YOUTH ENRICHMENT SERVICES
WHAT IS Y.E.S.?
Youth Enrichment Services is an after school enrichment program exclusively serving teens ages 13 – 19 years old. Our purpose is “…to address educational disparities among youth, and increase the likelihood of their completing high school and pursuing post secondary education through a multi-disciplinary program…” Y.E.S. offers culturally competent academic, artistic, social, and leadership enrichment to help high-risk youth develop to their full potential.
WHO DOES Y.E.S. SERVE?
Y.E.S. participants are teens of rich cultural heritages including African-American, Asian, Native American, Latino, Native African, and other traditions. Y.E.S. celebrates the remarkable diversity and individual assets of all its members. Individuals throughout the Summit-University, Lexington-Hamline, East Side, Payne-Phalen, Hamline Midway, and Washington county areas join together to experience shared academic, artistic, and cultural enrichment in a structured after-school and weekend setting.
WHAT DOES Y.E.S. DO?
Teens enrolled in Y.E.S. will be challenged through the different learning sessions of our program, including but not limited to:
- Homework Assistance
- College Preparation
- Career Exploration
- Life-Skills Development
- Character Development
- Service Learning Projects
- Socialization Activities
Y.E.S. accomplishes each of these learning sessions not only with our full time staff, but with the support of our community based partnerships. Every learning session is guided by highly qualified and experienced instructors, mentors, and field experts.
Our Y.E.S. Partners come from a diversified background including the faith community, colleges and universities, arts organizations, theatre companies, youth organizations, private businesses, and other organizations that engage students in appreciation of their cultural heritage, while nurturing leadership and deepen a connection with their community.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Y.E.S. Program
Jamar Esaw
Youth Counselor
Model Cities, Inc.
839 University Avenue St. Paul, MN 55104
Phone: 651-265-6174
Fax: 651-293-1928
Email: jesaw@modelcities.org