Youth Programs
Building Tomorrow's Leaders
Inspiring future leaders and problem-solvers through interactive programs, both inside and outside the classroom. Our single-session and multi-session workshops provide a platform for empowering youth to meet life’s challenges with confidence and competence. After-school programs for K – 12th grade. Leadership training, Craft Club, GAME ON! and community service, are just a few of the ways our youth get involved and make a difference in the lives of others.
Alexandra, St. Lukes Junior
Cole, NCHS Sophomore
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GAME ON! (GRADES 2-3)
The GAME ON! program is a unique opportunity 2nd and 3rd third graders to learn valuable interpersonal, cooperation and collaboration skills in an non-competitive, friendly and safe environment.
Led by the CARES Education and Program Manager, along with NCL & SLOB 7th-12 grade volunteer leaders, students are presented with a multitude of interactive games and activities which facilitate communication, problem-solving, self-confidence, and resilience.
These after-school programs foster friendship and teamwork while providing a safe and fun environment for kids to be themselves.
Skills Addressed
- Self-Confidence
- Respect
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Team Building
MIDDLE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
The Middle School Leadership Program provides 7th and 8th grade students with the opportunity to work with an adult mentor and their peers on developing their leadership skills. This 6 week program is designed to help students enhance their social skills which are so important at this developmental stage.
This program is able to teach valuable skills such as team building, communication, problem solving, and public speaking through a variety of interactive games and activities. Offered after school at Saxe Middle School.
Skills Addressed
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Decision Making
- Resilience
- Public Speaking
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
Leadership Program
This program trains current high school students in the community to become successful driven leaders. This program leaves kids with a multitude of leadership skills designed to serve them in future endeavors even beyond their high school environments. By allowing students to step outside the classroom and get involved in a variety of community organizations, they learn they can truly make a difference in the lives of others.
Students are able to grow individually and alongside their peers in a supportive and fun environment. This knowledge-filled program leaves students capable and confident to take on the next chapter in their life. Admittance into Leadership Program is by nomination: parent, peer, self, faculty, and/or community leader. Nominations may be sent to CARESinfo@newcanaanCARES.org
Skills Addressed
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Organization
- Poise & Presence
Alex G., NCHS JR
Click here to see recent High School leaders videos as part of their community service projects.
PRIVATE GROUP WORKSHOPS
CARES offers private workshops for youth groups (i.e. NCL, Girl Scouts, SLOBs, etc.) on a variety of topics. Programs are offered as 1-3 session sets, with knowledge, skill, and practical application components. Topics include Peer Pressure, Exclusion, Transitions, and much more.
Please contact us to schedule a workshop for your group.