The week of April 23 to April 29 is designated as National Volunteer Week. The staff and Board of Newtown Youth Services would like to take this opportunity to thank all our wonderful volunteers.
The week of April 23 to April 29 is designated as National Volunteer Week. The staff and Board of Newtown Youth Services would like to take this opportunity to thank all our wonderful volunteers.
Independent Living Day is Saturday, April 29. NYSÂ volunteers will span the town helping senior citizens in need of assistance. There are morning and afternoon shifts or you can work all day. This is a great opportunity for community service hours. If you would like to lend a hand call NYS.
Parent Programs
Hope And Support meets on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30. If you are a parent or guardian with questions or concerns about your childâs possible or confirmed involvement with substances, you are welcome to attend this group.
Grandparentsâ Group â âThe Second Time Around: Raising Your Childrenâs Childrenâ is a new support program for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. This is an ongoing group that meets on Tuesdays from noon until 1:30, and there is no fee.
Youth Programs
HSYAB will meet on Monday, April 24, at 2 pm, in the NHS cafeteria. There are many events upcoming and we would appreciate all members attend this meeting.
NYCAAP meets on Wednesdays, 7 to 8 pm, at the high school.
SMAD will meet on Wednesday, April 26, in the middle school cafeteria.
Children of Divorce will meet on Monday, April 24, from 6 to 7 pm.
NYS Awards
Outstanding Youth Awards will be presented on Thursday, May 11, at 4 pm, at Booth Library. Nominees will be judged on outstanding qualities in the following categories: Service To Others, Babysitting, Friend, Sister/Brother, or any other outstanding quality.
Gail Smith Awards will be presented on Monday, May 22, at 7 pm, at Booth Library. Three awards will be given: one to an adult, one to a youth, and one to a business.
Criteria for nomination are based on outstanding contribution and leadership for the betterment of services, facilities, and recognition of Newtownâs youth.
Nomination forms are available at Newtown Youth Services, the schools, Drug Center Pharmacy, and Booth Library. Nominations must be received by noon on Friday, May 5.