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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Hamlin Youth Group - Sidewalk Stencils
Title: The youth group that will be directed by Hamlin Recreation will be called The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force.Mission Statement: The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force is a youth group that seeks to understand, encourage, and empower young people grades 6th through 12th on their journey to become a healthy, caring, and responsible young adult.Our Goal: Our goal is to make Hamlin a healthier and safer community in which to live, enjoy, and develop in. The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force will help young people foster their personal and social development and assist in giving them the tools necessary to contribute to their community.Objectives:
To provide a range of opportunities which will enable young people to attain the 40 developmental assets and to cultivate understanding and skills, that will allow them to:
Socialize and have fun with others in a safe environment
Provide opportunities for young people to meet and learn from each other
Build their assets on the way towards broadening their horizons
Create a positive image of youth in our community.
To encourage community youth involvement and identity.
To recruit and establish new youth leaders to support the activities of the Youth Group.
Membership:The Hamlin Youth Group membership is open to all youth grades 6th through 12th. There is no cost for the youth members.Meetings: The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force meets on a monthly basis with a meeting date and time that is flexible to suit participants.Events: Each month the youth will help plan an event that will promote socialization. An event can include, but is not limited to, trips, dances, and other activities.Community Service Projects: The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force service projects will be undertaken on a monthly or bi-monthly basis. Fund Raising: The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force members will work on raising money and materials for the Group and other in-need organizations.*Parents and guardians may be responsible for transportation to the Town Hall and other local places.Disciplinary Actions:When a serious matter of behavioral issues is raised by a staff member, it will be brought to the immediate attention of the parent or guardian and followed up in writing. The consequences of such issues will be made on a case to case basis.Consent:
a) To participate in The Hamlin Youth Volunteer Force, a membership form must be completed and include parental consent (if under age 18). This form is to be filed with the Recreation Department.
b) In order to attend any Community Service Project or Social Event outside the premises of Town Hall and park, the participant will need to have parental consent on file with the Recreation Department, by the stated deadline.
c) For projects, events, or meetings within the Town Hall and park, registration is required by the stated deadline.
If you have any questions and or concerns please feel free to contact:Alyssa Kiener Youth Group CoordinatorHamlin Recreation1658 Lake RoadHamlin, NY 14464(585) 964-7222recreation@hamlinny.org
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