Keystone - Fall 2023
Through Keystone Club, you’ll become the leader you’re meant to be. You’ll practice leadership through real-world projects, you’ll be part of a team of members who help each other grow and learn and you’ll get practical guidance from an advisor who will challenge you to build on abilities you already have. As part of the next generation of leaders, you’ll be spearheading change in the workplace, in your community and even globally – doing your part to make the world a better, safer, cleaner, fairer and kinder place
AVAILABILITY:
Age: 13 and up
Time: TBD
Age: 14 and up
Time: Mondays 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Torch Club - Fall 2023
Torch Club is a “club within the Club,” helping to meet the special character-development needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage in their life. Torch Club is a powerful vehicle through which young people develop and strengthen their 21st-century leadership skills, giving them a firm foundation of good character and integrity. Torch Club members elect officers and work together to implement projects in the four focus areas: service to Club and community; education; health and fitness; and social recreation.
AVAILABILITY:
Age: 11 - 13
Time: TBD
Age: 11-13
Time: Tuesdays 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Age: 11-13
Time: Mondays 2:00PM - 3:00PM
UPS Road Code - Select Dates All Year
UPS Road Code focuses on different safety principles throughout the program, from basic instruction to the consequences of risky behaviors such as talking on cell phones, texting or drinking while driving. During the program, teens have a chance to practice what they’ve learned thru an interactive driving simulation experience featuring state of the art virtual reality headset, headphones, and a Miracast device. The virtual reality equipment package is provided in a specially designed storage/carrying case complete with disinfectant wipes.
AVAILABILITY:
Ages: 14 and up
Next Session: TBD
Interested in attending? Contact: Teen Director, Michela Paganelli, at mpaganelli@bgccapo.com
Boys to Men - Fall 2023
Boys to Men represents a targeted effort to engage young boys in discussions and activities that reinforce character, leadership and positive behavior. Each participant participates in various activities that underscore the notion that he is on a personal journey of maturation and growth. Each of the program’s 10 sessions use interactive activities to focus on a specific aspect of character and manhood.
AVAILABILITY:
Ages: 11 - 13
Time: Thursdays 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Smart Girls - Fall 2023
SMART Girls is a National BGCA program designed for Club girls to learn about health, wellness, and life skills. SMART Girls is divided into ages 8-10, 11-13, and 14-18. In this program, the girls are offered a safe environment to be authentic, honest, and candid when expressing feelings about their mind, body, and community.
AVAILABILITY:
Ages: 10 - 12
Time: Thursdays 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ages: 14 - 18
Time: Thursdays 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Photovoice - Fall 2023
Photovoice is a creative program Partners 4 Wellness facilitates at the Club. In this program, teens develop ways to educate their peers about the harms of underage drinking and substance abuse. Last session, the teens made large canvases with a caption and a photo representing why these teens are choosing to rise above and stay drug and alcohol-free.
AVAILABILITY:
Ages: 13 - 18
Time: Wednesdays 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MyFuture - Fall 2023
My Future is a program that will start in September to help guide the members as they map out their academic year. This program will act as a counseling course for the teens to set goals, investigate internships, apply for college, and more. Consistent grade checks and looking at completed assignments will help keep the members on track.
AVAILABILITY:
Ages: 13 - 18
Time: Tuesdays 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM