Unity 4Teens/Middle School

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Unity 4Teens/Middle School

The Unity 4Teens (U4T) Youth Development program was initiated in 2011 in response to the growing need for structure, enrichment, and mentoring opportunities for some of Broward’s underserved middle school-age youth. Our program has been designed to help students achieve academic and social success, reduce any risk behaviors present, learn skills to help them grow into self-sufficient, productive adults.

Through our 2Generation approach, we not only have our youth in mind, but we also work with the families. Our success coaches will connect youth – and their families – to essential services and provide follow-up meetings with to ensure both youth and their family’s needs are being met.

 

U4T is a year-round after-school and summer program aiming to help eligible students attending one of the following middle schools in Broward County:

 

While in our U4T program, students will:

  • Learn life skills,
  • Explore career paths,
  • Develop leadership skills as they engage and participate in promoting their youth voice,
  • Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills,
  • And learn how to focus on challenging activities such as being part of our Chess Club.

 

How do I register my son/daughter in the Unity 4Teens program for middle school?

To enroll in our U4T middle school program, please contact us at (754) 221-8253 to have our Program Assistant help you with any questions you may have and walk you through our registration process.

 

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER!

Unity 4Teens - Middle School Program Registration

If you have questions regarding the registration process or the U4T program, please contact Iris Adames at (754) 280-9873 or Maritza Gil at (754) 221-8253. 

 

Key program elements:

  • Strengthen protective factors by helping youth develop resiliency, a positive outlook, healthyfamily dynamics, pro-social relationships with peers and adults, positive decision-making skills,strong community attachment, and academic success.
  • Reduce risk factors leading to teen pregnancy, delinquency, substance abuse, familydysfunction, mental health concerns, negative self-image, negative peer associations, and lowschool performance.
  • Daily academic services help our youth improve their grades, review classroom assignments,and learn valuable study habits.
  • Enrichment activities provide essential life skills training, expose our youth to fine arts andcultural activities, and even educate them on how to give back to the community in a form ofcivic engagement.
  • Offer a six-week summer program that served more than 300 students

 

Community Partners: Broward County Public Schools & City of Hollywood

NOTE: Completion of this document does not guarantee acceptance into the program. You will receive notification of your son/daughter’s acceptance within five business days.

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