1979-2004 ~ 25 Years of Excellence Serving

Newtown!

NYS IS MOVING!

We are almost finished packing for the move to our new location. Our services will be on hold from May 28 until June 14. If anyone should need our assistance, please stop by our new location on 10 Glen Road after June 7. As you might expect, we can always use help unpacking!

Congratulations!

Erin Hayes, Job Bank Coordinator for NYS, was one of ten students recently selected for the State of Connecticut’s Youth Spirit Award. Lt Gov M. Jodi Rell and Atty Gen Richard Blumenthal presented her with her award

High School PTSA Meeting

The next meeting will be on Thursday, June 8, at 8 am, at Newtown High School. Eighth grade parents are especially encouraged to attend. Siblings are welcome!

Gail Smith Awards

We are pleased to announce that the following are recipients of the 2004 Gail Smith Awards: Dorrie Carolan and Donna DeLuca, Matthew Salvatore, and Kevin’s Community Center.

Outstanding Youth Awards

Congratulations to all the wonderful youth who were honored for 2004!

Attention High School and Middle School Students! Community service opportunities are still available. Please call for additional information.

Volunteers Needed! NYS will be moving in the beginning of June and we are in need of much assistance. Anyone who can lend a hand in any way would be appreciated. This is also a great opportunity for community service! Call NYS if you would like to spend some time helping us.

Job Bank

Job Bank is a service available to residents in need of assistance with jobs such as yard work, snow removal, babysitting, help with parties, computers, office work, and more. Contact Erin at NYS with your job request and she can suggest a fee schedule appropriate for each job situation.

Moms Groups

Moms of Babies birth to 12 months: Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Moms of Toddlers 1 year to 18 months: Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Parent Programs

Hope and Support Group: If you are a parent with questions or concerns about your child’s possible or confirmed involvement with substances, you are invited to attend the Hope and Support group. This group meets Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 pm in the Parents’ Corner. All are welcome.

Youth Programs

4H: Grades 5 and 6, Tuesdays, 3 to 4:30 pm. Meetings will be held at the Greenhouse.

HYSAB MYSAB and NYCAAP: Please call for next meeting times and location.

All programs will take place at Newtown Youth Services, 41-A Main Street, unless noted.

To register or for further information call NYS at 270-4335.