Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford

Programs: Character & leadership developmentprograms in this area encourage young people to support their community through civic engagement and volunteerism. Program activities are also designed to help members develop good character and positive self-image, while developing healthy relationships with others. Key programs:torch club - is a leadership and service club for boys and girls ages 11 - 13. Keystone club - is a leadership and service club for boys and girls ages 14 - 18. Youth of the year - local, regional, and national competition that recognizes exceptional youth who exhibit poise, excellent public speaking skills, character and leadership. National competition culminates in the top five teenagers meeting the president of the united states in the oval office.

academic & career developmentprograms in this area help youth develop their educational disciplines, set goals, explore careers, and learn about technology. Key programs:power hour - small-group tutoring and daily homework assistancecareerlaunch - career exploration and job readiness. Provides tools for members ages 13 - 18 to assess their skills and interests, explore different career options, and ready themselves for employment. Goals for graduation - helps members link their future aspirations with concrete short-term and long-term academic goals. Diplomas to degrees - supports students as they work toward high school graduation and prepare for post-secondary education and careers. Money matters - teaches members ages 13 - 18 how to manage money, checking account, budget, saving and investing. Myfuture. Com - introduction to technology using various types of software and computing devicesthe arts - programs to help members develop their creativity and encourage self-expression.

health & life skills programs in this area encourage and empower young people to make positive choices that support and nurture their physical and personal well-being. Key programs:healthy habits - program is designed to teach young people how to live healthy through good nutrition, exercisetriple play - health and wellness program that strives to improve the overall health of members through activities that focus on recreation, physical fitness, and intramural sports leagues. Smart moves - nationally acclaimed program that teaches youngsters to resist alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and premature sexual activity. Smart girls - small-group program for girls ages 8 - 12 and 13 - 17, that helps girls build skills for eating right, staying physically fit, maintaining good health care, and developing positive relationshipspassport to manhood - designed for boys ages 11 - 14 to help them address critical issues they face, including ethics, decision making, wellness, fatherhood, employment, and more.