Smart Moves- The SMART Moves (Skills Mastery And Resistance Training) prevention/education program addresses problems of drug/alcohol use and premature sexual activity. Based on proven techniques, the program uses a team approach involving Club staff, peer leaders, parents and community representatives. More than simply emphasizing a Say No message, the program involves young people ages 7-15 in discussion and role-playing, practicing resistance and refusal skills, developing assertiveness, strengthening decision-making skills and analyzing media and peer influence. The ultimate goal: to promote abstinence from substance abuse and adolescent sexual involvement through the practice of responsible behavior.
Junior Staff- This program usually consists of 20-25 members between the ages of 12-16. This group helps run the Boys and Girls Club of Holland. They work in the office and the snackbar, help officiate league games, greet parents and help them locate their child. The 14-16 year-olds get a chance to work on and touch-up on interviewing skills.
Power Hour- This educational enhancement program helps participants complete homework assignments, both paper and online, and credit is given for every completed assignment. Copies of the participants report cards are made so grades can be monitored.
Smart Girls- Program designed to help girls navigate the sometimes difficult path through pre-adolescence and adolescence. It allows for a positive transition by providing information on relevant topics. We will discuss such topics as positive self-esteem, healthy lifestyles & social issues
Nutrition Class- This program is set up to teach our youth to eat healthy and to also excercise. We discuss what is good for you to eat and also teach life long healthy habits.
Peanut Patrol- Peanut Patrol is for 6 and 7 years olds who are new to the Club! This program is a great way to introduce these children to all the Club has to offer! Enrollment in each Peanut Patrol session is limited. There is a $16 program fee to participate. Each week, the "Peanuts" spend some time in each program area of the Club-arts & crafts, computer lab, gamesroom; participate in a gym activity; have snack time and read a story! |
