Yesterday we had a Halloween Decorating Party for the youth in the SSYZ! We wanted to share the pictures and a couple of stories with all of you… The SSYZ youth and families came together to create Halloween decorations for the Tepe Park Boo in the Park event! (Oct 31st, 4-8pm at the Tepe Park […]
So I said I would explain this concept and why it is important. I would like to start with two stories first. The first one is harsh, but please keep reading to understand the point here. First Neighborhood: “There is this neighborhood, you know the one, it’s always on the news. Usually some sort of […]
What would happen if we looked at each youth as an individual? If we took the time to really listen to them, find out what their talents and passions were, and helped them identify all the careers that would fit with them? What if they had a strong support system and cheering section, ensuring they […]
Bullying has evolved and grown beyond what it was in our post social media era. Before, kids only had to contend with their bully when is the same area as them. With the age of social media, youth have stated it never ends. It follows them home, it reaches people they have never met before, […]
We are so super blessed to have such huge support from our local community! The Vanderburg County Health Department employees came together and all pitched in to provide our program with some money and a big box of supplies! When they came to present not only were some of our kids there, they also passed […]
We would like to give a huge thank you to the Vectren Foundation! Their employees have been intricately tied to our youth program from the beginning. Providing guidance and support. We recently learned we have been awarded a grant from them to buy supplies for the youth! This is very exciting for all of us, […]
Want to find out what our fall/ spring sessions have to offer and how being part of our program can help you? Youth We Serve and their Programs: Core Program: Ages 5-10 years old: This age group is the starting point for our core program. Once they have entered the program, it will grow along […]
Saturday August 11th from 2-5pm, we are holding an open house celebration at the Tepe Park Clubhouse (1212 S Garvin)! We are gearing up for our fall and spring after-school programs! Southside Stars Youth Zone has a variety of programs for youth ages 5-19. We are not just a place to go, but a place […]
You want to build your own business? Do you want to create something better, something new, or solve a problem you see? If so, check out these two TEDx talks and read below to find out how you can get started right here!
Are you good with younger youth? Are you thinking about a career that works with kids? Do you want to learn what it takes to be a real leader? Due to high demand from some of our youth, we are implementing a Program Assistant/ Central-City Youth Council specially designed for our youth between the ages […]