NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 106 Muskegon, MI
PO Box 1018, Muskegon, MI 49443
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THE CLUB NEWS GREAT FUTURES START HERE.
BGCML Quarterly News Fall 2022
BGCML - A place to BELONG.
Creating an environment where middle schoolers choose to be can be a real challenge. There is a mood (a vibe, if you will) that you have to get just right. Whatever it is, the Club staff at Oakridge Middle School have nailed it. The photo below is a typical lunch period in our Club's space within OMS.
While
programming isn't offered during the lunch period, the space is available under the supervision of Mr. David Greeno, the Site Director. As you can see from the photo, the 'vibe' is very relaxed and comfortable. Our staff are committed to creating welcoming environments so that all kids can find connection, support, and a sense of belonging.
Club Site Updates Partnership Spotlight: Embrace Books Clubhouse Construction Update Mentoring at the Club CEO Corner: Welcome MONICA TURNBULL! Clubhouse Teen Charlotte Wicks ran a successful Presidential campaign for the newly charted Keystone Club! Congratulations on your hard work, Charlotte!
What is Keystone ? Keystone is the Boys & Girls Club Movement’s most dynamic teen program. It affords teens an opportunity to gain valuable leadership and service experience. Teens conduct activities in four key areas: • academic success, • career exploration, • community service and • teen outreach. All Clubs submit for a national charter annually.
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Keystone - The Ultimate Teen Program BGCML = A place to belong.
Sneak Peak of What's Inside GREAT FUTURES START HERE.
THE CLUB NEWS
BGCML Quarterly News Summer 2022
CEO Corner
Club Site Updates
Dear Friends, I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to contribute to the positive impact that the Boys & Girls Club has in my hometown of Muskegon. As a mom of two young boys and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, I value BGCMLs research-based approach to youth development. I believe that by providing academic support, enriching experiences, and a safe place where youth feel they belong, we provide the next generation a path to discover their own greatness and role within our community. A place to belong is the foundation of our mission. The Boys & Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore would be nothing without the heart and dedication of our team of over 50 employees whose work, directly and indirectly, molds the after school culture and outcomes of our programs. With six locations operating inside of schools and one location outside of the school-based sites, we have the capacity to connect with over 300 youth per day. This number will be doubled when the Clubhouse location at 900 W Western reopens next fall!
Cardinal Elementary
Clubhouse Juniors
Clubhouse Teen Zone
Cardinal Club members enjoy building crazy contraptions for STEM programming, but only after their homework is done! Our staff provide tutoring during PowerHour.
The Clubhouse Jrs are
The Clubhouse teens took a camping trip to Grand Haven State Park and cooked pancakes over an open fire! They are discovering that adventure is out there and it is fun to learn new skills.!
working hard to fill their October reading logs. Reading aloud is part of their PowerHour everyday!
The work we do could not be done without the generous support of donors, like you. Did you know that a gift of just $5 provides a snack and meal for one child for a day? A gift of $25 allows a youth to explore adventure sports, such as swimming, golf, sailing, and more. An entire weeks worth of program supplies is covered by a $100 gift! Every gift, small and large, is valued and greatly appreciated by our Club youth and their families. Thank you for continuing to support our Club and our mission.
Monica Turnbull
Heights Teen Zone
Oakridge Middle
The Muskegon Heights Teens never miss out on Wellness Thursdays! Here you can see them doing squats to the song "Bring Sally Up". Physically fit teens are more likely to succeed academically!
Our Oakridge Middle School club explored the MCC Planetarium and Science Museum this fall. Curiosity has fueled the fun for many of this club's projects!
Construction on our beloved Clubhouse has begun and
Orchard View Middle
Timberland
we've settled into our temporary digs. Clubhouse Jrs and
Our Orchard View MS members had the opportunity to try skateboarding with staff from the CHILL Foundation. CHILL inspires youth to overcome challenges through boardsports.
Be Great,
CEO
mturnbull@bgclubmuskegon.com
MENTORING at the CLUB The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention has granted BGCML federal funding to create our Mentoring Program! Members have been working on developing their social/emotional intelligence through the Positive Action Curriculum. Students learn that taking care of others starts with taking care of ourselves!
Partner Spotlight We are honored to share a space with
Embrace
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Wesleyan
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Oakridge Upper El These Club members learned that friendships thrive when they support one another's academic growth! Academic success is a Priority Outcome of all our clubs.
Southern Ave. Our youth were over the moon to have access to browse and take home books from their collection! Aaron and Jahlil made a beeline to the Dictionaries!
Clubhouse Construction Teens have acclimated to their new spot at the All Shores Wesleyan Church on Southern Ave, and are enjoying access to the gym, neighborhood playground, and the bookshelves of Embrace books! Updates are posted regularly at nealfitnesscenter.com/construction-updates
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Timberland Club Members gained skills and built up their confidence with the First Tee Program, an international nonprofit youth development program that teaches life skills, values, and healthy habits through the game of golf.
Workforce Readiness 10 of our Club teens participated in Walk-to-Wheels, a driver's training program in partnership with the City of Muskegon's Police Community Relations Department. Congratulations!
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