Youth Net, Inc.

Leadership Development includes workshops and training in college preparation, job preparation, the after-school learning center, and financial and business development including entrepreneurship workshops. Students learn how to contact a college for information; how to search for funding for a college education; how to complete a job application and develop a resume; and how to prepare a personal budget, open a bank account, maintain good credit, prepare a business plan and operate a small business. The after-school learning center helps students improve their math and reading skills by providing personalized individual math assignments, reading quizzes, tutoring and reading challenge opportunities. Through our Community Service area, teenagers participate in community service activities that give them insight and experience regarding local cultures and customs, and opportunities to serve individuals in need. This year students will participate in the Fannie Mae Foundation?s Help the Homeless Walkathon to raise money for Sasha Bruce Youthwork, an agency that supports at-risk youth and their families. Youth Net?s Spiritual Development component includes a Bible study and spiritual retreats that help young people understand what the Bible teaches about leadership, service, relationships, forgiveness, attitudes, and other topics related to leadership and responsible living. One-on-one counseling and support groups such as our Book Club provide opportunities for teenagers to talk about issues such as the harmful effect of drugs and alcohol and sexual abuse. Youth Net?s recreational and cultural activities foster Artistic and Athletic Skills Development. Sports activities such as attending Washington Nationals, Wizards and Mystics games not only provide a positive social outlet for youth but help them study group dynamics and teamwork. Our arts and crafts as well as poetry-writing sessions help youth develop their creative thinking skills and appreciation of various modes of expression.