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Offers educational programs and events to help improve the community and environment. Educational Programs More information:
- Focuses on agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, home horticulture, 4-H and youth development
- Programs include clinics, field days, seminars, conferences, consultations, small group discussions, camps, after school programs, and club meetings
Offers guidance in becoming effective leaders and agents of change among peers and within the community. Community Center More information:
- Youth of the Year celebrates achievements beginning locally with opportunities to progress to state, regional, and national levels
- Keystone Club (14 to 18 years) provides leadership development opportunities in academic success, career preparation, and community service
- Torch Club (11 to 13 years) develops leadership skills through chartered, small-groups, and service clubs
- Youth for Unity promotes equity and inclusion through service-learning, activities, and conversations
- School-based programming offered at Howard Community College, Harper's Choice Middle School, and Laurel Woods Elementary School
Promotes wellness and builds foundation of social-emotional skills, healthy choices, and physical activity. Community Center More information:
- Passport to Manhood promotes and teaches responsibility to prepare boys for adulthood
- Smart Girls promotes health, fitness, prevention, education, and self-esteem to prepare girls for adulthood
- SMART Moves focuses on building attitudes and skills that support healthy decision making and promotes positive health outcomes
- Triple Play promotes overall health by increasing daily physical activity, teaching nutrition, and developing healthy relationships
- School-based programming offered at Howard Community College, Harper's Choice Middle School, and Laurel Woods Elementary School
Provides support, accountability, and opportunities for youth who have violated the law or are a danger to themselves or others. Crime Prevention and Response, Correctional Facilities and Services
Provides a variety of camps, including those for arts & crafts, sports, swimming, and technology. Camps More Information:
- Overnight camps available during the summer
Provides resources to succeed in school, maintain good health, and prepare for college, technical school, or the workforce. Youth Programs, Employment Services, Educational Programs More Information:
- Provides tutoring and homework help, including ACT/SAT prep
- Offers a paid summer youth employment program
- Provides counseling services
- Offers a confidential teen health clinic
Offers guidance in becoming effective leaders and agents of change among peers and within the community. Community Center More information:
- Youth of the Year celebrates achievements beginning locally with opportunities to progress to state, regional, and national levels
- Keystone Club (14 to 18 years) provides leadership development opportunities in academic success, career preparation, and community service
- Torch Club (11 to 13 years) develops leadership skills through chartered, small-groups, and service clubs
- Youth for Unity promotes equity and inclusion through service-learning, activities, and conversations
- School-based programming offered at Howard Community College, Harper's Choice Middle School, and Laurel Woods Elementary School
Promotes wellness and builds foundation of social-emotional skills, healthy choices, and physical activity. Community Center More information:
- Passport to Manhood promotes and teaches responsibility to prepare boys for adulthood
- Smart Girls promotes health, fitness, prevention, education, and self-esteem to prepare girls for adulthood
- SMART Moves focuses on building attitudes and skills that support healthy decision making and promotes positive health outcomes
- Triple Play promotes overall health by increasing daily physical activity, teaching nutrition, and developing healthy relationships
Offers recreation, fitness, and aquatic programs for youth and adults. Leisure Activities/Recreation More information:
- Provide access to therapeutic exercise
Educates the community on agriculture, agribusiness, conservation, health, nutrition, financial literacy, and sustainable horticultural practices. Educational Programs More information:
- Offers online information on gardens, landscaping, weeds, and insect identification
- Helps farmers to improve the use of their manure for better economic and practical benefits
- Provides the Master Gardeners and 4-H youth educational programs
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Offers athletic and recreational activities for all ages, and after-school and summer educational, athletic, and recreational activities for school-aged individuals.
Youth Programs
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- Includes outings, meals, and snacks for school-aged
- Offers computer labs, homework help, tutoring, arts, crafts, mentoring, table tennis, billiards, video games, and more
Operates a gym that provides recreational and sports activities for youth and adults. Leisure and Recreation More information: - Offers T-ball, flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, kick ball, weight training, running and core strength training, aerobics, aquacise, swimming lessons, yoga, zumba, and personal trainers.
Promotes wellness and builds foundation of social-emotional skills, healthy choices, and physical activity. Community Center More information:
- Passport to Manhood promotes and teaches responsibility to prepare boys for adulthood
- Smart Girls promotes health, fitness, prevention, education, and self-esteem to prepare girls for adulthood
- SMART Moves focuses on building attitudes and skills that support healthy decision making and promotes positive health outcomes
- Triple Play promotes overall health by increasing daily physical activity, teaching nutrition, and developing healthy relationships
Promotes wellness and builds foundation of social-emotional skills, healthy choices, and physical activity. Community Center More information:
- Passport to Manhood promotes and teaches responsibility to prepare boys for adulthood
- Smart Girls promotes health, fitness, prevention, education, and self-esteem to prepare girls for adulthood
- SMART Moves focuses on building attitudes and skills that support healthy decision making and promotes positive health outcome
- School-based programming offered at Charlestown Elementary, George D. Lisby Elementary, Dublin Elementary, Bakersfield Elementary, Thomson Estates Elementary, Chesapeake City Elementary, and H. H. Garnet Elementary
Helps develop physical fitness, reduce stress, and promote positive us of leisure time. Community Center More information:
- Peak Performers introduces snow sports through on-mountain programs
- Badges for Baseball is a weekly mentorship program connecting members with law enforcement for fun and meaningful guidance
- School-based programming offered at Howard Community College, Harper's Choice Middle School, and Laurel Woods Elementary School
Provides various programs for Howard County youth. Youth Enrichment More information: - Offers a week-long summer camp for at-risk youth selected by police officers - After school care including tutoring available - Weekday athletic programs offered during the summer months - The Explorer Program Post 1952 introduces adolescents to all phases of law enforcement - Offers collision avoidance training for youth drivers.
Offers recreation, fitness, and aquatic programs for youth and adults. Leisure Activities/Recreation More information:
- Provide access to therapeutic exercise
Provides after-school educational programs to assure high school graduation and prepare for post-secondary education and careers. Community Center More information:
- Power Hour offers academic success with tutoring, homework help, and learning activities
- STEM Mentoring offers hands-on activities about science, technology, engineering, and math while promoting leadership skills
- School-based programming offered at Calvert Elementary and Malcolm Elementary
- Includes a leadership development course
- Provides a training program for individuals interested in working with youth
Provides support, accountability, and opportunities for youth who have violated the law or are a danger to themselves or others. Crime Prevention and Response, Correctional Facilities and Services
- Offers extra-curricular activities, mentoring, mental health counseling, and on-site health screenings
- Operates a wellness center where any enrolled high school students may register
- Locations include Gaithersburg, Watkins Mill, and Wheaton high schools
Provides recreational, educational, wellness, and childcare programs for youth, adults, and families.
Leisure and Recreation
Operates a gym that provides recreational and sports activities for youth and adults. Leisure and Recreation More information: - Offers T-ball, flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, kick ball, weight training, running and core strength training, aerobics, aquacise, swimming lessons, yoga, zumba, and personal trainers.
Offers many different types of volunteer opportunities, matching skill sets, interests, and enthusiasm for short or long-term positions. Volunteering More information:
- All volunteers must pass a background check and complete training certifications before orientation
- Categories of competition include sciences, humanities, performing, and visual arts