form
Field Trips on Wednesdays require pre-registration. Only a limited number of youth and adults
can participate, so register EARLY.
A$2,00 contribution per participant is required to help cover transportation costs and fees FOR
EACH TRIP.
Check off below which trips your youth will attend and total number of people you are sending.
July 9: Syracuse Museum of Science&Technology/ Total#
Silverman Planetarium FOR AGES 8 AND UP
July 23:WSTM Newschannel 3-Syracuse
FOR AGES 8 AND UP
Aug. 3.Cortland Repertory Theatre-Guys&Dolls,musical
(8:00 pm. performance)FOR AGES 12 AND UP
I enclose a check payable to GROTON YOUTH C SSION for at$2 each x
9 people
#trips Total enclosed
PARENT/GUARDIAN__
ADDRESS
PHONE(S
EMERGENCY NAME AND NUMBER(S
Youth Name:
Youth Name:
Youth Name:
I give permission for my son(s)/daughter(s)to receive emergency first aid medical treatment.
Allergies and/or other medical conditions(specify youth's name):
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
Bus will leave Groton Memorial Park at 12:00 p.m. on July 9 and 23. Bus will leave Park at
7.'00p.m on Aug. 13.Return times will be announced prior to each trip.Bring your own snacks.
To register for field trips only, return this form w/your check to: YOUTH PROGRAM MGK
GROTON CENTRAL SCHOOL,400 PERT RD.,GROTONN.Y. 13073
• BETTER YOUR OWN
BODYALcOHOL
EDUCATION PROGRAM
' 96-'97
i
Cornell Cooperative.Extension of Tompkins County
i 615 Willow Ave.
Ithaca, NY 14850
BYOB funded through Tompkins Coun y STOP.DWI
Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education Program '96-'97
• PROGRAM SUMMARY
The Better Your Own Body program of the'96-'97 school year for Tompkins County
was a success. This was the program's first year under the Rural Youth Services
project of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. The program
underwent some changes this year, in an effort to revitalize the curriculum and to
spark interest in the local communities. Among some of the changes:
• Involving the school-based Rural Youth Program Manager of each community
to assist in recruiting Teen Educators and helping with the overall effectiveness
of the program in each of their respective towns.
• Updating and re-invigorating the program and materials,with elementary
school presentations starting in january'97.
• Including the Ithaca City Schools in our program delivery zone.
• Making BYOB available to after-school programs.
• Making the program available to groups and organizations throughout the
summer.
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PROGRAM STATISTICS
• BYOB was offered to every 4th and Sth grade class in Ithaca, Newfield,
Trumansburg, Dryden, Lansing, and Groton.
• Teen Educators (sophomores, juniors,and seniors) were vigorously recruited in
all of the above mentioned communities.
• BYOB was delivered to 20 classrooms and 4 after-school programs in a two-
session, two hour format.
• 39 Teen Educators were recruited and trained for the program.
• Teen Educators were required to attend 2 training sessions, each lasting 4
hours, as well as a preperation session before each presentation..
• Approximately 400 children received the BYOB program.
Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education Program '96- 97
PROGRAM COMMENTS
As professionals who have spent several years working in schools and with children, it
was a pleasure to be the coordinators of a program such as this. BYOB is beneficial at
so many different levels! Not only does it give excellent information on alcohol and
provide good decision-making strategies for fourth and fifth graders, but it also provides
the high school students who present the program with opportunities to learn about
and promote the importance of substance abuse prevention. The teaching experience in
the fourth and fifth grade classrooms also provides basic job-readiness skills to these
teens as educators and group facilitators.
Several teens trained as Teen Educators have, in fact, expressed solid interest in
employable futures within the field of education,as a result of their participation in
BYOB.
Robert Willey Barbara Hopkins
• Coordinator,BYOB Program Coordinator, Rural Youth Services
•
Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education Program '96- 97
All classroom teachers were asked to provide us with a confidential
evaluation of how they viewed the BYOB program. Some of their
comments follow:
"The Teen Educators were well prepared, had a
pleasant manner, and were assertive in keeping
control of the class:'
"The idea of having high school students along with
a professional from CCE is excellent!"
"The young children see the Teen Educators as role
models:'
"The high school students are excellent role models'
"The program was very interesting and relevant to
• the laves of fourth graders:'
"The Teen Educators presented material clearly and
related well to the students:'
"The program provides a nice range of activities, and
has a nice pace to it:'
"The teens did an excellent job of switching
activities, keeping the discussion flowing, listening,
and answering questions. They were GREAT!"
"I was extremely pleased with this program:
"This prom ram correlates well with our health
curriculum:'
"These Teen Educators were the best high school
students I have had in this program to date:'
i
• Better Your Own Body
Alcohol Education Objectives
After each program presentation, these are
the 4 main objectives that will be achieved
with the students:
- Students will become aware of alcohol's
•
effect on how the body feels and functions.
- Students will learn what happens to alcohol
when it is ingested.
-Students will understand the social
consequences involved with using alcohol.
- Students will practice and develop healthy
decision-making strategies.
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• Program Report
Wendy S6illington
Mystery Poods was a great sueeess. Tina Poster from Cooperative Extension provided hands
on education to a group of 20 students in first through third grades. Due to the large
enrollment we divided the group into two sections, this worked well.
Swim Club was a lot of fun for all 198 participants. This popular activity served youth in
grades first through sixth. I am grateful for the support of parents and community
volunteers,their assistance enabled us meet the needs of a large group of children. I am
also thankful for the use of a school bus and driver.
Move`n Groove to the Beat is going well. We are half way through our six week program.
We have enjoyed Country Line Dancing and Belly Dancing. There are 11 youth in grades
4 and 5. Had week we are looking forward to a visit from the Latin Tops Jr.'s.This group
of young dancers will be traveling from Ithaca to demonstrate and teach us the meringue.
We have a special snack planned for their visit. It should be an exciting cultural exchange.
.lust a reminder that we are sponsoring a family Contra dance on Wednesday, April 16
from 7- g:30 p.m. at the elementary school. We will have a cal er atie Neine) 'and
a 10-IS piece band (friends and Neighbors). Please write this date on your calendar it will
be a very special night.
Art Stars will begin next week. Local artist Joan Tillapaugh will provide creative art projects
for youth. The program is offered to boys and girls in 3rd and 4th grades. The first two
weeks we will be making masks. This should be a messy but fun experieoee. The third week
we will be going on a field trip to the Johnson Art Museum where facilitator Barbara
Hopkins will lead us through an activity focusing on landscape paintings.
Having our own room has been extremely useful. The students are now accustom to gather
in room 20. It has really cut down on the confusion. It is much easier for me as I do not
have to lug supplies back and forth each time we meet. I am grateful to Joe Amore for the
elementary school's support in providing this space.
• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL-4/2/97
MEETINGS/EVENTS:
-3/6-Community Links-Youth&Family Issues mtg.-9:30 a.m.-District Office
-3/7-"Better Your Own Body" Alcohol Education Program-4th grade presentation-
12:00-1:00 p.m.-Elementary School
-3/10-Communities for Children/Community Links mtg.-2:30 p.m.-High School
-3/11-Community Links-Youth&Family Issues mtg.-1:00 p.m.-District Office
-3/25-Community Links-Youth&Family Issues mtg.-7:00 p.m.-District Office
-3/26-TV and Me:The Media Message-EvenStart Family Resource room-7:00 p.m.
-12 people attended
-4/5-Youth Leadership Conference-Trumansburg-9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
-4/102'Cars, Concerts,and Curfews"-Public Library-7:00 p.m.
*see attached flyer*
PROGRAM UPDATES:
-PEER PLAYERS GROUP:
• -Lena Bertone-guest presenter
-3/17-monologues & improvisations on problem-solving
-CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP:
-topic:Freedom& Responsibility
-videos:Setting Goals:The Road to Achievement
The Emancipation of Lizzie Stern
-YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE:
-several requests for babysitting list
-yard work position
-Ithaca Youth Bureau-summer positions y
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Groton Youth Se rvices,
The Groton Youth Commission,
and The Groton Public Library
Present
Cars, Concerts Curfews .
A guided discussion and model for negotiating safe and
reasonable expecations with teens for driving the car and
for attending or hosting other social activities
(a presentation of the Community Awareness Family Education Series of T S-T BOCES)
Thursday, 10th
7:00 P.M.
Groton Public Library
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Charge! Evening for Parents
and Teens!
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RURAL YOUTH SERVICES
a collaboration o
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins punt;
and
The Tompkins County Youth Bureau.
and
Five Municipalities of Tompkins County
Dryden Special-deeds Horseback Riding . Time-to-Talk "been Mentors .
After-School Skills for Living Programs . 'Super Sitters Training Family
Events . Outings Program and Conservation Corps (with Ithaca Youth Bureau) .
Liberty Partnership Program . Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education . Job
a
Matching . Prime Time "Teen Conference. 5-Day Summer Morning Camp .
Dryden youth Commission, Steve Kirsch, Chair
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Groton After-School Skills for Living Programs . Peer Players (role playing
contemporary issues) . Banana Splits . Middle School Dro very . Concerned
Students . Super Sitters Training •' Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education .
4-:dull Day Summer Camp . Field 'Trips . Job Matchers . Groton o t r
L ism Peer Players . In-School Discussion Series . After-School Skills for
Living Programs Fund Raising Suppers . High School Helpers . Better Your
Own Beady kohl Education . Field Trips . 5-Day Summer Morning Camp .
Cuttings Program (with' Ithaca Youth Bureau) . Individual Support Sessions .
Lansing Yrh Services 'Committee, Vicki R ning r and Deb per; Co-Chairs
Newfield Big gland/Kittle Friend . Banana Splits $ Individual Support
Sessions . Outings'Program and Conservation,Corps (with Ithaca "Youth Bureau) .
Career Fairs and Job Workshops . Better Your Own Body Alcohol Education .
Job Matchers . 3-Day Afternoon Summer r Camp . Liberty partnership Program .
Newfield `c t Services Committee,, Chip Rqv Chair
Job Matching/Youth for Hire programs . Job
Workshops * Big Friend Litt Friend , Super SittersTraining . BetterYour Own
Body Alcohol Education . After-School Skills for Diving Programs gran s . Peer
Player . playground 'Ambassadors . Outings Program (with 'Ithaca Youth
Bureau) . "r man r, lQys. s Youth Commission, Michel Vonderweidt, Chair
Groton Youth Services and the
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present
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• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT-3/5/97
KIM BATZER-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
MEETINGS/EVENTS:
-2/6-Communities for Children Project/Community Links mtg.-10:00 a.m.
-2/11-Community Links-Youth&Family Issues mtg.-1:00 p.m. @ District Office
-2/25-Community Links-Youth&Family Issues mtg.-7:00 p.m. @ District Office
-3/26-TV& Me Program-EvenStart Family Resource Rm.-7:00 p.m.@ Elementary School
-4/10-"Cars,Concerts,and Curfews"-Community Awareness Family Education Series-BOCES
-a guided discussion and model for negotiating safe and reasonable expectations with
teens for driving the car and for attending or hosting other social activities
-7:00 p.m. @ Public Lim
PROGRAM UPDATES:
-PEER PLAYERS GROUP-
-Lena Bertone-guest presenter
-3/3-skits& role plays focusing on gossip,rumors, friendship,and being accepted by peers
-CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP-
-new topic: Freedom& Responsibility
-YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE-
-several requests for babysitting list
-local farm job
-BETTER YOUR.OWN BODY ALCOHOL EDUCATION PROGRAM-
-4th grade classroom presentation on 3/7 from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Groton Youth Services and the
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• present
JLIV and ME;
The m e dia
Messages about growing up,
consumerism, and self-esteem
Wednesday, March 26th, from 7:00
- 8:30PM c� the Groton
Elementary School - Room 8,
EVEN START Resource Room
Adults and youth, age 9 and up
welcomed!
Ch ildcare prov ided!
• FREE of Charge'.
A program of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County
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•
GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL-2/5/97
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MEETINGS/EVENTS:
-1/11-"Special Saturday" @ Public Library
TV and ME:THE MEDIA MESSAGE
-1/14-PREP/SAS Advisory Council mtg. @ BOCES
-1/14-Community Links-Youth & Family Issues mtg. @ District
Office
-1/21-Annual Report for Philanthropy Committee completed
*see attached*
PROGRAM UPDATES:
PEER PLAYERS GROUP
-Lena Bertone-guest presenter;actress-Fire House Theatre
-2/3-workshop on improvisational skills related to real-life
situations
CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP
-1/29-Cat Tague-Ithaca Rape Crisis Center
-made "feelings" t-shirts on topic of violent crime/assault
-t-shirts will be displayed on The Commons in Ithaca during the
month of April-"teen clothesline"
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE/JOBS GRANT
-several requests for babysitting list
-Super-Star Snow Shovelers-students continuing to sign-up
-500 postcards mailed from Village office
• GROTON YOUTH SERVICES-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
1996 ANNUAL REPORT
SUMMARY:
Groton Youth Services provides educational,recreational,and cultural activities to Groton
youth and their families. The program seeks to address the community identified needs of
these youth by planning and implementing a wide variety of programs and activities. The
Groton Youth Commission provides program direction and contracts with Cornell Coopera-
tive Extension of Tompkins County for program development and oversight. The youth pro-
gram manager works closely with school personnel in order to provide a cohesive network
which will enhance programs for youth as well as provide them with a comprehensive support
system.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS & DEVELOPMENTS:
1) Groton Public Library Joint Programming(evening/weekend programs)-This program pro-
vides community events for youth and their families. Each event is designed to provide a
wide range of educational and cultural experiences. These programs take place four times
. per year.
2) Concerned Students Group- This program offers youth an opportunity to discuss contemp-
orary issues that they have identified as being critical or influential to their school and peer
experiences. Guest speakers,videos,and special presentations are used to enhance the pro-
gram. In total, 15 youth were served. 6 town;9village.
3) Super Sitters-babysitter training program-This course offers specialized training to those
youth seeking employment by caring for young children. Six week course serving 14 youth.
5 town;9 village.
4) Youth Employment Service/Job Readiness- This program matches youth with job requests
from people and businesses in and around the community. Special services are made avail-
able to the community by students- i.e. babysitting list,snow shoveling service. In addition,
volunteer opportunities,apprenticeships,and other stipended positions are often found
working with area agencies and organizations such as the Learning Web and Liberty Part-
nership. 64 youth served. 30 female;34 male.
5) Peer Players- This program is a theatre group that explores youth issues through skits,inter-
active role plays, and theatre games. 10 youth served. 5 town;5 village.
1 2
• 6) Summer Program- This program consisted of 6 different day camps, 3 field trips, 3 special
events, and opportunities to participate in a wide variety of educational,cultural, and fun
activities.
a) Scribbles N' Sketches- 16 youth
b)Peer Players - 14 youth
c) Fit Is It! - 13 youth
d) It Came From Planted Earth- I I youth
e) It's A Small World - 15 youth
f) Creative Expressions - 22 youth
g) Hangar Theatre- 25 youth
h) Burnett Park Zoo - 29 youth
I) St. Marie Among the Iroquois- 25 youth
j) "Olympic" Games - 50 youth
k) Tin Can Fantasy Factory - 65 youth
1) Snakes N' Stuff- 65 youth
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• GROTON YOUTH SERVICES-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
1996 ANNUAL REPORT
SUMMARY:
Groton Youth Services provides educational,recreational,and cultural activities to Groton
youth and their families. The program seeks to address the community identified needs of
these youth by planning and implementing a wide variety of programs and activities. The
Groton Youth Commission provides program direction and contracts with Cornell Coopera-
tive Extension of Tompkins County for program development and oversight. The youth pro-
gram manager works closely with school personnel in order to provide a cohesive network
which will enhance programs for youth as well as provide them with a comprehensive support
system.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS &DEVELOPMENTS:
1) Groton Public Library Joint Programming(evening/weekend programs)-This program pro-
vides community events for youth and their families. Each event is designed to provide a
wide range of educational and cultural experiences. These programs take place four times
• per year.
2) Concerned Students Group-This program offers youth an opportunity to discuss contemp-
orary issues that they have identified as being critical or influential to their school and peer
experiences. Guest speakers,videos,and special presentations are used to enhance the pro-
gram. In total, 15 youth were served. 6 town;9village.
3) Super Sitters-babysitter training program-This course offers specialized training to those
youth seeking employment by caring for young children. Six week course serving 14 youth.
5 town;9 village.
4) Youth Employment Service/Job Readiness-This program matches youth with job requests
from people and businesses in and around the community. Special services are made avail-
able to the community by students-i.e. babysitting list,snow shoveling service. In addition,
volunteer opportunities,apprenticeships,and other stipended positions are often found
working with area agencies and organizations such as the Learning Web and Liberty Part-
nership. 64 youth served. 30 female;34 male.
5)Peer Players- This program is a theatre group that explores youth issues through skits,inter-
active role plays, and theatre games. 10 youth served. 5 town;5 village.
• 6) Summer Program-This program consisted of 6 different day camps, 3 field trips, 3 special
events, and opportunities to participate in a wide variety of educational,cultural, and fun
activities.
a) Scribbles N' Sketches- 16 youth
b)Peer Players- 14 youth
c)Fit Is It! - 13 youth
d)It Came From Planted Earth- 11 youth
e)It's A Small World- 15 youth
f) Creative Expressions-22 youth
g)Hangar Theatre-25 youth
h)Burnett Park Zoo -29 youth
I) St. Marie Among the Iroquois-25 youth
j)"Olympic" Games- 50 youth
k)Tin Can Fantasy Factory- 65 youth
1) Snakes N' Stuff- 65 youth
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•
GROTON YOUTH SERVICES-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
1995 ANNUAL REPORT
SUMMARY:
Groton Youth Services provides educational,recreational,and
cultural activities to Groton youth and their families. The pro-
gram seeks to address the community identified needs of these
youth by planning and implementing a wide variety of programs and
activities. The Groton Youth Commission provides program direct-
ion and contracts with Cornell Cooperative Extension for program
development and oversight. The youth program manager works close-
ly with school personnel in order to provide a cohesive network
which will enhance programs for youth as well as provide them
with a comprehensive support system. A total of 414 youth were
served by Groton Youth Services.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS & DEVELOPMENTS:
• 1) Adopt-A-Grandparent Program- This program is designed to pro-
vide students and older Groton citizens residing in the Groton
Nursing Facility the opportunity to learn from one another and
socialize. Students make monthly visits to the facility. In
total, 16 youth were served-13 female;3 male. 8 village;8 town.
2) Concerned Students Group- This program offers youth an oppor-
tunity to discuss contemporary issues that they have identi-
fied as being critical or influential to their school and peer
experiences. Guest speakers,videos,and special presentations
are used to enhance the program. In total, 12 youth were
served-11 female;lmale. 5 village;7 town.
3) Groton Public Library Joint Programming- (evening/weekend pro-
grams) This program provides community events for youth and
their families. Each event is designed to provide a wide range
of educational and cultural experiences.
4) Banana Splits- This program is an elementary level support
group for children who are coping with the loss of a parent
through separation,divorce,or death. Co-facilitated with
school psychologists. In total,34 youth were served in grades
2,5,and 6.
•
•
5) Youth Employment Service- This program matches youth with job
requests from people and businesses in and around the communi-
ty. Volunteer opportunities,apprenticeships,and other sti-
pended positions are often found working with area agencies
and organizations such as the Learning Web and Liberty Part-
nership. 58 youth served-26 female;32 male.
6) "I'm Taking Care"- babysitter training program- This course
offers specialized training to those youth seeking employment
by caring for young children. Seven week course serving 15
youth-10 female;5 male. 7 village;8 town.
7) Summer Program- This program consisted of 9 different day
camps,7 weekly field trips,and opportunities to participate
in a wide variety of educational,cultural,and fun activities.
In total,269 youth were served.
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• KIM BATZER-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL-1/8/97
-CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP UPDATE:
-12/18-Cat Tague-Ithaca Rape Crisis Center
-assertiveness training workshop
-discussion about feeling safe,being aware,etc.
-planning a return date to do "feelings t-shirts"
-YOUTH EMPLOYMENT/JOB GRANT UPDATE:
-postcards have been printed and given to Chuck Rankin
-flyers distributed to teachers and throughout middle/high school building
-currently recruiting shovelers
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pre-employment skills, and find part-time and summer jobs. Please read
and sign the authorization below.
Parental or Guardian Authorization:
My child is interested in obtaining employment with one of the
prospective employers who call Groton Youth Services. I fully
understand that:
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2) There is no investigation of prospective employers or job
sites. It is my responsibility to check out the employment offered
to insure safety.
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on the job,it is not the responsibility of Groton Youth Services'
Youth Employment Service. If my child takes a part-time or summer
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• Movember Program Update
Prepared by Wendy Shiilington
December 911996
Staying Strong and Safe:
Girls in rides 5-7th ride ex lore personal safety an iseover the ower within. T
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young people have been exploring how karate and attitude help us stay safe. The girls have
been able to voice their concerns in lively discussions about harassment and put-downs.
We have had guest speakers from Pull Life Pitness-teaching us Kung Pu and Thi Chi. We
have had presenters from Ithaca Rape Crisis and The Child Sexual Abuse Project talking to
us about personal safety and self-esteem. We have had SheeNaun (a black belt Karate
instructor) teach us personal defense through Karate. There are 19 girls registered in this
program. Extension of the group has gone well, we had a visit from Karen Steffie of the
Alcoholism Council, we played a drug quiz with her and did impromptu skits identifying
levels of alcohol abuse. We will end our program with a special appearance of African
iDancers and snacks brought in by the participants
Pet Parade:
We have been exploring the animal worid with visits from a guiding eye dog and puppy,
Slinky, the ferret, Betsy the baby goat, a tiny bunny and a family cat. We are looking
forward to meeting a hedgehog, more family friends as well as a visit from Snakes-n-Stuff
on December 10th. The young people are really enjoying the program, they come weekly
with unbelievable energy and enthusiasm to learn. The group meets weekly for youth in
grades 9 &4-. Program runs from Tuesday, Movember 12 through Tuesday December
10. Twenty-two youth are registered.
Snakes-n-Stuff:
Dan Chase"S Reptile Zoo will be making a guest appearance on Thursday, December 5th. Youth in grades
1,2 and 5th. We will have an opportunity to discover the wonderful worid of reptiles and much, much more
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Prepared by Wendy Shillington
November 5, 1996
Staying Strong and Safe:
Girls in grades 5-7th grade explore personal safety and discover the power within. The
young people have been exploring how karate and attitude help us stay safe. The girls have
been able to voice their concerns in lively discussions about harassment and put-downs.
We have had guest speakers from Pull Life 1-itness-teaching us Kung 1-u and Thi Chl. We
have had presenters from Ithaca Rape Crisis and The Child Sexual Abuse Project talking to
us about personal safety and self-esteem. We have had SheeNaun (a black belt Karate
instructor) teach us personal defense through Karate. We have had a visit from 14 year
old,Tai demonstrating her skill in Karate. There are 19 girls registered in this program.
Due to the importance of the material as well as it's popularity I have extended this group
through December 4th.
Star Trippers:
iDrama and theater Games for young people in 2 &4 grades. We have been creating skits
based on real life circumstances. We are learning acting skills. We are having fun
playing theater games. Instructor.lane Sprague has been a delight to work with, she is
very turned into the needs of the young people. The program runs for six weeks, ending
Tuesday November S. t q y0U %
Pet Parade:
„Meet thrilling exotic and family pets. Learn how to care for ferrets, rabbits, dogs, kitties
and snakes." Meets weekly for youth in grades 2 &4. Begins Tuesday, November 12
through Tuesday December 10. Visits from a guiding eye dog, snakes and lizards, a
hedge hog and Slinky, the ferret have been arranged. In addition we have written a letter to
the State Police requesting a visit from their Canine unit. Twenty youth have pre-
registered. v't /I-
Snakes-n-Stuff:
Dan Chases Reptile Zoo will be making a guest appearance on Thursday, December 5th.
Youth in grades 4,9 and 6th will have an opportunity to discover the wonderful world of
reptiles and much, much mare! 10
• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT-11/6/96
KIM BATZER-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
-PEER PLAYERS-Middle School level theatre group
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-10/7,10/21,11/4,11/18,12/2,12/16-presentations w/Jane Sprague-local performer and
instructor w/a degree in theatre from the University of California at Los Angeles
-BETTER YOUR OWN BODY-Alcohol Education Program
-currently recruiting students-*see attached flyer*
-at present, 4 applications returned
-CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP/"MIDDLE SCHOOL MOVERS"
-meets 1 st and 3rd Wednesday of each month
-combining middle school students w/the existing high school group for enrichment
activities and one-on-one interaction---pilot program for future Big Friend-Little Friend
program
-identified topics of interest:
-peer pressure -media messages
• -substance abuse -prejudice& discrimination
-career exploration -relationships& dating
-communication skills -multi-cultural issues& diversity
-stress management -dealing w/grief& feelings of loss
-self-defense -self-esteem&personal well-being
-11/20-Cat Tague-Ithaca Rape Crisis-assertiveness training workshop
-YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
-several requests for the babysitting list
-winter jobs available at Cass Park
-farm job
-Ithaca Journal-paper delivery positions
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• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT-10/2/96
KIM BATZER-MIDDLE/SR. HIGH SCHOOL
-Open Houses:
-9/10-Sr. High
-9/11-Middle School
-passed out program flyers-(see attached)
-Concerned Students Group-grades 9-12
-organizational mtg.-9/25
-program will meet twice per month on Wednesday afternoons
-Peer Players-grades 6-8
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-program will meet twice per month on Monday afternoons
-Special Saturday at the Public Library-1 1/2
-topic:TV Messages
-time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
-I have spoken to Brad Pollack to begin forming Banana Splits groups. He will be coordinating
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Prepared by: Wendy Shillington May 3, 1996
The Yippity Yin Yang's have met every week in May. Activities
included outdoor recreation, community field trips, social skills
building and environmental education. There are nine participants in
4th grade and one mentorjhelper in eighth grade. The group has a
special end of the year event planned; we will be playing miniature golf
in Cortland.
The Mystery Foods group (students in 4th, 5th and 6th grade)
prepared a very special dinner for their parents and friends on
Thursday, May 2nd. The dinner was a great success, over 70 people
attended. The young people worked as a team to provided a delicious
meal of stuffed shells, salad and homemade bread sticks. I would like
to extend my appreciation to the youth commission members who
joined us for dinner.
• The Connections mentoring students have been assisting with
the after school groups. Many of these 7th graders are attending the
Times of Change program and are learning many useful concepts
related to growing up.
Times of Change: A special 7- week series about growing up is
being offered to young people in 5th- 7th grades. We are exploring
issues related to puberty and adolescence, the students are very
engaged in group discussions. We have had a great turn-out for this
group, 16 youth are registered. Several of parents of the young people
involved have joined us.
Summer planning is well underway. Special Events will include an
outdoor Olympics event co-sponsored with the public library, a
performance from the Tin Can Fantasy Factory and a visit from Snakes
-N-Stuff. The young people are eager to get the summer schedule and
application, I will begin to distribute them later this week.
. GROTON YOUTH COMMISION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER-6/5/96
CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP UPDATE:
-topic: Gossip &Rumors
-guest speaker-Barbara Hopkins-5/8 & 5/22-role piays,labeling activity,video,group discussion
-focused on how gossip & rumors affect many areas of our lives;examined different ways in
which rumors are started
ADOPT-A-GRANDPARENT PROGRAM UPDATE:
-5/13-George Davis-played harmonica and shared WWII stories w/residents and students
"PEOPLE EXPLORING ANIMALS" GROUP:
-fundraisers: bake sale held at the Bank
sold raffle tickets @ the Giants/Bills game on 6/1
BANANA SPLITS UPDATE:
-group has been focusing on feelings as well as integrating all topics covered in an effort to
provide a sense of closure before the end of the group
RECOGNITION AWARDS:
• -all youth service program participants have been presented with awards at assemblies held at
the school
-5/13-Changes and Choices:Helping Youth Learn About Sexuality-"Parent/Teacher"Night-
held in the Family Resource Center
-2 people attended
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Monday, May 13th
7 :00
Family Resource Doom. (Room 9)
Groton. Elementary School
Kim Batzer Barbara Hopkins
Groton Youth Services Cooperative Extension
of Tompkins County
Videos
resources
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Perspectives
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER-4/3/96
BANANA SPLITS UPDATE:
topics discussed to date:
-terminology-i.e. married,divorced,legally separated
-custody-i.e. physical,joint,primary
-family relationships-i.e. siblings, "step", "half",biological
-visitation- arrangements-i.e. vacations,holidays,moving
"PEOPLE EXPLORING ANIMALS" GROUP:
3/11-students discussed fundraising,field trips,etc.
-Shirley Kozlowski-Groton 4H Area Leader attended
4/15-next mtg. to be held from 3-4 p.m.
CONCERNED STUDENTS GROUP UPDATE:
topic: teen pregnancy/"reducing the risk"
3/27-video: He's No Hero - examines the responsibilities of males
in sexual decision-making
-discussion focused on peer pressure,stereotypes,and the
problems teens have developing positive relationships w/the
opposite sex
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE:
-summer positions available at Ramapo Anchorage Camp
-several requests for babysitting list
-summer positions available at Cornell Summer Day Camp
-general office work position available at Claritas in Ithaca
3/20-attended "How To Measure Social Skills" workshop at Coop.
Ext.-sponsored by County Youth Bureau
-discussed and examined ways to evaluate the success of teaching
social skills(i.e.-making friends,problem-solving,saying "no" to
drugs,etc. ) in programs
3/30-Youth Conference at Dryden High School
-4 Groton youth attended-grades 8-10 represented
Prepared by: Wendy Shillington April 2, 1996
The Ytvvitv Yin Yane's continue to meet every other Thursday.
Program activities for February included arts and crafts, social skills
exercises., and making ice cream. During April a Cornell University
intern presented interactive environmental education lessons. There
are nine participants in 4th grade and two mentorthelpers in 7th
grade.
The Mvstery Foods group meets every other Thursday above the fire-
hall. Students in 4th, .nth and 6th grades enjoy cooking foods from
around the globe. in addition, Tina Foster from the EFNEP program
offers exciting food experiments. There are 15 participants. The
youth are planning a special evening where we will make a spaghetti
dinner for parents and family members. The dinner is planned for "a
2nd at 5:30 above the fire hall. I would like to extend an invitation
`-f67`alro-Tfh—e youth commission members to join us. Please call Wendy
at home.* 539-6456 ifyou plan on attending.
The Connections mentoring group met on Feb. 13, the group of six
7th graders (and one 8th grader) enjoyed making Valentine cards. I a
presented a lesson on group leadership skill building. Utilizing their
cooperative skills the group is planning a special spring outing. The
group did not meet in February due to scheduling difficulties. They
will be assisting with the spaghetti dinner in May.
Sw im Club: This club has met during February and March on Tuesday
afternoons for swimming at the TC-3 pool in Dryden. The program is
offered to first through sixth graders on a rotating schedule. The
response has been terrific, we have had a total of 1+5 youth
participating. The program relies on volunteers and interns for
transportation.
Recruitment of Volunteers:
Our efforts in recruiting volunteers has been a big success'. We have
two mothers from t mm he co' who volunteer weekly for the swim
We have three female college interns who are providing support
for all of the after school groups, including teaching lessons on
environmental education. It would be helpful if we could recruit a mate
volunteer, the young people also need positive male role models.
Summary of Programs offered 1(95-12[95
• Prepared by: Wendy S. Shillington
Feb. 7, 1996
,January-,June 1995
The following after school programs met weekly.
Cra2v Cids Club:for youth in 4th and 5th grades, 15 participants.
Dream Catchers.for youth in 4th and 5th grades, 15 participants.
Peace Out People,_for 6th grade students, 11 participants.
Activities.included: environmental education, outdoor recreation
(fishing, ice skating, sports, hiking) arts &r crafts,(also field trips to the
Johnson Art Museum), swimming at TC-3, multi-cultural education,
bowling, social skills training, animalf pet care (SPCA), and the Child
Abuse Project presented a program about personal safety.
In addition I facilitated a Banana Splits group from March-,tune for
12 youth in 6th grade.
,July Er August 1995
Celebratina Diversity:for youth ages 10-14. Featured guest speakers
from a variety of cultures, The group learned about issues of
stereotyping, prejudice and appreciation of people who are different.
10 youth participated.
artici ated.
Creative Expressions,for youth ages 6-11. The program offered hands
on ark education. Topics explored included; photography, country line
dancing, painting with water colors, Native American sand art, tie
dying, drama-The Tin Can Fantasy Factory performed for an audience
of 60 people. 25 youth participated.
Fun., Food and Fitness:for youth ages 10-12. This program offered
experiential nutritional education, Cornell Cooperative Extension's
(CCE) Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
provided instruction and material. 12 youth participated.
Natural Wonders for youth ages 6-9. The youth explored the natural
world of snakes with a presentation from makes and Stuff. They
planted a carnivores terrarium with an education specialist from
Cornell Cooperative Extension. 20 youth participated.
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�1 The Following After School Groups were formed after extensive input
from the participants:
Gam :
Met weekly after school, offered 5-th and 6th graders a combination of
multi-cultural, environmental, arts and crafts, recreational, nutritional
and social skills education.
15 youth participated.
Yiani Yin Yana s
Met weekly after school, offered 4 graders a combination of multi-
cultural, environmental, arts and crafts, recreational, nutritional and
Social skills education.
12 youth participated.
Going Places
Offered youth in grades 1-3 bi-monthly recreational and educational
field -trips in Tompkins County. The following tripswere planned:
Tuesday October 31: Hollenbeck's Cider Mi11, Rt. 392, Virgil, NY.
Tuesday November 14: Ice Skating at The Rink in Lansing, NY.
Tuesday November 28: Wagon Ride at Marquis Farm, Freeville, NY,
Tuesday December 12: Johnson Art Museum, Cornell University.
10 youth participated.
Connections
A mentioning group for 7th graders, assisting with the younger
children in the after school groups. They provided role modeling for
the younger students. Monthly meetings and special events were
provided for the mentors.
9 youth participated.
Banana Stalits
I facilitated this group for five weeks. We met on Tuesday's during
lunch time. The program provided fifth graders support around issues
of family changes of divorce, separation, step-children( parents.
10 youth participated.
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ct vq assistants.
Due to 4et restrictions we are unable to hire a yrojram assistant, and s
e mrnuni� su ort is essential to meet the needs of Croton Elementary school youth.
Volunteers could assist Ott a monthly or weekly basis, or evenyresent a syeeia skill or
talent one time.
These are some activities we Will be fferin : arts and crafts, multi-cultural activities,
environmental education, nutritional ro ram , and social skillspup work, sorts,
recreation, and field trips- ice s ati , sir Inin t T - , Johnson Art Museum,
bowlinj andfarrn and town visits.
if you know anyone who could lend a hand,ylease see or'call Wendy shillington,
Youth Program manager, h e hone: 5 9- 56 , or leave a note in her mail
box at the Croton Elementary school. Craton Youth services areiates your
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November 1, 1995
October Program Update Prepared by: Wendy Shillington
After School Groups.
Group B meets Wednesday's 3-5pm. Offers fifth (5th) and sixth (6th)
graders a combination of Multi-Cultural, Environmental, Arts and
Crafts, Recreational, Nutritional and Social skills education. 15
participants enrolled, others on waiting list.
Group A "Yippity Yin Yang's meets Thursday's 3-5pm, offering fourth
(/+)graders a combination of Multi-Cultural, Environmental, Arts and
Crafts, Recreational, Nutritional and Social skills education. 12
participants enrolled, others being recruited.
_Going Places _
Youth in first (1) through third (3) grades are invited to join our
group called Going Places. This program provides bi-monthly
recreational and educational field trips in Tompkins County. We meet
on Tuesday's from 3-5:30 p.m. The following trips are planned for
1995:
Tuesday October 31: Hollenbeck's Cider Mill, Rt. 392, Virgil, NY.
Tuesday November 14: Ice Skating at The Rink in Lansing, NY.
Tuesday November 28: Wagon Ride at Marquis Farm, Freeville, NY.
Tuesday December 12: Johnson Art Museum, Cornell University.
Connections. m6,-�-a
A ra�ntng group for 7th graders, they are assistants, role models to
the younger children in the after school groups. Monthly meetings
special events planned for this group of nine (9) young people. This
has been going well, have been building important relationships with
younger children and as a,supportive group, is something special for
the 7th graders to be a part of.
Banana Spli s :
Have been meeting Tuesday's during lunch time, with a group of 10,
fifth graders to provide support around issues of family changes of
divorce, separation, step-children[ parents. Group is very respectful
and dedicated to the serious topic, they treat each other well.
Groton Youth Services Program
ANTICIPATED SUNTMER GET/EXPENSES
Seven weeks of morning and afternoon programs. M, Toes, Tours; Fri
Seven weeks of Wednesday afternoon field trips
1. Program Supplies 350.00
2, Stipends for Activity
Presenters 350.00
3. Salary for Program Assistant
[30 hours per week, @ 7 per hoar, 7 weeks]
$1587. 0 (Includes base salary of $1470 plus 8 ' FICA, etc*)
SUB-TOTAL $2287.60
PLUS $1295-.0 (field trips as planned)
. Field Trips
(Estimated at 50 people each)
GRAND TOTAL $3582. 0 FOR SUMMER PROGRAM
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• Wendy Shillington
October 4, 1995
Program Update
The following are activities I have engaged in during the month of
September:
Banana Splits
Program Planning, meetings with Kim, Psychologists and interns.
Recruitment- spoke with students, teachers, resource staff for Sixth
grade students.
Curriculum Development, coordinating with Psychologist Intern
After School Groups:
Implementation of two "Planning Parties"
Generation of Program ideas, resources and best schedule for
participants- 40 youth involved.
Correlation of data collected from planning sessions.
Program development based on ideas generated from student input.
Three After School groups planned:
1 "Going Places" Educational and Recreational trips for youth first
through third grade, meets BI-weekly.
2. Group A: (name to be decided by participants) A combination of
Multi-Cultural, Environmental, Arts and Crafts, Recreational,
Nutritional and Social skill education for youth in fifth and sixth
grade. Meets weekly on Wednesdays after school.
3. Group B: Same as above, servicing youth in fourth grade.
Peer Mentioning: A special program for a small group of 7th graders, in
transition, will provide support in exchange for assisting with After
School groups.
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Marketing
1 "Marketing" is the art of creating information about your program and sharing
that information with a specific audience.
The more informed people become 'of your program, the more interested
they are. The more interest they have in ,your program, the more protective
they will feel about it. They will want to keep it around for a lone time.
. Marketing is important;
- It will motivate people to support your agenda.
- It will generate more resources for your programs.
- It will help you become a more powerful partner in
your community's development.
- It will give your community a successful image, in the
eyes of outside towns and regions.
. Be aware that there are several audiences for your marketing efforts:
-- youth who participate in activities
- elected officials who make decisions about funding
- other organizations that can publicize your activities
in their own newsletters , bulletins, announcements
- newspaper and radio contacts
- the general community public, who can help support your
programs.
. Use every opportunity to promote your program, by word-of-mouth or by flier.
. Invite people to help. Let them know how they can help.
. Keep your image/logo consistent and simple.
. Use lots of action statements.
. Let people know what the benefits are to then as supporters of your program.
g. Identify and publicize the successes of your program activities - year-round:
Create an annual report with highlights of your ,year and photos. Fake this
with you when you attend other agency/organizational meetings.
IC< Be clear~ abort the roles and responsibilities of a commission member, and
how these differ from those of your contract agency (Cooperative Extension)
and the County Youth Bureau.
WHO CC I KNOW? , Talk with those folks about ,your program,
WHERE DO I C? Leave Materials and promote your program
wherever you go.
lw CAN I MAKE A DIFFERENCE? What are some marketing goals that make sense?
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1995-1996 PROPOSED PROGRAMS: GROT N YOUTH SERVICES
Elementary ElementAary School Junior/S nfor HA PI School
Combined School / Cd iz t ty
Banana Splits Pro=r ma: 1� ed A e
(graces 5 and i) C clip Sack to ]lature ,lob Skills Workshops: 4
Two After--School (Hands-on recycling ts) (20 youth each)
Groups; 1 youth Small. Group: 6 - 12 youth
each; Monthly 'Three After-School... Groups
Subject Areas Mentoring Youth/Peer Leadership (lil per group) ; 10--week.
and One Field 'Trip (7th and 6th graders - 15 youth) focus/interest:
per Month. Contemporary Issues ('Teen
Sat��rda ea. l�s. youth Issues Contemporary
Co unity Service,
and Resource Presenters/Once each
Multi -Culturalisrr nmRecreation)
Environmental Month, at the Library/Co-sponsored
r f l with other Youth Organizations (ie:
Arts
Arts &mC Arts Girl Scouts, etc,)-- }pen to Public Outdoor Education/Challenges
PerfRecreation: Outdoors Pla (Outing Program? Recreation
and Indoors Peer yers: `Theater Project at College interns? Community
Creative Problem-- the Secondary School, Information resource Presenters?) 2x per month
Solving on Substance Abuse & Prevention,
Programs Presented for Ages 10 & up fob-Match Service
(l0 youth)
Fund-Raisers: 3 Projects (grades 5
and p)
Why are Youth Services important for Groton?
+ To help youth face the challenges of today's world.
+ To show youth they can have fun while they are learning.
+ To show youth that the community cares about them.
+ To give youth a wide variety of programs to participate in, especially in a rural
community such as ours.
+ To prevent youth form having problems such as drug abuse and delinquency.
+ To provide support for those youth who may not have or rely on traditional support
systems i.e. family, school.
+ Because its important to keep youth-iatts-y% 1NLO 11
+ To give youth a choice of activities separate from school and home.
+ To offer opportunities to youth who may be more at risk or have fewer resources.
Why do I volunteer my time with the Groton Youth Commission?
+ I care about youth and their development.
+ Do something productive for the Town and to be active in my community.
+ To have my opinions about what is important for youth to be heard.
+ Because I grew up in Groton and I know what its like to be a youth in Groton.
+ Because I think its important for youth to have a positive influence on their lives and
the GYC can be that influence.
+ Youth are the future of our community.
+ The meetings and the Commission members are fun.
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AUGUST 7, 1995
TO: OLEY HOUGHTALING CHAIR
GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION
JANICE JOHNSON, SPECIALIST
TOMPKINS COUNTY YOUTH BUREAU
FROM: BARBARA HOPKIN§4, t"--,
COMMUNITY YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
RE: PROPOSED TRIP TO GROTON SUMMER PROGRAM
Wendy Shillington has asked that your visit to the Groton Summer Program
be changed, from August 17 to another date. The date you originally
selected is the very last meeting time for her Celebrating Diversity
group, and she had planned on some discussion/sharing among youth,
which, she feels, might not go smoothly if there are adults present
who are "new" to the small group of youngsters who've been
attending regularly.
Wendy has offered these other dates as alternatives to the 17th. Hopefully,
one of them will work for your respective schedules. Please call Wendy
at home (347-4838) or at Extension for clarification, if necessary.
Alternatives: August 10, Sykes Park 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Creative Expressions
August 11, Fire Hall 10:00 - 12:OOp.m. Fun, Food, & Fitness
August 18, Fire Hall 10:00 - 12:OOp.m. Fun, Food, & Fitness
August 17, Sykes Park 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Creative Expressions
You can give me or Wendy a call, to let either of us know when you'll
be participating in the program. Have fun!
cc: Wendy Shillington
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1 5 Summer Fun Program
July 5 - . u ,ut 1
M NDAY d l A ust 14
10:00 a.m. <- 12:00 noon SELF-DEFENSE: WALKINGi PRE
AGES 10 - 14 at the Fireball Learn basic techniques, while building
confidence and self-esteem. Conflict
resolution and assertiveness skills, too.
1:00 -° 3$0 p.m.
AGES 10 - 14 at the Park CAREER CAPERS
Come, explore a variety of fun and interesting
jobs' Learn from mechanics, magicians,
artists, and snake handlers what the world
of work is really like.
ESAYS .Tiny 11 - August' 1
10:CCU' - 12:CC neon JULY 11-25 ONLY BOWLING CANP
AGES 1 - 14 at the Smith Corona Club Recreational bowling,; with tips for
perfecting your 'game! Have fun; meet friends.
10. 0 - 12:00 noon AUGUST 1-13 ONLY POTTERY CLUB
AGES 10 - 14 at the Park Groton craftsman Jeremiah Donovan will open
his patter's studio/workshop for two
afternoons; a third will be spent shaping
clay statues and learning how to pinch-pot:
1:00 - :00 p.m. YOUTH IN ACTION:
AGES 10 - 1.4 at the Park Community-minded youth put their minds and
muscles to 'work for our neighborhood through
projects that make a difference in and
around to
WEDNESDAYE__IRII_I_Z,,Au ust 14 '. . ,Youth and helpful adults will visit out-
FIELD TRIP AFTERNOONS of town places of interest and. fun: Song
Leave from the Bark. Mountain, Bingh mton's Discovery Center,
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUI D. Cortland's 'Repertory Theatre, and elsewhere:
INFO TO COME IN THE SUMMER!
THURSDAYS CELEBRATE DIVERSITY
10:00 - 12:00 noon Explore a world of differences, and discover
AGES 10 - 14 at the Park more about your own unique heritage. Cultures
and backgrounds from near and afar will share
their customs and traditions.
AGES 6 -- 11 of the Park CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS '(for younger kids)
Learn by watching and doing! Photography,
crafts, music, drama,; and dance will be
explored.
MORE PROGRAMS ON THE NEXT PAGE!
iTHURSDAYS ; Lull - August
00 - 3 s 0 p.m. CERTIFIED SITTERS
AGES 12 -- 15 at the Fireball A<self-reliance program that teaches
basic, confident child-care skills for
competent babysitring and sibling care.
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4�:CMG 1 :GG t the Fireball dunk your food! Find out hew what
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AGES a a t you eat can help you run faster, jump
higher, and move smoother.
I s 00 - 3:00 p.m. JULY 7-21 ONLY NATURAL WONDERS 'for younger kids)
AGES 6 - 9 Find out how nature works for us! Meat-
eating plants, snakes, planet earth:
ground, sky, and grater' - explore our
natural:. ward,
SPACES ARE LIMITED FOR ALL SUMMER FUN PROGRAMS! SEE THE NEXT PAGE FOR
REGISTRATION INFORMATION.
ALL YOUTH PARTICIPATING IN MORNINGAND/OR<AFTERNOON PROGRAMS REONIRE A
SEPARATE REGISTRATION FORM.
EXCEPT FOR THE HORSEBACK RIDING PROGRAM OFFERED BY PATCHWORK RIDING CENTER
(SEE,BELOW), NO_ FEES ARE CHARGED FOR GROT N YOUTH SERVICES SUMMER FUN PROD IRS.
PLEASE DOTE THAT THERE IS ' O LUNCH SESSION. YOUTH MUST BE DROPPED OFF AND
PICKED UP BEFORE "TER CL MORNINGAND/OR AFTERNOON SESSION.
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at Patchwork Riding, :enter, Inc.
90 Cold Peruville Road
898-3808
Lorraine A. Fawcett, Director
Under a special: a.rrangemex t with Groton Youth Services Summer Fun
Program, Patchwork Riding Center, Inc. has agreed to provide lessons
and riding, all equipment provided, at a special group rate to
Groton Youth Services registrants.
If you are interested in providing horseback riding experience for your
child, complete this registration form and return to: Youth Services
Prn ram Dana er Gro a n C ntra Sch atal, 400 Peru Road, Groton NY 13073.'
You will be contacted by Patchwork Riding Center with fees and information.
All responsibility for horseback riding lies with Patchwork Riding 'Center, Inc
NAME OF YOUTH
STREET ADDRESS ` G14N ZIP
DATE OF BIRTH NAME OF SCHOOLS
RETURN FORK BELOW TO: YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM A ER, GROTON CENTRAL SCHOOL,
400-Yeru Road, Groton, NY 13073
GROTON YOUTH SERVICES 1995 S ER R }C RECIS R.AT �T NTH CR�S
REGISTRATION IS ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASF. All ACCEPTED YOUTH WILL
BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE. COMPLETE A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH YOUTH PARTICIPANT.
REGISTER MY YOUTH FOR: —SELF-DEFENSE:SE: 7A KINC PROUD! —CAREER CAPERS
BOWLING CAMP POTTERYCLUB YOUTH IN ACTION!
—CELEBRATE DIVERSITY —CREATIVE SSI NS —CERTIFIED SITTERS
FOOD, & FITNESS NATURAL WONDERS
Last Name First Name
Street Address Town/ Zip
Phcne o e) (Work)
Male Female Name of School
Allergies or other medical condition
Parent/Guardian Name
Parent' s Address ( if different from above)
Parent Phone ; f different from above ) Home W cr'
Emergency Contact:
Name
e
Address
Phone
Alationship to child
PARENTAL PERM SS claims Groton Youth
Commission or any of its parent organizatio s except claims s a isi'ng
from dross negligence or willful acts of the organization or its
agents that may arise from participation in the activities of the
Croton Youth Commission. 1 understand that reasonable measures will
be taken to insure the health and safety of participants : d that i
will be notified as soon as possible in she e7ent of an emergence
affecting such pazticiPants , in the event + cannot be reached in an
emergency, ! hereby authorize notification of the Physician
emergency care ;erscns to provide whatever emergency etc medical or
surgical treatment is necessary. The Grotin Youth Commission ,has tar
P10mission to use photographs in which my child a;pears for Youth
Services publicity.
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KIM BATZER-HIGH SCHOOL
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-Adapt-A-Grandparent program-last session changed to 6/5
-Concerned Students Group
-5/17-guest speakers:Mary Harvey & Pat Hess from BOCES-stress
management workshop
-current topic:Sexual Harrassment
-video:Teen Awareness:what Is Sexual Harrassment?
-Banana Splits
-topics discussed:moving/changes
step-families
visits/not seeing one parent
-5/15-observed by Mr. Amore
-Youth Employment Service
-yard work position-8th grade boy
-housekeeping positions @ Nursing Facility-2 girls applied(one
9th grade & one 12th grade)
-outdoor maintenance @ Nursing Facility
-several requests for babysitting list
-LenRock Design-12th grade boy
-5/23-mtg. w/Tracey Johnstone-Liberty Partnership Program-interns
for summer 3 %v �� Ky� u,� ,y gu tic
-summer asst. hired-30 hrs./wk.-see attached resume 5�
BABETTE E. HOLLERN-CARR
497 Clark St. Ext.
Groton, NY 13073
(607 ) 898-3243
CAREER To obtain a teaching position that utilizes my
OBJECTIVE: skills, my area of study and my experiences
EDUCATION: STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK COLLEGE AT CORTLAND
Attended fall 1988 to fall 1992
Bachelor of Science-Education (N-12)
- Concentration in Mathematics
TOMPKINS CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Attended fall 1986 to spring 1988
- A.A.S . Business Administration Degree
CERTIFICATE New York State Certificate of Qualification N-12
OF ELIGIBILITY: Mathematics
STUDENT Student Teacher (March - May 1991)
TEACHING: Alton B. Parker School, Cortland, New York 13045
Student Teacher (January - March 1991 )
Lansing Elementary School, Lansing, New York 14882
WORK
EXPERIENCE: Teacher Assistant (September 1994 - Present)
Groton Central High School, Groton, New York 13073
Network with teachers , tutor students , and
assist classroom teacher; developed a math
curriculum, and behavioral management program
Aide (February 1994 - September 1994)
Groton Central School, Groton, New York 13073
Assisted in Resource Room, AV, Library, computers,
and Nurses Office
Before & After School Teacher (Sept. 1985 - Sept. 1994)
Groton Child Development Center , Groton, New York 13073
Organized and prepared activities for school-age children
VOLUNTEER Groton Child Development Center
EXPERIENCE: Coordinated and organized various fund-raisers to raise
money for playground equiptment
46 hours of workshops pertaining to school-age children,
communication, and age appropriate activities
Groton Central School
Assisted with JV/Varsity Cheerleading
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REFERENCES: Available from Career Services , SUNY College at Cortland,
B-5 Van Hoesen Hall , Cortland, NY 13045 (607 ) 753-4715
GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION-MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER-5/3/95
• Bowling Program-last session-4/10
-3 students attended (1 eighth grade girl;2 ninth grade girls)
Concerned Students Group-10 students per week
-finishing up w/Stress Management
-video titles: Coping with Pressures
Stress:Learning to Handle It
Decisions
Dealing with Stress
Dealing with the Causes
*-see attached sample of discussion questions
Banana Splits-4 students per week
-2 boys;2 girls
-going well;interesting group dynamics
Adopt-A-Grandparent Program-8 students
-last visit to Nursing Facility will be 5/22
Youth Employment Service-various calls
-Alumni Banquet(6 students)
-Groton Memorial (production manufacturing)
-summer yard work
-several requests for babysitting list
Theatre For You!-recruiting students to work with Barbara to per-
form skits at the 4-H Youth Fair in July
• Spring Recess-trip to Burnett Park Zoo-2 students
trip to movies-The Goofy Movie-2 students
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FIELD TRIP BUDGET--195
25 people 50 people
Sciencenter $57.00 $113 .00
Song Mt. $150.00 $300.00
Darien Lake FREE FREE
Cortland Rep. Theatre $150.00 (group size of 20)
Rollerskating $75.00 $150.00
Discovery Ctr. $37.50 $75.00
Syracuse Chiefs $75.00 $150.00
Total $544.50 $788.00
• Bus Expenses(mileage based on 70 miles round trip) :
$38.50 per trip x 6 = $231.00
Driver Expenses (based on avg. of 5 hrs. per trip) :
$46.00 per trip x 6 = $276.00
Total - 25 people=$1052 .00
Total - 50 people=$1295.00
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March Youth Commission Report Prepared by; W. Shillington
This month the 38 After School Program participants have been active
in many new and interesting activities. Our Cornell intern, Jennifer is
in the middle of a series of environmental educational programs. The
youth have been making paper and are learning about recycling. Our
Physical Education volunteer, Dave has introduced the participants to
ultimate Frisbee, fun relay races and a variety of tag games.
We have accessed the Cornell Cooperative Extension van and have
gone swimming, ice skating, bowling and on a "Mystery Trip" to Filmore
Glen State Park. Our Arts and Craft project this month was making
jewelry out of beads, an activity enjoyed by both genders. The Banana
Splits program began this month. Naomi, my Ithaca College intern and
I are meeting weekly with a group of 12, sixth grade students.
During April our environmental education program will continue
. making paper, we will learn about composting and caring for the
environment. We will be going to the Johnson Art Museum for a hands
on educational experience. We will continue working on leadership and
social skills as well as our strengthening group dynamics.
S April 4, 1995
Banana Splits
6th grade group
AGREEMENTS FOR OUR GROUP:
Respect Each Other
One person talks at a time.
We will laugh together, not at each other.
We will support each others ideas.
We will talk about our feelings, and feel SAFE in doing so.
We will talk out loud so that our ideas can be heard by everyone.
We will get to know each other.
CONFIDE :
What we say during the group will not be repeated anywhere else.
We will ask permission before we talk about someone elses issue.
We will use "I" statements and only tell about ourselves.
WE WILL HAVE FUN!
We will make banana splits during our last class.
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YOUTH TRENDS/CONCERNS 3/30/95
• Cooperative Extension Youth Development Vision is to:
provide opportunities to develop productive citizens& catalysts for positive change to
meet the needs of a diverse and changing society
Youth Needs:
Independent Living Skills
-Need to be able to solve problems
-Need to be able to make decisions
-Need to be able to set& achieve goals
-Need to know how to choose healthy behaviors to
prevent: pregnancy, AIDS, poor diet and illness
Workforce Preparedness
-Need positive work attitudes and skills
-Need to value diversity and be able to get along with others
-Need positive experiences to discover strengths/weaknesses/likes/dislikes
-Need opportunities to value life-long learning
-Need opportunities to develop special interest skills& abilities
Community& Social Responsibility
-Need skills to relate positively with peers, family, adults & community
-Need skills to cope with conflict
-Need opportunities to develop &practice leadership skills
-Need healthy opportunities for free time
-Need opportunities to feel valued as a community member
Trends
-Middle school-aged children from working families with lack of afterschool
opportunities or funds to pay for them
-Increase in Domestic Violence/Interpersonal Conflicts
-Increase in Substance Abuse&unhealthy behaviors among middle& highschool youth
-Rural/Urban conflicts
- Schools asking for more parent involvement in youth education
-Isolation of Rural Youth-lack of resources for transportation
-Baby Boomlet-is producing more young children that will soon be in school.
-Fragmented Services for Low Income Families
-More people out of work/facing layoffs/cutbacks
- Computer Information Age of the Have Computers/Don't Have Computers
-Prejudice around
Race
Culture
Education Level
Income Level
Age
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Wendy Shillington
Groton Elem. Youth Program.
Youth Development Program Outline
Title: Elementary After School Program
Description: The ASP (After School Program) operates in a Club
design, we meet weekly with a consistent group of young people to
provide experiential, personal and social education. Recreational,
outdoor education, arts and crafts, cultural awareness and personal
safety education are provided to youth.
Program Objectives: To improve participants personal and social
development. For students to begin to understand and accept others
who are different from them. Expose students to a variety of
experiences and activities that will benefit health and physical well
i being.
Needs Met: This program meets many of the needs of the youth in
Groton; Cultural Awareness and appreciation of differences is
emphasized, "Put Downs" against peoples differences are not allowed.
Many of the young people have never been ice skating, swimming or
bowling, the program provides the students opportunity for new
experiences in the community, enhancing the young peoples exposure
to the larger community and the people who live in it. Arts and crafts
activities enhance small motor skills, expose students to multi-cultural
projects, and generate creativity. Physical fitness needs are met
through a variety of team and individual sports activities.
Population Served: The ASP supports 35 youth in grades 1-5 (with a
concentration of 4,5,6 graders) . The young people are mainly of
Caucasian decent, economically the families served are in the lower-
middle class. (The program is free, therefore it is available for families
with limited resources).
• Wendy Shillington
Youth Development Program Outline (continued).
Additional Programs being planned;
Banana Splits program, will provide group support to young people in
grades 5th and 6th in the areas of family issues of divorce and
separation. The group will be supported by to the School Psychologists
who will provide individual and curriculum support for staff and
students. The groups will begin meeting in late March, recruitment and
teacher education is currently taking place.
The ASP has an Environmental education program planned for the
spring, presented by a Cornell Student Intern. Nutritional Education
will be introduced during April and May along with BYOB (Better Your
Own Body) an alcohol and drug peer education program.
We begin Summer Program Planning tomorrow......
iInterns[Volunteers:
My search for interns has been going well, I have one Ithaca College
Student who assists during two days of the ASP, she also plans on co-
facilitating a Banana Splits group, and has been involved in program
planning. A Cornell Intern is scheduled to present four (4)
Environmental education lessons to the students this spring. I have a
commitment from a student teacher in Groton to assist with various
field trips. Finally I have begun talking with some of the parents about
ways they can support the program.
TO: 4-H Staffers, Nancy, and Paul
R-U Program Managers, Sandy
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* * * MINI IN-SERVICES
Join our rural-urban outreach youth program managers,
Thursday mornings, 10:30 (regular meeting time 10:00-
11 :30) , for these presentations of interest to all who
Work With youth!
Thursday, March 9 Conference Room A
Erin Ferguson, Program Specialist
Seven Lakes Girl Scout Council , Inc.
PLANNING SUMMER ACTIVITIES
(Erin directs year-round and summer camp programs
for "older" youth - 10 years of age and up, and
directs Camp Comstock's resident summer program. )
Thursday, March 16 Conference Room A
Ellen Schmidt, Community Education Coordinator
Suicide Prevention and Crisis Service
RECOGNIZING STRESS AND FINDING HELP:
WHAT SPCS HAS TO OFFER
(Ellen provides training on assessment of risk
and also on talking with young people about
crises; she directs the role-playing group that
focuses on practical and professional relationship
issues, "The Cayuga Community Role Players. ")
Also, for your calendars: April 1 , Saturday, 9:30 am - 2:00 pm:
DEVELOPING AND EVALUATING COMMUNITY-
BASED PROGRAMS (Tomp. Co. Youth Bureau and us)
(Special presentations by Mike Duttweiler,
Cornell Coop. Ext. , and Denise Dyer, NYS
UNDER THE HOOD: BASIC CAR DFY)
Tompkins County Mental Health Bldg, lunch
MAINTENANCE - Marty Schreiber included.
Ithaca Youth Bureau Auto Garage
Any Friday in April (9:00-5:00) April 28, Friday, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm:
For 6 - 10 adults &/or youth CRITICAL ISSUES FOR TEENS (ie: substance
2-hour workshop; free' abuse, personal stress , etc. )
Sponsored by T-S-T BOCES, et. al .
SYRACUSE - S45, includes lunch
(Riders can carpool to and from Groton. )
Talk to Barbara for more info on any of the above.
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING-3/8/95
` KIM BATZER-HIGH SCHOOL (CONT.)
-Program Update:
-Banana Splits Program-5th and 6th grades targeted
-5th grade will meet on Mondays beginning on 3/13 or 3/27-
co-facilitated by Kim Batzer & Sharon Goskoski;time-11:10 a.m.-
12:20 p.m. (lunch/rec.times) jel'Fo°i-
-6th grade will meet on Tuesdays beginning on 3/28-co-facilitated
by Wendy Shillington & Naomi (student intern) ;time-11:35 a.m.-
12:50 p.m. (lunch/rec. times)
-Upcoming Dates of Interest:
3/7-summer planning meeting
3/21-workshop-"Linking with Schools" @ Cornell Univ.
3/28-Bowling Program-3 p.m.
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING-3/8/95
Groton Youth Program January report.
Prepared by Wendy Shillington
January 30, 1995
Thee Groton Elementary Program participants were occupied with
many interesting activities during anuarAy, the winds and rain didn't
hinder us in having furs and learning. During the fist week of the
month we made arts and crafts and played sports in the gym. The
next time our groups met we watched a movie focusing n self-esteem,
borrowed from T, T BOCES. We enjoyed yed a visit from Tompkins County
SPCA can WednesdayJanuary 18th and met a wonderful Gorden Setter
named, Reese.
The start of our swimming program has been extremely successful, we
had five new students the week we enjoyed the pool at TC-3. I hope
that they continue to attend the program, as we move into a more
serious as ality plan this week, the .hd bue Per m (CAP) will be
presented to the After School Program youth.The CAP program
offered to teachers, community members and parents didn't attract,
any participants, a phoneme that Amy Sauter explains as ordinary.
are disappointed and concerned by the lack of concern by adults in the
Groton co. unity, child abuses a difficult" topic, but also areality,
wit-il Groton having it's snare of incidences. I posted Ti ers, t l .ed
with parents, invited the commission members, put letters in the
teachers mail bees and constantly reminded people abort the event,
and nobody showed up.
The recruitment process seems to be going well, the groups are
reaching maximum capacity with 7 to, 10 young people attending each
meeting,the number of young people registered in the program is: 27 .
The young people have recruited friends who are eager to be involved
in the activities offered, cord of mouth seems to be a successful
ful
recruitment tool.
I have contlacted several College and voiLinteer agencies in an effort to
recruit a college iritern or Comm nip y voluntk"er. Finding interns, s
difficult use th�y r L st haVe a caror take a t is to get to Groton.
Some f tiles students vol-v i -he programs have emotional or
behavior •roble tis and often require one to one attention, it is
difficult to give this and continue the scheduded activity. I am also
contacting some of the parents -about helping out it field trips.
The transition with Cooperative Extensions exciting, the resources
they offer are numeroUS, w, eagerly awaiting access to the Cornell
Internet, T, Cornell University's sity°s r ter et will improve agency
communication, provide access to bullietin beards and allow the Youth
workers and Barbara o . gas to tali, to each ether~ with ease,
welcome the onnect€or
GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
• KIM BATZER-HIGH SCHOOL
-Fay's Drug Quiz Show planning mtg.-1/13
-Youth Employment Service
-2 babysitting j obs;1 farm job
-Concerned Students Group-continued focus on alcohol & substance
use/abuse
-videos: "Sports & Drugs";"Straight At Ya";"Lookin'Good"
-Bowling Program-began 1/24
-3 students(# able to be transported in my car)
-1 seventh grade girl; 2 ninth grade girls
-developing new program recruitment tools-(see attached sheet)
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY:
-Fay's Drug Quiz Show-Ithaca Holiday Inn,Panache Room-2/2
-mtg. w/Kathy Ballard-grant writing for Public Library related to
summer programs-2/6
-Jim Currado from Alpha House will be guest speaking at Concerned
Students Group-2/8
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GROTON YOUTH SERVICES
• Would you be interested in participating in any of the following
groups? Check all those that apply.
Banana Splits-a group for students who are coping with
the loss of a• parent through separation,divorce,or death
Adopt-A-Grandparent Program-community service group that
makes weekly visits to the Groton Nursing Facility;
participates in a group activity w/the facility residents
Concerned Students Group-a discussion group to talk about
any issues students feel are important(i.e.-dating,school
problems, friendships,etc. )
Big Friend/Little Friend-group which matches high school
students with elementary students for one-to-one activi-
ties(i.e.-help w/homework,games,etc. )
A new group starting soon! Come and help plan activities
that are active and fun like bowling,Crazy Olympics,and
theatre games.
Is there any other kind of group that you would like to see
offered? If so,describe
Yes! I'd like to participate,but want more information.
I am not interested in participating in any group.
I do not want to participate in a group,but I would like
to meet with someone individually to talk about some of
these issues.
Name Grade Homeroom
Home Telephone
Do you have a study hall? Yes No Which Period?
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Groton Youth Commission Summer Program
Free to appropriate aged Groton youth
Nature Camp: This program will focus on exploring the local environ-
ment. A wide variety of structured learning activities will take place
on Fridays from 12 p.m. to 2: 30 p. m. for a six week period. For ages
7-10. Meeting place will be at the Groton Memorial Park. Session Dates:
July 8, 15, 22, 29 ;Aug. 5 , 12
Bowling Camp: This program will consist of weekly visits to the Smith
Corona Club for recreational bowling. This program will meet at the
lanes every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p. m. For ages 10-13. Session
Dates: July 12, 19 , 26 ;Aug. 2 , 9
Trip Day: Every Wednesday, the Youth Commission will sponsor a special
trip to a wide variety of exciting places . Transportation will be
provided from the Groton Memorial Park. Parents are welcome to attend;
however, adults will be required to pay their own admission fees to
• specified trip locations . Come join the fun!
Certified Sitters: This is a Camp Fire Self-Reliance program which
focuses on providing the type of confident,professional child care that
parents are demanding,while acquiring the skills necessary for success-
ful employment. This course will meet Mondays fom 12 : 30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
at the Fire Hall. For ages 11-13. Session Dates : July 11, 18, 25;Aug. 1 ,8
Story Hour: Every Monday morning,the Groton Public Library staff will
provide children the opportunity to experience the world of books.
Stories will begin July 11 at 10 a.m. No sign-up required.
Youth in Action: Once a week,community minded youth put their minds and
muscle to work for the area. Activities may include Love-a-Pet day
{SPCA} ;visits to the Nursing Facility;clean-up day and much more. This
program will meet on Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 2 : 30 p. m. For ages 12-
15. Session Dates: July 7 , 14, 21, 28;Aug. 4, 11
Creative Expressions Camp: This program will provide children with the
opportunity for personal growth, exploration, and expression through a
variety of creative and artistic activities. C . E . 0 will meet Tuesdays
from 1 p.m. to 3 p. m. For ages 11-14 . Session Dates: July 5, 12, 19 , 26 ;
Aug. 2 , 9
Community Events : Programs offered in conjunction with the Groton
Public Library for the entire family to attend. Specific announcements
• will appear in The Shopper and other publications .
Program Plans for 1994-95 School Year
• Kim Batzer-Groton
1. Concerned Students Groun -A discussion group for students interested in learning about,
and raising awareness of social issues such as prejudice,peer pressure, relationships and
feelings,suicide/depression,respect...
Y Need Addressed -mental health and self-esteem
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2. Adopt-A-Grandparent - Provide students and older Groton citizens (residing in Groton's
Nursing Facility) the opportunity to learn from one another and socialize. In addition, a
training program for students would include such issues as responsibility, commitment to a
job,community awareness, confidentiality, aging,death and dying,and respect for others.
Need Addressed -pre-employment,community service
3. Joint Library/GYC Program-A wide range of coordinated evening or weekend
programming to include educational and cultural activities.
Need Addressed - community access to cultural and educational activities
4. Field Trigs - sponsored and/or organized field trips to include sporting events, museums,
plays,etc.
Need Addressed - access to cultural and educational activities
5. Banana Split Program- elementary school
6. Certified Sitters Group
7. Modified Youth Employment Service
Groton Youth Commission December Report
Prepared by Wendy Shillington
The participants of the Groton Elementary School Program were
occupied in December with a number of interesting activities. The
young people continued to plant tulip and daffodil bulbs at the school.
They ate oranges, dried the peels and the following week they made
potpourri to give as gifts to their families. The SPCA visited one of the
groups and discussed how animals improve the quality of life for many
people. Amy Sauter presented a program called Setting Boundaries, the
youth explored a variety of situations, each decided if the felt
comfortable, not comfortable or unsure about the scenario. They
discussed how different people have different boundaries about what
feels safe for them and how it is important for each individual child to
decide for himtherself what feels okay in distinct situations.
During the holiday week two of the groups went bowling, the group
included youth who bowl on leagues and some who had never bowled
before. The third group went ice skating at Cass Park, I transported
• five kids in my car, all of them were first time ice skaters, they all had a
terrific experience. I was pleased by the amount of support and
cooperation the young people gave to each other during these outings,
the youth who had experience helped those who were beginners.
There seems to be a growing sense of belonging , the youth have all
chosen names for their groups, Crazy Cids Club, Peace Out People and
The Dream Catchers are the ways the groups now identify themselves.
Having a name seems to establish cooperation and pride of being part
of a group.
The recruitment process has been picking up speed, four new youth
have joined the program in December. There are a number of other
youth who are in the process of getting their permission slips signed
who also want to join.
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Cornell
Tompkins County Education Center
615 Willow Avenue
Cooperative Ithaca,NY 14850-3555
`1 Extension 607-272-2292
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FAX 607-272-7088
January 3, 1995
Dear Parent(Guardian and Teachers,
I am pleased to offer you and your childjren (at no cost) the
opportunity to participate in the Child Assault Prevention Project
(CAP). Workshops will be offered: January 26, 1995--for
Parents/Teachers ,January 31,'95 and February 1, '95 the CAP
curriculum will be offered to the youth of the After School Program
during regular meeting times. As parents and teachers concerned
about the safety of your children, we hope you will join us in
participating in this program.
The CAP Project is a fun, interactive program which seeks to prevent
child assault by teaching children to recognize their rights to be "SAFE,
STRONG and FREE." Focusing on these rights helps children feel good
about themselves which may make them less vulnerable to assault in
the future.
The one-hour classroom workshop combines guided group discussion
and a series of role-plays focusing on situations children frequently
encounter: assault by a peer, stranger and an adult the child knows.
Discussion helps children identify ways they may be able to keep their
rights. The strategies focus on self-aggression, peer support and telling
a trusted adult. The role-plays are presented in a non-frighting
manner by trained adults, the children enjoy helping the adults act out
successful scenarios.
The success of the CAP Project depends on the support of parents and
the school community, We invite parents, guardians and teachers to
join us on January 26 from 7-8pm in the conference room of the
Groton Elementary School. During this time there will be a detailed
description of the children's workshop as well as at-home ideas to
reinforce what your child learns during the presentation.
If you do NOT want your child to participate in this program, please
sign the attached slip and return it to the school. If you have any
questions about the project, please call Wendy Shillington at the
Groton Elem. School, the number is: 898-5853.
Sincerly,
Wendy Shillington, After School Program Coordinator
Helping You Put Knowledge to Work
Cornell Cooperative Extension in Tompkins County provides equal program and employment opportunities.
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT- 1/4/95
RIM BATZER - HIGH SCHOOL
-Fay's Drug Quiz Show mtg. @ BOCES - 12/14
-Adopt-A-Grandparent program:
-12/12-Christmas ornaments & Pictionary
-12/19-gingerbread Christmas cookies
-Concerned Students Group:
-12/14-video on Alcohol & Drug Abuse
-12/21-Christmas pizza party
-met with Michele Hughes regarding students needing support while
she is on leave
-12/23-1/2-VACATION
-1/24-Bowling @ Smith Corona Club - 3:00 p.m.
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For Candor• Dryden • George Junior Republic• Groton • Ithaca • Lansing • Newfield • South Seneca•Trumansburg
Roy Dexheimer,District Superintendent
Program Report C.Thaddeus Hetherington,
For Assistant Superintendent
Groton Youth Commission Robert L.Manvell
June 1994-December 1994 Director of Instructional Support Services
Bob Fitzsimmons
The Groton Youth Commission sponsors a wide variety of activities during and after
school and during the summer. Kim Batzer, a bill-time employee provides school year
programming at the Jr/Sr High School and summer programming for younger students.
Wendy Shillington, a half-time employee provides after-school groups for elementary
school students.
The 1994 program included theme camps and trips which served 135 youths. Combined
fall programs served 52 youths individually and in groups. The activities include Adopt
a Grandparent, Youth Employment, Concerned Persons, After-School Group and in-school
counseling.
Both youth workers demonstrate a high level of interest, concern and skill in their direct
service provision. Wendy Shillington was observed with her after-school group and she
provided a strong activities agenda and skilled intervention when appropriate. Kim Batzer
was observed with summer students in a bowling program and with her Concerned Persons
group. She was comfortable and organized and showed strong skills in supervising the youth.
Recommendations for the Youth Commission include the following:
1. Schedule,plan and market the summer program early. Students should be
fully registered in June. Program activities should be locked in early in mid-
June. An all out community drive to increase participation and access should
occur.
2. The school day hours of the Youth Workers are not efficiently used. The
schools can take greater advantage of the support offered. Banana Splits,Teen
Issues and other support activities require a great deal of school support and
ongoing communication and referral.
3. In general,participation in the after-school and summer programs should be
increased. The Youth Workers cannot do this on their own. They need lots of
regular,ongoing support and referrals in order to maximize the effectiveness of
their very clear skills. Marketing the programs effectively requires additional
support from the schools,the Commission and Cooperative Extension.
It was a pleasure to work with this dedicated commission and their two fine workers.
The whole program has a great foundation and can be expanded significantly through a
team approach to marketing and recruitment. I would suggest a roundtable discussion
• between school representatives, the Commission and workers to develop a plan for the
summer and fall of 1995.
RJF/kj
Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga Board of Cooperative Educational Services • 555 Warren Road, Ithaca, New York 14850 • (607) 257-1551
FAX Number (607) 257-2825
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Groton Youth Commission Summer Program
Free to appropriate aged Groton youth
Nature Camp: This program will focus on exploring the local environ-
ment. A wide variety of structured learning activities will take place
on Fridays from 12 p. m. to 2: 30 p. m. for a six week period. For ages
7-10. Meeting place will be at the Groton Memorial Park. Session Dates:
July 8, 15 , 22, 29 ;Aug. 5 , 12
Bowling Camp: This program will consist of weekly visits to the Smith
Corona Club for recreational bowling. This program will meet at the
lanes every Tuesday from 10 a. m. to 12 p. m. For ages 10-13. Session
Dates : July 12 , 19 , 26 ;Aug. 2 , 9
Trip Day: Every Wednesday, the Youth Commission will sponsor a special
trip to a wide variety of exciting places. Transportation will be
provided from the Groton Memorial Park. Parents are welcome to attend;
however, adults will be required to pay their own admission fees to
specified trip locations . Come join the fun !
Certified Sitters : This is a Camp Fire Self-Reliance program which
focuses on providing the type of confident, professional child care that
parents are demanding, while acquiring the skills necessary for success-
ful employment. This course will meet Mondays fom 12: 30 p.m. to 2 p. m.
at the Fire Hall. For ages 11-13. Session Dates: July 11 , 18, 25;Aug. 1 , 8
Story Hour: Every Monday morning, the Groton Public Library staff will
provide children the opportunity to experience the world of books .
Stories will begin July 11 ap .10 a.m. No sign-up required.
Youth in Action: Once a week, community minded youth put their minds and
muscle to work for the area. Activities may include Love-a-Pet day
(SPCA) ;visits to the Nursing Facility; clean-up day and much more. This
program will meet on Thursdays from 12 p. m. to 2 : 30 p.m. For ages 12-
15 . Session Dates : July 7 , 14 , 21 , 28;Aug. 4 , 11
Creative Expressions Camp: This program will provide children with the
opportunity for personal growth, exploration, and expression through a
variety of creative and artistic activities . C. E . 0 will meet Tuesdays
from 1 p. m. to 3 p. m. For ages 11-14 . Session Dates: July 5, 12 , 19 , 26 ;
Aug. 2 , 9
Community Events: Programs offered in conjunction with the Groton
Public Library for the .entire family to attend. Specific announcements
will appear in The Shopper and other publications .
r GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION REGISTRATION/PERMISSION FORM
(Please check appropriate line)
Nature Camp Bowling Camp
• Creative Expressions Camp Certified Sitters
Youth in Action Other
Camps will be limited to 10-12 students per session. Due to limited
enrollment,parents of students accepted into programs will receive
notification. Students will be accepted in the order that
registration forms are received.
Last Name First Name
Street Address Town/City Zip
Phone(Home) (Work) D. O.B
Male Female Name of School
Allergies or other medical condition
Parent/Guardian Name
Parent' s Address ( if different from above )
• Parent Phone ( if different from above ) Home Work
Emergency Contact:
Name
Address
Phone
Relationship to child
PARENTAL PERMISSION: I waive any claims against Groton Youth
Commission or any of its parent organizations except claims arising
from gross negligence or willful acts of the organization or its
agents that may arise from participation in the activities of the
Groton Youth Commission. I understand that reasonable measures will
be taken to insure the health and safety of participants and that I
will be notified as soon as possible in the event of an emergency
affecting such participants. In the event I cannot be reached in an
emergency, I hereby authorize notification of the Physician and
emergency care persons to provide whatever emergency medical or
surgical treatment is necessary. The Groton Youth Commission has my
permission to use photographs in which my child appears for Youth
Services publicity.
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date
GROTON YOUTH COMMISION MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER - 12/7/94
• -11/9 - Fay's Drug Quiz show planning mtg. @ BOCES
-11/15- trainings: Discipline Is Not A Dirty Word @ Coop. Ext.
Anger Busters @ BOCES
-11/29- met w/Coordinator candidates @ Coop. Ext.
-Adopt-A-Grandparent program going well
- 8 students attending on a regular basis
- pizza session -11/28
-Concerned Students Group going extremely well
- 10 students - group full
- 11/30 - Suicide Prevention came as our guest speaker
- recently discussed family situations & divorce
- 12/7 - Bob Fitzsimmons-guest speaker-alcohol & substance abuse
-Youth Employment Service
- job opportunity w/Cortland Memorial Hospital-pharmacy
technician
- 1 junior girl applied
-Certified Sitters - planning to begin in January
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December 6, 1994
Program Proposal for Swimming at TC-3
Groton Elementary After School Program
I have been making arrangements to take the youth in the After School
Program swimming at TC-3. Finding transportation to accommodate
ten young people at a time has been a difficult dilemma.
Unfortunately, the Tom Tran doesn't run from Groton to TC-3 at the
times we need their services. I also looked into renting a shuttle, and
discovered the cost is extremely high. Finally, I contacted the City of
Ithaca Youth Bureau, and spoke with ,Joanne Groome, Coordinator of
Recreation Mainstreaming Services (RMS).
Ms. Groome has offered to provide transportation on one Tuesday and
one Thursday for the months of January, February and March. I have
tentatively arranged for the RMS program to transport our youth on
the following dates: ,January 24 &r 26, February 21 Er 23. and March_
14 Er 16. There is no cost for this transportation. I am still trying to
coordinate transportation for the Wednesday group, perhaps I can
split the group, some youth can attend on Tuesday and some on
Thursday.
I have contacted Kris Augusto, Coordinator of the pool at TC-3. Ms.
Augusto informed me that there is "open swim"( a time when the
public is invited to use the facility) between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and
5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The cost to swim during this time
is $1.75 per youth, staff are admitted for free. I would very much like
to take the young people in the After School Program swimming during
the above dates. I believe that it would be a terrific opportunity to
expose them to the community college environment. I also think
swimming would be a delightful activity during the cold winter months.
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During my search to find transportation I discovered that some time
in the past, there was an unfortunate incident with the City of Ithaca
Youth Bureau's Outing program. My understanding of the incident was
that during an overnight camping trip some of the young people in
attendance drank alcohol, and the staff failed to report this to their
parents and Groton personnel. I also understand that there was not a
Groton Youth Commission staff person present during that camping
trip. I want to say that from my comprehension of what occurred, the
Outing staff did not perform in a professional manner. I want to
assure the Youth Commission that if I am utilizing-the services of an
outside agency I will always be present during the event. In conclusion,
from my professional experience I believe the Ithaca City Youth
Bureau offers some wonderful opportunities for young people in
Tompkins County. I hope that the relationship between the Youth
Bureau and the Groton Youth Commission can be reestablished.
Verb Truly, l
Wendy Shill►gton
• November 22, 1994
Program Proposal for Child Assault Prevention Project
Groton Elementary After School Program
I recently met with Amy Sauter, to discuss bringing the Child Assault Prevention Project
(CAP)to the parents and children of the Groton Elementary After School Program.
I believe that it is extremely important to teach our children how to be safe. Recently
several of the youth have been talking to me about incidences of abuse that they have
either experienced directly or have heard stories about. The School Psychologists, Brad
Pollack and Sharon Goskoski both agree that CAP is an important and appropriate
program for the elementary students. There are two components of the CAP Program,
first is a parent training and second is the workshop for the youth.
The parent component is designed is acquaint the parents or guardians with what their
children will be learning in the workshops that will follow. CAP's parent workshop
familiarizes parents with the role plays used with children and emphasizes the role parents
can play at home in preventing abuse through communication with their children about
verbal, physical and sexual abuse. Parents are also made aware of how to detect abuse
and what to do if a child tells them they are being abused. All board members are
encouraged to attend this training to learn more about the program.
iThe workshop for the children is presented in a fun, interactive way which seeks to
prevent child assault by teaching the children to recognize their rights to be "SAFE,
STRONG and FREE." Focusing on these rights helps children feel good about themselves
which may make them less vulnerable to assault in the future. Children sit in a circle on the
floor and are shown role plays about standing up for their rights to a bully, stranger and a
known adult. The last role play models a child talking to a trusted adult about a problem.
The role plays are presented in a non-frightening manner by trained adults, and the
children enjoy helping the adults act out successful scenarios. Following the workshop, the
facilitators make themselves available to the children for Review Time in a prearranged
private space. If the young people need to discuss an issue in the future, I am available for
them, I am supported by CAP and the School Psychologists.
The oldest group of students have undergone the CAP training several times, ( Liz Cohen
had Amy present the program in the past). For this reason Setting Boundaries will instead
be presented to them, this workshop is also presented in a fun, interactive, non-threatening
manner and discusses with the youth ways of keeping safe and setting appropriate
boundaries. I have worked with Amy Sauter in the past, and truly believe that the
programs she presents are vital for the development and growth of young people.
Amy and I tentatively set the following dates for the programs: Dec. 15, 1994 Program •
for youth (Setting Boundaries), January 26, 1995, Parent workshop 7-8 p.m.(sight to be
announced), January 31 '95 CAP wor�op for youth in program, February 1, '95 second
CAP workshop for youth.
The cost of each workshop is 25 dollars, Amy is willing to present the workshop "Setting
Boundaries" for no cost, (making the total cost of these four workshops 75 dollars).
I have a video cassette available, demonstrating a CAP workshop for review, if you
desire further information about the project. I encourage you to support this important
educational opportunity. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION MONTHLY REPORT
Kim Batzer-11/2/94
• 10/12 - Fay's Drug Quiz Show planning mtg. @ BOCES
10/17 - Liberty Partnership Program field trip to BOCES
- vocation/career exploration - 10 students(7th-loth grade)
10/25 - Access to College Education Initiative program field trip
to Cortland State
- 8 students(9th grade)
10/26 - met w/Wendy to discuss Banana Splits program plan
11/1 - attended conference @ Holiday Inn Ithaca on Family-
Centered and Strength Based Service Planning
-Concerned Students Group going well
- 10 students participating (7th-10th grade)
- videos and discussions on teen preVnancy and suicide to
date (topics chosen by the students in group)
-Adopt-A-Grandparent program - not quite full (still recruiting
more students)
• GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION-10/5/94
Monthly Report-Kim Batzer
-Adopt-A-Grandparent begins - 10/3
-Concerned Students begins - 10/5
-youth employment service - calls coming in
-farm work
-babysitting position
-winter jobs at Cass Park
-one on one time w/students on daily basis
-1 seventh grade boy
-1 eighth grade girl
-referrals being made by the high school faculty
-LPP field trip to Boces- 10/17
-ACE field trip to Cortland State - 10/25- ninth grade students
-meeting w/Kathy Ballard to discuss joint programming w/Library-
10/4- planning a program for 11/19
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MONTHLY REPORT - KIM BATZER
. - field trip to Syracuse Chiefs Game - 8/3
field trip to Burnett Park Zoo - 8/10
- mini-trip to Tomp.Co. SPCA - Youth in Action Camp - 8/4
- mini-trip to Stewart Park - Creative Expressions Camp -"Tin Can
Fantasy Factor" theatre group - 8/9
- 7th grade orientation - Mentor Program - 8/29-8/31
SUMMER PROGRAM STATISTICS
CAMPS: TRIPS:
Certified Sitters - 11 Cornell Plantations - 8
Bowling Camp - 13 Cortland Rep. Theatre - 13
Creative Darien Lake - 10
Expressions - 11 Corning Glass Center - 24
Youth in Action - 12 (2 adults)
Nature Camp - 8 Syracuse Chiefs - 31
(b adults)
total 55 Burnett Park Zoo _ 32
(7 adults)
total 118
(15 adults)
* 8o field trip participants
total youth served-135 were served for the first time.
village youth - 83
• town youth - 52
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Summer 1994: Report
July 1994:
The July 1994 summer program involved a number of field trips to local parks and
recreation areas Oe. cass park, myers point). It also involved a specialized horseback
riding program that was sponsored with the Ithaca Youth Bureau's Recreational
Mainstreaming Program. A total of three student programs were provided each week with
occasional Saturday programming serving a total of 32 Groton Youth.
During August 1994 the horseback riding program was continued and specialized Saturday
programs occurred to serve three families.
In addition, family contacts were made throughout the summer months for the purposes
referral and information giving, problem solving, and education.
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i I hree programs ; week_ Each program could hold between 4-
5' students Because oI transportation issues_ Because the youth
participating in i he program soono time awaq 1 rare Groton
(visiting the non custodial parent throughout 0o summer; 'L
will work, Out that all youth currently Involved in prograrnmina
ill able to anti striate in the program when they are not awag_
For one of the programs each week, ;ec mainsi:r eaming will co-
sponsor thera-.eutic horsebacir riding lessens_ The Ithaca Youth
Bureau is sponsoring some of the money_ lash student will have
to -.ay $725-00 or the eight week session, and $ l00_00 still needs
o be raised-
(2) t hree-Four Special Events_ I-o-;sponsored with Ithaca Youth
Bureau Luting Program, and with recreational Mainstreaming_
Each special program ;could hold up to 10- 11 youth_
• Catonders will demado closer to summer when -.$rents are clear
about the best timing for programs for their youth_
Groton Youth Survey
1994
PLEASE READ AND COMPLETE THE SURVEY BY CIRCLING THE ANSWERS.
PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS, THANK YOU.
1 . Gender 2 . Age
A. Male
B. Female 4 . Place of residence
A. Village
3 . Year in school B. West Groton
A. Fifth grade C. Summer Hill Area
B. Sixth grade B. McLean
C. Seventh grade C. Groton City
D. Eighth grade D. Locke
E. Freshman E. Peruville
F. Sophomore F. Dryden
G. Junior G. Town of Lansing
H. Senior H. Another area in Town:
5 . Choose the one form of transportation you are most likely to use
when traveling to participate in activities?
A. My parents or guardians drive me.
B. School bus
C. Tom Tran Bus
D. Neighbor or friend drives me
E. Walk
F. I drive myself
G. Other:
6 . Transportation is a problem because it prevents me from doing
the things I would like to do.
A. Never
B. Sometimes
C. Frequently
D. Always
7 . Do you now participate in any "school" sports or clubs?
A. Yes
B. No
Which ones (please list) :
8. How often are you involved in school activities?
A. Daily
B. More than once a week
C. Once a week
D. Less than once a week
9 . Are you satisfied with the type of activities you can
participate in at school?
A. Very Satisfied
B. satisfied
C. Dissatisfied
10. If you are not satisfied can you describe what the problem is
or what you would want to change?
11. Do you now participate in sports or clubs OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL?
A. Yes
B. No
Which ones (Please list) :
12 . Are you satisfied with the type of activities you can
participate in outside of school?
A. Very Satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Dissatisfied
13 . if you are not satisfied can you describe what the problem is
or what you would want to change?
14 . Overall how do you feel about the number of activities you
participate in?
A. Very Satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Dissatisfied
15 . if you WANTED to join an activity this year but did not, circle
TWO (2) of the following that are closest to the reasons?
A. Lack of transportation
B. other responsibilities at home
C. I' ve never been invited
D. I don' t belong to that group.
E . Students in the group act as if they don' t want outsiders .
F. My family didn' t want me to
G. I could not afford to
H. Other:
• This is a two part Question:
16 . What do you see as the problems that affect youth in Groton.
Please Check all those that apply. Review the list again and circle
the 5 items that you believe are the biggest problems .
a. Finding Summer Jobs 1. Being Homeless
b. Future Plans m. Boredom
c. Violence at Home n. Suicide
d. Drug Use/Abuse o. Sexually Transmitted
Disease
e. Prejudice p. Depression
f. Girl/Boyfriend q. Family Conflict
Conflicts r. Violence at School
g. Grades/School S . Alcohol Use/Abuse
h. Pregnancy t. Being liked and
i. Year-round Job Having friends
j . AIDS u. Developing a Special
k. Transportation Skill or Talent
v. OTHER
17 . Please list five topics from above that you personally would
like to learn more about.
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3 .
18. Do you know what the Groton Youth Commission is?
A. Yes
B. No
19. Are you familiar with any of the programs that the Groton Youth
Commission Youth Workers offer?
A. Yes
B. No
20 . Do you know there is a Groton Youth Worker in School?
A. Yes
B. No
21. Would you like to find out more about the Groton Youth
Commission and the types of program they offer?
A. Yes
B. No
22 . How are you most likely to find out about programs you
participate in?
A. Announcements at school
B. Flyers
C. Friends
D. Teachers or other school personnel
E. School Newspaper
F. Other:
23 . How important is it to you to have the following activities or
services available ?
NOT SOMEWHAT VERY
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT IMPORTANT
1 2 3
a. Having summer recreation programs/activities
b. Having winter recreation activities/programs
c. Arts and cultural programs such as drama, music,
painting, arts/crafts
d. Counseling and educational programs to help
young people deal with issues that affect teens
e. Available bus transp6rtation
f. Counseling program to deal with family issues
g. Programs to help young people stop using
drugs/alcohol .
h. Drug and alcohol education programs
i. Programs to help find summer jobs
j . Programs to help find year-round jobs
k. Job training programs
1. More recreation programs during evenings or
on the weekends .
m. Group to provide community services to others
QUESTIONS?
24 . If Groton could be one of the best places to be a young person,
what additional things would it have?
25 . Please make any comments that you think would be helpful to the
Groton Youth Commission in providing services that meet the needs
of young people who live in Groton_
Thankyou,
Groton Youth Commission
GROT N YOUTH COMMISSION - MONTHLY REPORT
Kimberly Bat er - 312 g
'EB UA.RY REVIEW:
-County Youth Beard representative - - Jennifer Zgenus, junior
-Youth Employment Service.
-laical snow shaveling - Pth grade bevy
--babysttin - 7h grade girl.
-Paper Cutter in Ithaca - 2 positionsavailable
-Concerned Students Group
-ineligible participants update
Adept-A-Grandparent & Banana Splits going well
_2 new 'participants in Banana Splits program
Vacation Activities :
-Pizza Hut
-sledding
-movies
-Joint Programming - "Ghosts & Legends in Groton"-- 2/28
-3 people attended
-Robyn 8nglish, 7th grade -child care provider - certified sitter
MARCH PLANS :
-ZAP ( Zero Adolescent Pregnancy) PEERS (Peers Educating and
Encouraging Responsible Sexuality) - presentation "Not Everybody' s
Doing It" - 3/2 , 7 p . m. - Public Library
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1993 Annual Report
Summary
Groton Youth Services provides recreational,educational and cultural activities to Groton youth and their
families. The program seeks to address community identified mental health and social/emotional needs of Groton
youth. The Groton Youth Commission provides program direction and contracts with Family and Children's Service
for program development, planning and oversight. In 1993 Kim Batzer,a local Groton resident,was hired in May
following a three month gap in services. A total of 218 youth were served through the Groton Youth Services. The
youth specialist works closely with school personnel in order to provide a cohesive network which will enhance
programs for youth as well as provide them with a comprehensive support system.
Significant Changes
1. The Groton Youth Commission devoted hours of work to more clearly define their goals, mission and
memorandum of understanding. This has facilitated more positive relationships with school personnel, the
community,and allied agencies.
2. The Groton High School administrators have provided the youth specialist a high school based office.
In addition to increasing the worker's visibility and accessibility,the office is used to provide informal
• counseling,ayouth employment service, and coordination of service for students.
3. The Drop-in Center concept has been eliminated and replaced with more structured programs.
Program (Highlights) Development
1. Summer Program - (pilot program) based at Groton Memorial Park. This program consisted of three different
day camps,weekly field trips,and opportunities to participate in a wide variety of activities such as kickball,
volleyball,soccer, t-shirt decorating,etc. in total, 102youth were served- 53 from the town and 49
from the village.
2. Certified Sitters- co-sponsored nsore Camp Fire f Ithaca. This ram offers specialized training to hose
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students who are interested in obtaining babysitting jobs. 9 week courseserving 8 female youth
3. Banana Splits- This program is an elementary level based support group for children who are coping with the
loss of a parent through separation,divorce, or death. Co-facilitated with psychologist intern. I n total, 48
youth are served in grades 1-4. 25 female, 23 male.
4. Adopt-A-Grandparent Program - This program is designed to provide students and older Groton citizens
residing in the Groton Nursing Facility the opportunity to learn from one another and socialize. Students make
weekly trips to the facility as well as attend a monthly group meeting. In total, 14 youth are served. 13
female, I male
S. Joint Programming- (evening program) with Groton Public Library. This program provides monthly
community events for youth and their families. Each event is designed to provide a wide range of educational
• and cultural experiences.
06, Mentor Program - Student mentors are matched with incoming seventh grade students in order to provide them
with a smooth transition from the elementary level to the junior high level. A total of 15 youth participated as
mentors- 9 female; 6 male.
7. Youth Employment Service- This program matches youth with job requests from people within the community.
Yolunteer opportunities,apprenticeships,and other stipended positions are often found working with area
agencies, such as Learning Web, Ithaca Youth Bureau,etc. 18 youth served- 6 female; 12 male
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Tompkins County
YOUTH BUREAU
Biggs Building A,301 Harris B.Dates Drive
Ithaca,New York 14850
February 7, 1994 (607)274-5310
Kim Batzer
Youth Services Specialist
Groton Youth Services
Groton High School
400 Peru Road
Groton, New York 13073
Dear Kim,
Thank you for including me in the Adopt a Grandparent Program on
Monday, January 31. I enjoyed my visit with you and the students
very much and wanted to share a f ew of my perceptions f rom the
visit. As you are aware, I had requested to visit the program of
your choice as the final step in the 1993 monitoring report. As
such, the visit involved a specific look at the Adopt a Grandparent
Program and is in no way a review of your total current services.
The Adopt a Grandparent Program appears to be well organized by
you. The group has been matched with residents at the Groton
Nursing Facility since October. The 11 young people present that
day were enthusiastic and well prepared for their 45 minute visit.
Some had brought playing cards, others were prepared with questions
to spark conversation about family members and other topics. The
walk from the school to the residential center enables the youth to
wind down from school, share stories, check in with you about
concerns they may have about their adopted grandparent and felt
very comfortable.
Unfortunately, several youth have not been able to participate
lately due to their grades which, according to school policy,
prohibits them from after school activities. I made note of one
youth who wanted to return that day, but who had not yet been given
complete clearance by the school. I can appreciate the fact that
the school sets rules which you might not impose upon your own
program and felt that you handled this situation with grace and
tact.
Once at the center, it was obvious that the pre-planning efforts of
both you and center staff had been thorough and that the matches
had been carefully made. You noted that personalities and interests
of both students and older residents had been considered and that
re-matches are sometimes necessary when residents begin to fail in
health. The students immediately made their way to the appropriate
rooms. There was an instance where one student was confused by the
information given her by her adopted grandparent that she was
unavailable. The question was quickly settled between you and the
resident activities director and this rather shy student was soon
paired with her match again.
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It seemed to me that you made yourself available to the students
in a respectful manner by walking both floors during the session,
yet did not intrude upon the time being shared with the residents.
In response to my question about support the youth feel they need
from you, you stated that in the beginning the group meet weekly to
share concerns, questions and to make comments. This proved to be
more time than needed and now the group meets once a month to share
common questions and concerns.
On the way back to the school, the group easily shared comments
about the afternoon. one had learned a new card game, another had
been asked to read aloud a letter from a family member. All seemed
satisfied that they had been both useful and important in the lives
of their adopted grandparents. Your rapport and connection to these
youth was obvious.
At the time that the 1993 monitoring report was written, your
position was still vacant. This program visit concludes that report
with a positive glimpse into a component of the Groton Youth
services Program.
Thank you again for your time and effort to meet with me. Please
feel free to contact me with questions or comments .
Sincerely,
Nancy Zook
Coordinator of Community Youth Services
CC; oley Houghtaling, Chair, Groton Youth Commission
Wendi Shaw, Rural Coordinator, Family and children' s service
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION
MONTHLY REPORT - 2/2/94
JANUARY REVIEW:
-Adopt-A-Grandparent Program
-County Monitoring by Nancy Zook - 1/31
-Banana Splits Program update
-new 3rd grade student attending
-2nd & 3rd grade group divided - currently facilitating 2nd grades
alone - allows for more productive use of time
-contacted by Judy Kern - Even Start Program (BOCES)
FEBRUARY PLANS:
-Concerned Students Group begins 2/2
-7 participants to date
. -Joint Programming - 2/28
-discussion with two local women who are researching haunted place.
in Groton
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Sat. Programs:
Jan. 29: 8 youth (games and pizza at Ithaca Youth Bureau)
Feb. 12: Movie
Banana Splits:
Approx. 15 youth (friday afternoons)
Supportive counseling:
two youth being seen (friday afternoons)
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• Groton Youth Survey
1994 -
PLEASE READ AND COMPLETE THE SURVEY BY CIRCLING THE ANSWERS.
PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS, THANK YOU.
1 . Gender 2 . Age
A. Male
B. Female
3 . Year in school 4 . Place of residence
A. Fifth grade
B. Sixth grade I live
C. Seventh grade A. Town
D. Eighth grade B. Village
E . Freshman
F. Sophomore
G. ,junior
H. Senior
5 . What form of transportation are you most likely to use when
traveling to participate in activities?
A. My parents or guardians drive me.
• B. School bus
C. Tom Tran Bus
D. Neighbor or friend drives me
E. Walk
F. I drive myself
G. Other:
6 . Transportation is a problem because it prevents me from doing
the things I would like to do.
A. Never
B. Sometimes
C. Frequently
D. Always
-7 . Do -you now participate in any "school" sports or clubs?
A. Yes
B. No
8 . Are you satisfied with the type of activities you can
participate in at school?
A. Very Satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Dissatisfied
9 . Do you now participate in sports or clubs OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL?
A. Yes
• B. No
• 10 . Are you. satisfied with the type of activities you can
participate in outside of school?
A. Very Satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Dissatisfied
11 . Right now how do you feel about the number of activities you
participate in?
A. Very Satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Dissatisfied
12 . If you WANTED to join an activity this year but did not, circle
TWO (2) of the following that are closest to the reasons?
A. Lack of transportation
B. Other responsibilities at home
C. I've never been invited
D. I don' t belong to that group.
E. Students in the group act as if they don' t want outsiders.
F. My family didn' t want me to
G. I could not afford to
H. Other:
13 . To what degree are you concerned about the following things
• that personally affect you.
(Write the nenber of your answer an the line on the rightl
NOT AT ALL SOMEWHAT VERY MUCH
CONCERNED CONCERNED CONCERNED
1 2 3
a. Summer Job 1 . Being Homeless
b. Future Plans m. Boredom
c. Violence at Home n. Suicide
d. Drug Use/Abuse o. Sexually Transmitted
Disease
e. Homosexuality p. Depression
f'. Girl/Boyfriend q. Family Conflict .
Conflicts r. Violence at School
g. Grades/School S . Alcohol Use/Abuse
h. Pregnancy t. Being liked and
i. Year-round Job Having friends
j . AIDS u. Developing a Special
k• Skill or Talent
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i14 . How important is it to you to have the following activities or
services available ?
NOT SOMEWHAT VERY
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT IMPORTANT
1 2 3
a. Having summer recreation programs/activities
b. Having winter recreation activities/programs
c. Arts and cultural programs such as drama, music,
painting, arts/crafts
d. Counseling and educational programs to help
young people deal with sexual issues
e. Available bus transportation
f. Counseling program to deal with family issues
g. Programs to help young people stop using
drugs/alcohol.
h. Drug and alcohol education programs
i. Programs to help find summer jobs
j . Programs to help find year-round jobs
k. Job training programs
m. More recreation programs during evenings or
on the weekends .
n. Group to provide community services to others
QUESTIONS?
15 . If Groton could be one of the best places to be a young person,
what additional things would it have?
16 . Please make any comments that you think would be helpful to the
-'Groton -Youth Commission in providing services that meet the needs
of youth.
Thank you,
Groton Youth Commission
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GROTON YOUTH COM14ISSION - MONTHLY REPORT
KIM BATZER.- 1/5/94
DECEMBER REVIEW: r°
-Adopt-A-Grandparent Program_ Update
-13 members; 1 new male member ,,;,
-ScienceFest at Ithaca Sciencenter - 12/4 (Sat. ) ."?e':
=2 students attended - 7th grade { '
-Certified Sitters -. ended 12/8
-"graduation" ceremony & pizza party
-Stress Management Workshop at Library - 12/15
-2 people attended ( 1 Dryden resident)
JANUARY PLANS:
-Concerned Students Group organized
-sign-up underway
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Amendments to the Groton Youth Commission Demographics
Live births for teens in Groton, ages 15-19 years :
(New York Health Department, Biometrics Unit) .
1980: 8
81 : 10
82 : 12
83 : 11 (There was 1 live birth reported for ages 10-14) .
84 : 6
85 : 9
86 : 7
87 : 13
88: 9
89 : 7
90: 7
91: 9
92: 6 (Provisional number)
r- oton Live Births
Ages 15 -1 9
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services received from County Youth Bureau Contracted Agencies:
The Youth Bureau administers Division For Youth (DFY) and County
Youth services (CYS ) funds to support various contract agencies
serve youth in the Town and Village of Groton:
Town of Village 'Ibtal
Groton of Groton Youth
ARC: Case Management 1 1
Cam. Dispute Res. : Family Mediation 4 3 7
Day Care Council: Family Support 8 8
Day Care C: Teen Pregnancy/Parenting 7 7
Family & Child. Svs : Interim Families 2 2
Ithaca Youth Bureau: One-to-One 4 4 8
IYB: Youth Development 32 11 43
IYB: Recreation Mainstreaming 11 1 12
Learning Web: Rural Outreach 2 8 10
Learning Web: Yth Outreach-ILP 1 1
Offender Aid & Restor. : Youth Services 1 1
TFBW: Child Sexual Abuse Project 2 2
TFBW: Child. From Violent Homes 5 5
TOTAL YOUTH SERVED 80 2 7 107
Groton Youth Commission
14/6/93
Family and Children's Service Report
High School / Community Programming
More than 75 Groton students, and 12 faculty have been
informally interviewed to assess gaps in services for junior and
senior high school youth. Students were selected randomly but
included all students who spontaneously approached the Youth
Outreach Worker for information, program sign-up, services, or
informal counseling. Students were asked what kinds of programs
they might access if offered, and at what times they would be
able to access them. Below is a brief summary of the responses.
students perceived a lack of opportunity for informal
peer group discussions
- students wanted more opportunities for apprenticeships,
volunteer work, and employment
- students and teachers wanted to see conflict resolution
training and management
- students and teachers remarked about the decrease in the
schools budget line for special programs and field trips
- students wanted more parties and social events to attend
- many students desired after school activities ; many
students desired weekend or evening programs; some students
felt the school lunch time would be a "fun" meeting time
At the present time the Youth Outreach Worker is:
1. Facilitating the Banana Splits Program in the Elementary
School
2. Facilitating a Certified Sitters Group
3. Operating a modified Youth Employment Service for grades 7-12
4 . Organizing activities for the Mentor Program
5. Providing available office hour times for informal counseling
These programs represent one half of the Youth Outreach Worker's
direct service time.
Groton Youth Commission Monthly Report - 10/6/93
• Kimberly Batzer, Youth Service Specialist
-Orientation Night at High School-9/7
-spoke to parents of incoming 7th graders about youth services
program
-attended gender bias workshop-9/7
-faculty/staff orientation day at High School
-Certified Sitters training at Camp Fire -9/16.
-course began -9/29
-11 students signed-up ( 6 of those are 7th graders )
-meeting with Kathy Ballard at Library -9/23
-joint programming ideas
-Banana Splits began 9/30 -11a. m. -lp . m.
-serving grades 1-4 at present
-est. 35-40a of each class are children from divorced families - as
per Brad Pollack
-Youth Employment Service
-letter sent to 20 local businesses and organizations about program
-3 youth matched with jobs since start of school year
-attended seminar at Ramada Inn - 10/6
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Groton Youth Commission Monthly Report 9/1/93
-Kim Batzer
- field trip to Song Mt. -8/10
-41 children; 3 parents attended
- summer program
- Festival Days float - 2nd place
- thank-you note sent to Leora Robison for help with locating flat
bed
-Borg Warner Philanthropy Committee took pictures of youth at park-
week of 8/16
-children making glitter glue t-shirts and sneakers
-thank-you letters for youth employees - Christy, Haley, and Erin -
on behalf of commission and myself
- youth employment service
- wrote letters to community members thanking them for hiring our
youth and inviting them to utilize our services in future
Serve America Project
• - painted/cleaned bus stop area
painted guard rails by Agway
weeded, cleaned, and planted flowers around tennis courts
responsible for placing "Welcome to Groton" sign at present site
Tompkins-Cortland Weekly - Phil Shurtleff
-weekly article in paper about youth services program
-serving all of Cortland County plus Groton, Dryden, and Lansing
in conjunction with the Cortland Democrat
-1st issue published on 9/8
Mentor training/6th grade orientation - 8/30 & 9/2
- 15 mentors ranging from 8th to 12th grade
FAmiLY&CHILDRENS
ERVIC E � I I TH ll ;
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TO: Sue Livingston
FROM: Wendi Shaw, Community Partnership Programs
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RE: Administrative Support Services
DATE: September 23, 1993
For 1994 we have asked local co nunities and organizations to gay a fee
in support of our actual expenses. This fee is consistent from coarmnlity to
community, based on staffing patterns.
The following reflects the personnel committed to support Groton Youth
Services. The percentages reflects our estimation of time required based
on years of activity with your organization, and others. Not reflected
is staff support you have received on a need basis, i.e. use of our develop-
ment staff to develop brochures and prormtional materials, etc.
• Groton Youth Services Administrative Support FY1994
Tasks
25% Cc mrunity Partnership Coordinator -attendance at corm. mtg.
-clinical supervision
-narrative preparation
-program development
-training
-liaison to community/school, etc.
5% Finance Director -budget assistance
-quarterly reports
-vouchering/billing
-payroll
20 Executive Director -assist in fund raising
and funding strategies
-supervision of program
director and coordinator
-program oversight
5% Administrative Assistant Services -clerical support to staff
-clerical support to commission
(minutes, announcements, etc. )
1% Director of Administrative Support -advertise positions
-maintains personnel files
clearance for interns/youth
workers
-interpret F&CS policies
WSltw and procedures
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• GROTON YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM
SUMMER 1993
TRIP DAY CAMP
Director: Kimberly Batzer
Place: Sykes Park
Time: Tuesdays, 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Dates: Session I July 13 - July 27
Session II Aug. 3 - Aug. 24
Fees: None
Ages: 10 - 18 years
Please be on time to drop off or pick up your child(ren). This program will be limited to 15
students per session. Due to limited enrollment, parents of students accepted into this
program will receive notification.
Trip Day Camp Registration
Name Age Grade
Address Phone
Parent's Name Work Phone
Medical Concerns (including medication)
Parent 1 Guardian Signature Date
Session (circle) Session I Session 11
PERMISSION SLIP
My child, has my permission to attend any local walks,
hikes, and field trips associated with this camp. I understand that the Groton Youth
Commission and staff will take all precautions necessary to assure safety of my child but
are in no way liable for injury due to unforseen trauma.
Parent /Guardian Signature Date
GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION REGISTRATION/PERMISSION FORM
(Please check appropriate line/s)
Nature Camp Trip Day
reative Expressions Camp Mini-Trips •
Volunteer Crew Other
Last Name First Name
Street Address Town/City Zip
Phone(Home) (Work). D.O.B
Male Female Name of School
Allergies or other medical condition
Parent/Guardian Name
Parent' s Address( if different from above )
Parent Phone ( if different from above ) Home Work
Emergency Contact
Name
Address
Phone
Relationship to child
PARENTAL PERMISSION: I waive any claims against Groton Youth Commission
or any of its parent organizations except claims arising from gross
negligence or willful acts of the organization or its agents that may
arise from participation in the activities of the Groton Youth
Commission. I understand that reasonable measures will be taken to
insure the health and safety of participants and that I will be
notified as soon as possible in the event of an emergency affecting
such participants. In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I
hereby authorize notification of the Physician and emergency care'
persons to provide whatever emergency medical or surgical treatment is
ieccesary. The Groton Youth Commission has my permission to use •
_ ..photographs in which my child appears for Youth Services publicity.
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date
Summer Program Statistics - 1993
number of youth serviced from 7/6/93 - 8/27/93
- Nature Camp - average = 7
- Creative Expressions Camp - average = 7
- Volunteer Crew - average = 7
- attendance often varied beyond the average number of those who
were already pre-registered in the day camps
- Field Trips - 93
- Summer Jobs - 15
- Afternoon Activities ( unstructured - i. e. kickball, soccer, chalk
drawings, etc. ) - 10 - 15 per day
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GROTON YOUTH SERVICES
By Kimberly Batzer
Hello ! My name is Kimberly Batzer, and I am the Youth Services
Coordinator for the Groton School District. I am extremely excited
about being a part of this new paper, as it should prove to be a
wonderful asset for my program. I look forward to reaching the
Cortland-Tompkins counties each week as I bring you information about
the Groton youth and their community.
It was a busy summer for the Groton Youth Services program! July
6 , 1993 marked the beginning of our summer recreation program which was
based at the Groton Memorial Park. A wide variety of activities were
available ranging from day camps to field trips . The children actively
participated in community-minded projects such as constructing a float
for our Festival Days parade and making a quilt to be displayed at the
Ithaca ScienceFest to be held in October. All services offered were
free of charge to Groton youth.
In addition, several young people were occupied with summer jobs
which were obtained through the youth employment service . This program
matches youth with job requests from people within the community. The
youth employment service will continue to play an active role in
student services throughout the school year.
. If you would like more information about our program and available
services, you may contact me at the Groton Jr. - Sr. High School at
(607 )-898-5801 .
_t14 North Cayuga Street
Ithaca. New Fork 14854
(607)2 i 3-i 494
Family and Children's Service of Ithaca
James G.Johnston
Executive Director
Progr-an Narrative
Groton Youth Services
The Drop-In Center is one component of Groton Youth Services and is
located in the Central School. Three days a week, in the Center, the full
time Youth Worker offers informal and individual counseling, information
and referral, discussion groups, films, workshops on important issues,
recreational and creative programs. The Drop-In Center offers a place for
students to vent their frustrations and fears. Some students use it as a
place to "hang out" in a friendly environment, and to develop skills at
peer interactions. The Center was created to help prevent at-risk youth
from dropping out of school and to provide mental health services to youth
who could otherwise not obtain them.
Youth Employment Services, Students Against Drunk Driving, the Mentor
program and planning for the Groton Variety Show all operate out of the Drop-In
Center, and are coordinated by the Youth Worker. The Youth Worker participates
in the operations of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Outing Program, Fay's Drug Quiz
Show, Banana Splits, babysitting training and an afterschool program for Central
School students.
The half time Youth Worker supervises the After School Program three days
a week, which provides an open environment for 4th, 5th and 6th graders to spend
time together while participating in structured events. At the After School
Program typical activities include: films, arts and crafts, games, guest speakers
and other recreational and educational events. The full time Youth Worker offers
support for these programs.
The most marked accomplishment of 1991 for Groton Youth Services has been
the number of youth serviced. Two new Youth Workers have been establishing a
good rapport with the administration, community and youth. There has been increased
case management as well as planned programs.
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GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Groton Outreach Worker at the Elementary school talked with all
support staff, many teachers in grades 3-6, parents of youth in the current
after school program, and current youth participants to assess what school
based activities for youth might be desired or needed. In addition, the
worker surveyed what school based programs currently existed.
There is tremendous consistency among teachers, support staff and
parents regarding desired services and existing gaps. Many youth also
identified many of these same needs, but also desired more time for "fun".
Existing Programs are,
- pscholoalst and intern provide testinq and counselinq services
- outreach worker and intern facilitate Banana Splits program
. - intermural sports for grades 4-6
- primary project, support group for youth with special needs
afterschool grograrn, fee-, enrollment Cv 1S youth, staff
E a i1.� ►tn�e(- (--�bces
5,crvices ioentif ied as desired were.
- incividual and or small gaup tum—i Fq
- social skill buildinq grouos or worksnops
- referral resource person -- BeA
- staff to network with teachers for enhanced learning .
The following program options are designed to respond to the
needs identified through the interview process. They are
suggestions for the Groton Youth Commission to consider. These
program ideas have all been discussed with the Junior/High School
principal, Mr. J.D. Pabis, for administrative approval. Mr.
Pabis has again extended an offer for programs to be implemented
in the school if desired.
NEED ADDRESSED PROGRAM POP # YOUTH
mental health Realities and People-RAP 7-12 8-10
& self esteem A discussion and role play
group for students interested
in learning about, and raising
awareness of social issues such
as prejudice, peer pressure,
relationships and feelings,
suicide/depression, respect, . . .
pre-employ- Adapt-A-Grandparent 7-12 15
ment; community Provide students and older
service Groton citizens (residing in
Groton's Nursing Facility)
the opportunity to learn from
one another and socialize. In
addition a training program
for students would include issues
regarding commitment to a job,
responsibility, community awareness,
confidentiality, aging, death
and dying, and respect for others.
self esteem; Peer Mediation 7-12 ?
delinquency A win/win approach for re-
prevention solving student conflicts.
Students are trained to assist
those in conflict to solve
problems.
family/youth Guest Speakers/special Programs 7-12 ?
education Videos, guest speakers, etc. families
would be used to enhance
understanding and awareness
of cultural and social issues.
Examples may be RAVE Review,
Alpha House, Suicide Prevention,
Community Role Players, scientists,
• politicians, . . .
access cultural Joint Library/GYC Program families ?
& educational A wide range of coordinated
activities evening or weekend programming
to include educational and
cultural activities. This
might include Dryden Footlighters,
Groton Chorale Music, Career
Exploration Speakers, Learn the
Art of Storytelling, Star Gazing, . . .
access cultural Field Trips families/ ?
& educational Sponsored and/or organized specific
activities field trips to include grades/ family
sporting events, museums, pairs
historic events, plays, . . .
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Groton Youth Commission - Monthly Report 7/7/93
-completed CPR/Basic Life Support training
-continuously matching youth with jobs around the community- i. e.
mowing,babysitting, etc.
-calls coming in from people very pleased with the job service
-Serve America project with Jeff Claus has begun organizing for the
months ahead
-7 students interested in participating
-attended year end SADD meeting
-interested in working together at Festival Days
-SUMMER PROGRAMS
- ad in Shopper-6/29 edition upon approval from Park Commission
-registration forms distributed to the Village clerk's office, the
Public Library, and the Town clerk' s office
-Christine Forand-Senior Counselor in charge of structured camps
-Haley Sherman and Erin Crum-Junior Counselors
-spoke with Jennifer Zigenfus on 7/7-she is writing an article
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about our summer programs for her internship project with the
Cortland Standard
-Jennifer is a Groton high school student.
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Groton Youth Commission Meeting/Monthly Report-6/2/93
.y office has been cleaned out and arranged.
-working on telephone-contact calls job requests etc.
-Everyone at school has been very accommodating and helpful.
-Getting Acquainted
-introduced myself to 8th grade computer class
-met with President of SADD chapter
-invited to Leadership Days
-observed Banana Splits program
-Met with Jeff Claus of Learning Web
-screened students for job program
-Serve America-community service project for Groton
-ideas welcomed
-Mentor Program
-students signing-up with no advertising
-working with Mr. Caron in organizing 6th grade orientation program
-Established babysitting list
-Certified Sitters program
-Assisting students with application process for Tompkins County Job
Training Program
-Several job requests calls coming in
-matching students
-Established "jobs wanted" list
-Jackie Merwin-Ithaca Youth Bureau Y.E.S. Program
-Met with Park Commission-5/27
-organizing summer programs
• -lunch program training-6/3
-CPR/First Aid training
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GROTON YOUTH COMMISSION
SUMMER PROGRAM
Free to appropriate aged Groton youth
Nature Camp: This program will focus on exploring the local
environment. Structured learning activities will take place Wednesdays
from 9 a.m. to 12 p. m. throughout the summer. For ages 11-14 .
Session I: July 7 , 14 , 21 . 28
Session II: August 4 , 11 , 18. 25 mim-,/Yn1qX 1_^
Creative Expressions Camp (C E C ) : This program will provide children
with the opportunity for personal growth. exploration, and expression
through activities such as creative writing, drama, and art. C.E.0 will
meet Fridays from 9 a. m. to 12 p. m. throughout the summer. For ages 11-
14.
Session I: July 9 , 16 . 23 , 30 �'�S rn'm l� !
Session II: August 6 , 13, 20, 27
Volunteer Crew: Once a week, community minded youth put their minds and
muscle to work for the area. This program will meet Mondays from 9 a.m.
to 12 p. m. throughout the summer. For ages 13-17 .
Session I: July 12 , 19 , 26
Session II: August 2 , 9, 16 , 23
Trip Day: Every Tuesday throughout the summer, the Groton Youth
Commission will sponsor a special trip to a wide variety of exciting
places. Transportation will be provided from Sykes Park. Come join the
fun!
Story "Hour" : Every Monday and Wednesday morning, children will have
the opportunity to experience the wonderful world of books. Stories
will begin at 9 a. m.
Mini.-Trips: Children will have the opportunity to learn more about
their community by visiting local businesses. Dates and times will be
announced.
Family Nictht: One night each week, a special attraction will be
featured at Sykes Park along with the usual evening swimming hours and
open park activities. The events will be geared toward entertainment
for children and their families. Family Night will take place on
Mondays from 6 p. m. to 8: 30 p.m. throughout the summer.
• Groton After Schoo-1 Proaram
'92 Annual Rej)ort
Summary
The Groton After c.E.hool Prograrn provides Groton youth with recreational and
cational activities on an on-going basis throughout-the school year and holidays.
Approximately 30 students, 10 per grade �::3rd, 4th, 5thj are chosen by teacher, social
--piorkier, and psychologist referral. These professionals: were asked to provide the Youth
SGecialist with names of students •,iho theq felt •„ould benefit from our ser'-)ices.
Major Changes - '92-'93
1. The Groton After School Program no*,; provides services from 3:00-5:00 p.m. from
's ednesday through Friday at the Groton Elementary 'school. Fellowship Hall is no
longer utilized. This location change has provided the 'louth Specialist „itli a
l711-ger support net, ,rork, mainly A,ith increased contact %,iith school professionals.
In addition, the students nw,,, have greater access to recreational equipment and
school based facilities. Last, this change also decreases the risk; for accidents
that may have resulted frorri students bei rig required to k front the elementary
school to Fello iship Hall.
. The Groton After School Program no longer functions: as a sign up/drop In program.
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InStead since September 19922, the program functions in � fit �il�I � .r a t_rr _d
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and defined capacity- providing consistent ;,eel;ly contact to the same students
throughout the year. As noted above these students were referred by school
professionals.
5y limiting the number- of students as A,ell as creating a consistent %„eekl34 group,
the program serves as a more cohesi'•.'e, trust building forum for its participants.
In addition, consistent students tram ;;reel: to ,peek, provide theatmosphere ants
structure necessary for incremented discipline procedures as .,.tell as programming
that progresses as a function of time (ex. self esteem workshops).
The above changes have served to meet the maid goal slobjecti•.,es for 1992. 't,{ith
the rie4„ location and defined groups, students are more responsive to special
programs such as Camp Fire and Healthy Heart, and in addition can create stronger
hnnriC .e�ith each other, aC vvel r• - 1 Youth `�pec�all�t.
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Main Gels — '93—'94 •
1. In conjunction with defining the student participants, there %.*.,.ill be a new i
emphasis on developing parent program relationships. Parental Wol4,4ement is a
current focus as the Youth Specialist includes parents on outings, both during
school and holiday times. Parental response has been strong and the Youth
Lnnri4lirt arils nnnunue W, relationships with parents throughout the year.
2. Another goal is to create a Minn ,after School Program handbook describing the
roles of the Youth Specialist; activitie offered; program philosophy, etc.
Highlights — '92—'93 r
One of the main program objectives during this fail was to stress the importance for
kids to "tell" if something is uncomfortable, questionable, or just plain doesn't "feel.'
right. To achieve this program goal, the Youth Specialist spent time Yreith each: group
t al k g about the students rights to feel okay and to be treated appropriately by, their
peers and elders. Another aspect of the discussions involved defming people ,;'lili the
student .: could "tell" and ways of learnlrig *v%ho to trust. Most children became, Engaged in
discussions on this topic, and ',r'er'e comfortable asking questions about specific safety
issues.
ues.
Two weeks ago, a student approached the Youth Specialist in the beginning of the
program and asked if at some point they could talk, alone. 'I,•>''hen the tirne %.as appropriate
the student ,and Youth Specialist 'sat down together and the student proceeded to tell the
Yo..rtli Specialist that over the weekend, a neighborhood boil v ass at her- house arias that "lie ,
touched her in her private places". The :student told the Youth Specialist ho% she didn't
feel that what he was, doing was right and that just t riking about it made tier want to
cry. However, she said that she remembered all of the talks that the Youth Specialist-
and ;students had together, and that she decided to tell her morn about ',,.,,hat happened
because "keeping those kinds, of secrets could really make things I%,orse". The student
said that she got up her courage after thinking about the event and told her rr,om and the
Youth S e Specialist because she knew that the Youth Specialist a r_Ine o those ,adults that
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sne could trust enough to "tell to".
This case is currently being investigated by the police. and has been filtered through
the appropriate channels. The student is currently in private coun-_elir1g and therefore,
no further referrals have been made at this time.
As a result of sensitive discussion, trust building, consistent interaction and
appropriate adult/child boundaries and limits, students are responding to the program on
many levels. They are not only provided with recreational and educational activities, out
are given a forum where their most concealed and painful experiences can be shared and •
heard.
Special Recognition
1. 1thaca Youth Bureau: thanks to S,gI is Seneyyray, one to one staff, faf- co-
facilitatirig every other' Friday program.
2_ Camp Fire: thank's to Donna for her prompt replies rand programs offered during the
fall.
3. Dominos Pizza: thanks for the tours and free pi??as for the chi 1 dren.
4. Groton Bowling AlTerl: thanE::s for the use of your facility and your- friendli
%,velcorrres every tirrre.
5. SPCA: thanks for your second year of coming to Croton and educating the children
about animal care ano concerns.
6_ Groton Pizza Place: thankss for your donation of 1 pizza a vveel:.
7_ Sandra D's: thanks for your donation of cookies.
Dempsey insurance: thanks for gour donation.
L C r t Y:�
204 North Cayuga Street
Ithaca,New York 14850
(607)273-7494
Family and Children's Service of Ithaca
t' James G.Johnston
Executive Director
To: Groton Youth Commission
From: Wendi Shaw, Coordinator
Family and Children's Service
Date: 1/25/93
Re: Program development
The Groton Youth Commission requested that I provide a summary of
past programs in addition to program ideas for the future.
Janice Johnson is to be thanked for her invaluable assistance in
this matter. She provided an historical perspective and outline
from which I was able to proceed.
The attached summary of historical growth and change will provide
an orientation of past to present. The program development ideas
will hopefully be inspiring and serve as a tool for thinking
about the future of Groton's youth programs. In addition I have
presented the schools perspective on needs as well as questions
which have been concerns for both the commission and Family and
Children's Service.
I look forward to working with you in the continuation of Groton
Youth Commission's development.
cc: Janice Johnson, County Youth Bureau
Jim Johnson, Family and Children's Service
Jeff Ford, Family and Children's Service
Brad Pollack, Groton Elementary School
Member
United Way of Tompkins County
New York State Association of Family Service Agencies
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES
Phase 1 (1980
The goal was to provide a coordinated youth service system for Groton, rurally isolated from county
services. The focus was to help Groton youth to use the County based youth service programs more
effectively and provide some additional local resources. To do this there were three major program
components were established. Integration of these three components was felt to be essential for
success:
Drop in Center: The center was open two days a week for five hours a day in the school.
Informal counseling was provided on various topics and lunch time discussion groups were
organized. An important focus of the drop-in center was to provide information about what
county-wide youth services were available and how to access them. A group of 15 students
(who were at risk of dropping out) were targeted for extended outreach/case management
services.
Guardian Angel Project: This was a transitional support program for students moving from
the elementary to high school building. It also provided additional activities to the 7th and
6th grade age group (designated as the most in need age group of kids in Groton).
♦ Offered curriculum of teen issue topics.
• ♦ Trained 20 high school students to be mentors through a series of training
workshops.
♦ Provided an extended relationship with the mentors throughout the school year.
(Mentors meet their matches in the spring and then again during a fall
orientation night prior to school starting. Mentors check in with their matches
throughout the year and assist in home work study rooms and the survival
skill group.)
Groton Youth Volunteers: The GYV's were a group of youth ages 11 and up who provided
community service. Projects included helping with the Groton festival days, maintaining a
community bulletin board, visiting the Groton Residential Care facility, sponsoring a
babysitting course, and a main street beautification project.
Additional supplemental programs were added in the next few years:
Surrival Skills program: a program for youth at risk of dropping out that focused on ways
of reducing test anxiety, improving studying skills, and improving support of difficult study
areas.
Banana Splits: a support group for youth who are experiencing the effects of divorce, death,
or separation of parents.
Summer Youth Employment Program: This provided a coordinated approach to
employment opportunities in the Groton area.
Phase II
The Drop-in Center and the Mentoring program seemed to be the two major program components.
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The Drop-in Center kept its main focus of making youth aware of county wide services
available. It expanded in other directions to include changing the target group of 15 youth who may
drop out of school, to working with 25 youth who were having school and family difficulties. Case
management or outreach was offered to 30 to 45 youth who were behind at least one academic year.
An effort was made to increase family involvement with the youth at risk by doing case management
with 8 families. Finally the Drop-in Center also began a resource library and provided guest speakers
from Tompkins County about six times a year.
The Mentoring Program also increased its efforts by targeting at least 40 youth through
ongoing education about issues affecting school success.
Phase III (--1989)
With the addition of some County funding the Groton Program expanded staff and added programs.
Educational and Preventative Leisure Programing: Offered information on teen topics with
speakers. These activities took place at school, community hall, and parks.
Afterschool Program: This operated three days a week from 3 to 5 pm. The programs offered
educational and leisure time activities for youth (10-12, two days a week; 13-19 one day a week).
Monthly Acthifies: Offered 11-19 year olds special events such as trips to other youth centers
and cultural events.
Groton Youth Volunteers: Quarterly community service projects gave youth opportunities for skill
development and socialization..
Sumner Park Programming: In cooperation with the Summer Park Program special events Were
organized.
Youth Employment serAce: Provided youth with job search skills and information on jobs within
Groton. Also coordinated a youth employment service.
Phase IV (--1991)
The general programs remained the same but less of an emphasis was placed on targeting youth for
case management. The Drop-In and Mentoring programs continued, but with less tracking of
students throughout the school year. The Afterschool program began serving younger kids and the
monthly activities were incorporated into the regular program. Summer programing varied every
year according to the youth workers. The Youth Employment Service continued mostly in the
surnmer but the Groton Youth Volunteers were inactive. The addition of the Outings program helped
to include some case management for a very targeted high risk group of youth. The most recent
change in the afterschool program has targeted groups of elementary school youth to participate in a
special afterschool opportunity.
• What does the School View as valuable?:'
1. Banana Splits Program: At present the Groton schools are offering a Banana Split program in the
Elementary School for grades 1, 2, 3, and 4. Numbers of children in attendance va from 20 - 37.
Most recently the group has had to be divided due to large numbers of participants and inadequate
staff coverage. Smaller groups of 12-15 are more easily managed by one staff person. The school
does not feel they can manage to increase the program size (offer the program in the hghschool) due
to staffing limitations. They do however see this as a great need. At the present time there are no
group counseling services offered in the Groton Highschool.
2. Case Management: BOCES Pre/SAS is offering additional support in the form of case management
in the high school for a limited number of youth (8) and their families. There are many additional
youth who could benefit from this type of case management, but again there are no staff people to
assist in this matter.
3. Alcohol Programs: Some Groton residents are accessing programs through Alpha House to find
support and assistance in alchohol related issues. These programs are based at Alpha House.
4. Outing Program: IYB is still willing to target Groton but a commitment from the school or Groton
Youth Commission to provide a steady staff person is needed. The school felt this program met the
needs of many youth in need of specialized programming. The school would like to see this program
continue.
5. Afterschool Program: The Groton Elementary School is extremely happy with the current
Afterschool program and would hate to Iose it. They are willing to continue simple oversight and
provision of space, materials and liasons.
The Groton Highschool feels that an afterschool program would greatly benefit students needing
additional academic supports or those in need safe leisure time activities (see drop-in center).
6. Mentorin Program: At this time the school is dependent on Groton Youth Commission staff to
organize and train students fof this program. The school psychologist and guidance counselors feel
this program helps different student types better integrate. The training necessary to make this
program an effective one is extensive and should thus be considered.
7. Drop-in Center: Ideally the school would like the Drop-in Center to be open for one to two hours
per day in the school day (to afford staff overlap) and several hours after school (or preferably in the
earl} evening hours). The idea of cyclical programming (educational/issues) and special interest type
clubs is appealing. The school would in addition like the center to be accessible to youth in search of
an adult to speak to about concerns and or find out about community resources available to them.
There are other questions which might be of interest to ask of school personnel. Some of those might
be:
-What case management functions does the school want the Groton Youth Service Program to
provide? Through what programs?
-What type of needs do they want the program to focus on? i.e. drop out issues, teen pregnancy,
• drug or alcohol abuse, family related issues etc.
-What staff within the schools might be willing to cofacilitate programs? Interns, Nurse, Guidance
Counselors, Coaches, etc.?
-Are there teachers or support staff who would be willing to support a Teacher Mentor Program?
-Have there been any other program requests from the school for the Groton Youth Services?
-How recently have student surveys been collected to ascertain what they see as their needs? •
-Have parent surveys been solicited? Teachers?
11'hat does F&CS or Youth Workers -view as Valuable and or would not like to base?:
I. After School Pro ram: Elementary School: At present we have a good rapport with the principal,
teachers and staff at the Groton Elementary School. We have a core group of students and families
with which our staff person works. V4'e u ould like to maintain continuityi P p '
continue to develop it. The use of the school for this program is essential.n this program and to
2. School Base: It has been a tremendous benefit to have a room provided staff and youth for both
informal discussions and more formal programming. This gives Groton Youth Commission staff the
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opportunity for visibility and accessibility within the school. Ultimately it affords coordination of
efforts between youth, school and outside services.
3. C}utine Program: F&CS has enjoyed the coordination of the Ithaca Youth Bureau's Outing Program
in Groton in the past, and in other municipalities at present. Although we felt a clearer definition of
roles and program goals to be necessary for more successful programming, it was felt to be well
worth reestablishing this program in Groton. Attached are the new guidelines established for this
partnership.
4. SchooI Relationships: The relationship Groton Youth Commission staff has with the Groton High
School staff needs enhancement and clarification if programing within the school is to resume. Clear
expectations should be outlined for all involved.
Questions and problems that may have to be addressed:
In the past several of the following issues have been questions the youth commission or F&CS have
considered problems. Some of them may still be relevant; others may not. While some issues ma
not be worth discussing at this time the resolution of concerns is important to both the Youth y
Commission and F&CS.
I. Hirin a Groton resident to fill the position of youth worker. How important is this and
what is the reasoning? What options exist for the reconciliation of this issue?
2. Pa in a youth worker more move . F&CS feels that one of the factors contributing to the
high rate of turn over and the caliber of youth workers is due to the fact that Groton is the Iowest
Paying municipality for youth workers. The incoming salary for all other Youth Specialists is $16 500
Per year.
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• 3. Decreasing the administrative expenses that Groton to F&CS
pays Groton is aware of the
fact that they are required to pay more administrative costs than other municipalities. They are
willing to do some additional administrative work in order to decrease these charges. The decrease of
administrative charges will also help to create some additional funds for staff salaries`'
Specifically what responsibilities is the commission willing to assume? `'
4. Co nunication with the school. NNIhile a school board member is appointed to the Youth
Commission, communication still seems to be a problem. School administration approaches youth
workers and asks them to fulfill additional responsibilities. This puts the youth worker and F&CS in
a difficult position. How can school communication become better? (would it help to have JD or a
guidance counselor on the youth commission, or have JD appoint a school staff person?) (If this is
not possible can a school person report to the youth commission on a regular basis?) Are youth
Commission minutes sent to school personal this may be of some help. Brad Pollack (Groton School
Psychologist)has offered to attend a meeting, or meet individually with a member of the commission
for clarification of school needs and concerns.
5. The Varie Show. Who's responsibility is it to plan and operate the variety show? (Staff,
F&CS, Youth Commission) If it is a joint responsibility how are functions divided up? Can some of
the regular responsibilities staff have be decreased in order to allow them the time for the variety
show planning? Is the Youth Commission planning to do a Variety show for 1993?
6. There has been confusion of the travel yolicy for staff and F&CS administrative workers.
F&CS is willing to write a clear policy which would in effect state that travel time to and from work
• is not counted as "work time". Staff claim mileage from F&CS if they go to the school from staff
meeting and/or supervision only.
7. There has also been confusion on how much of the youth workers time is spent on
supervision and planning and how much on direct service. A clear schedule and understanding of
why "x" amount of time needs to be spent in supervision and planning can be presented to the
commission and updated when changes are made.
8. Some programs require a smaller staff to youth ratio, depending on the goals of the
program and type of youth that are targeted. The ability of youth workers to handle a larger number
of youth has been a question in the past. Clear expectations about numbers of youth to be served and
why this number was targeted need to be explained for each program.
9. Clarity about Groton Youth Commission expectations is essential for a positive working
relationship between staff and commission. Timetables for monthly calendars and program updates
would be helpful. What is expected in a progrm report? What advocacy and support does the
commission offer a youth worker? What lines of communication regarding concerns is in place?
10. Others?
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IOUTH BUREAU COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF TOMPKINS COUNTY MUNICIPAL YOUTH COMMISSIONS
*****DEVELOPING YOUTH POTENTIAL****
VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG/TOWN ULYSSES TOWN OF LANSING TOWN/VILLAGE GROTON
1 youth program manager 1 .5 youth program managers 1 .5 youth program mgrs.
School-Based: Middle School School-Based
School Community-Based (Elementary and H.S. )
In-School and After-School Programs: After-School Programs: In-School and-After-School
^ams: Programs;
Job Readiness/Youth Employment (ages 11 15) 3 After-School Groups (middle school ) Banana Splits (4 - 6)
Workshops Interest Workshops: Horticulture
Job Referrals Fitness & Food Fun, Learn, & Travel
3 4 10) Summer Jobs for Teens Nature Studies (3 after-school groups
Arts & Crafts grades 4-5-6)
Outing Program (grades 9 12) New Games Ice-Skating
6 9) Big Friend/Little Friend (grades 4 - 10) Large Group Outing: Ice-Skating Swimming
Playground Ambassadors ( K-3 & 9-12) Bowling Field Trips
Chopsticks (multiculturalism)- Middle School Hiking
Peer Players (middle school ) Outing Program Adopt-a-Grandparent
One-to-One Academic Excellence Group (H.S. )
Social Activities - Dances/Suppers (middle school )
In-School and Field Trips Job Placement (H.S. )
Certified Sitters (ages 12 - 16) Mentoring Program Focus Discussion Group
(grades 7 - 8
Government-in-Action (mini grant) Summer Morning Explorers Program: Learn-to-Earn
14) 5 mornings per week (ages 10-14) (entrepreneurism)
9:00 am - 12:00 noon
al fun New games, focused per week workshops
"Family Fun" Suppers - at the park
ALL YOUTH STAFF Summer Fun Programs
IN-SERVICE WEEKLY MEETINGS: 5 days per week (9--14)
AT COOPERATIVE EXTENSION/CORNELL 1 10:00 - 12:00 noon
:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Sexuality Training Weekly Workshops
Stress Management at the park and in
Independent Life Skill town
Conflict Resolution
Summer Program Development Field Trips
Program Development & Evaluation
Community Networking