CSCC PROGRAMS

AFTER SCHOOL AND SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (K-7)

After-school transportation, nutritious snack and supervision by trained professional staff offering basic skill enhancement, computer laboratory, (multi) cultural, physical and recreational activities, etc.

• After School/Summer Application Form 2005/2006

Pre-K Learning Center

For children ages 4 and 5
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-10:50 AM
Beginning November 7th, 2005
A reading, math and writing readiness program with Young Explorers Computers, and workshops for parents, in a culturally-sensitive learning environment. Call Kathleen at (845) 473-2272 for more information.

KidzSquash

A collaboration of Vassar College, Catharine Street Community Center and The Poughkeepsie Tennis Club.

An after-school enrichment program for school age boys and girls that combines academic tutoring with squash instruction, community service and one-on-one mentoring. KidzSquash aims to help each child realize his or her academic and personal potential through hard work, a commitment to learning and developing some athletic ability.

Youth Docents Training

In collaboration with the Dutchess County Historical Society, students in the After School Program learn local history and train to be guides at the Historic Glebe House in the City of Poughkeepsie.

FAMILIES FACING CHALLENGES

Advocacy and support services for needy families. Skills building, service coordination and referrals for individuals and families striving for self-sufficiency.

LIFE SKILLS FOR YOUTH IN TRANSITION

Life-skills development, and transitional services are provided for youth who have been suspended from school, involved in the criminal justice system, and those recently released from group homes.

HIV/AIDS CASE MANAGEMENT

Services for HIV/AIDS Infected and Affected Individuals and Families. Case Management Service without charge to HIV/AIDS infected Dutchess County Residents, their family members, and/or caregivers. Case Management includes referrals, acquisition of and/or advocacy for services including:

• Entitlements
• Legal Assistance
• Housing
• Medical/Direct care, and Financial supports

On-site resources to assist clients include:

• Emergency housing and utility funds (subject to availability)
• Bilingual HIV/AIDS Support Group
• Anger Management Techniques
• Emergency transportation for medical visits, lab tests, etc.
• Linkages to health and social service agencies
• Computer and internet access (call for info.)

THE POUGHKEEPSIE BOYS CHOIR

School age boys audition to be selected to participate in the Choir, where they enhance their self-esteem, leadership and basic skills.

• Choir Application Form
• Call to schedule an audition
• Check our CALENDAR for performance dates.

For information or to schedule an appointment, please call (845) 473-2272 More...

P.L.E.A. / PEER ADOLESCENT PROGRAM

The Poughkeepsie Learning and Educating about AIDS (P.L.E.A.) reflects a successful approach to educating youth about HIV/AIDS. Our success demonstrates that the best way to keep our youth healthy is eliminating myths and beliefs, and changing destructive attitudes and behaviors.

The training is a six-week program meeting twice a week after school. The program is for youth ages 13-18 who are trained to become Peer Educators in the area of HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention. The training includes:

• Basic Facts on HIV infection
• HIV fear reduction
• HIV counseling and testing
• Self-esteem
• Decision making
• Negotiation
• Confidentiality
• Weekly cash stipend

Peer Info

After completing the six-week Peer Education training, students can go on to participate in the 12-week advanced P.L.E.A. Program. Teens participate in group projects such as the "Quilting for Awareness" Project, and community outreach while promoting HIV/AIDS awareness and education.

Each Peer Adolescent Participant must have one of the following:

• Enrolled in school with a minimum of a "B" average, or G.E.D. program
• Plus - Good communication skills
• Good verbal skills
• Parental consent if under the age of 18

Interview Form

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