Adolescent Services/ Teen Program

The Children's Aid Society East Harlem Center "Dare-to-Dream" Teen Program uses tested youth development strategies and programming to help youth aged 13-20 make a successful transition to adulthood.

Adolescent/Teen Services:

• Personal Development: Male and Female Life Skills/Socialization Groups emphasize personal development.
• Leadership and Character Development: Hope Leadership/VIP and Keystone Club use community involvement, entrepreneurial projects and workshops to build confidence and self-awareness.
• Computer Services: Computer Lab, Technology Playground, D-Zine Team, Movie Tech and Resume Tech programs develop basic and advanced computer literacy.
• Education Services: Individual and Group Tutoring, Microsoft Excel training and College and SAT Prep courses assist youth in developing the literacy and math skills necessary for high school, college and employment.
• Career Readiness: Corporate Workplace, Stipend Employment and Career Development programs prepare youth for the work world by teaching interviewing skills, resume building, job application completion and employment etiquette. Summer and year-round stipend employment opportunities are available.
• Arts and Culture: Dance, drama and music workshops; culinary arts and arts and crafts classes address diversity and cultural enrichment through creative expression.
• Sports and Recreation: Activities such as game room, teen lounge, gym, sporting events/activities, team sports and the double-dutch team help youth develop positive physical health, socialization and sportsmanship skills.

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday 6-9 p.m.

Requirements for Admission:

1. Youth must be between 13-20 years old.
2. Completed Teen and OST Applications.
3. Current physical examination.

Register for The East Harlem "Dare-To-Dream" Teen Program.

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