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The Shelton Youth Service Bureau was established in 1988 by the City of Shelton
to coordinate, plan and develop services for the youth of Shelton and their
families. Located in Shelton High School, the Bureau works cooperatively with
school personnel, police, community resources, youth and parents to provide
educational programs and recreational activities that promote positive youth
development and strengthen family ties. Youth Service Bureau Director, Julie
Penry, and four part time staff members address youth issues and concerns
through life skills education classes, conflict mediation training, awareness
campaigns and promotion of peer advocacy throughout the year. Trained members of
the Youth 2 Youth Peer Advocate group have appeared in two videos aired
nationwide that target youth and give a clear message against substance abuse.
In a collaborative effort with the Shelton Police Department, the Youth Service
Bureau is responsible for overseeing the Juvenile Review Board that offers youth
in trouble with the law an alternate to the juvenile justice system.
The SYSB is a city agency located in Shelton High
School. Funding for programs offered comes from the City of Shelton, State
Department of Education, Valley United Way, Community Foundation of Greater New
Haven and various private donors.
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Contact: |
Julie A. Penry - Director |
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Location: |
Shelton High School Rm 215
41 White Street, Shelton |
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Telephone: |
(203) 925-5582
FAX (203) 924-1072 |
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Hours: |
M-F - 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
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Email: |
j.penry@cityofshelton.org |
Visit
our website for parents…
www.sheltonyouthservicebureau.com
Programs offered by SYSB throughout the year.
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Safe Sitters
This course is designed to teach young people ages 11-14 the skills to become
self-confident and competent sitters or mothers’ helpers. The course is offered
4 times a year . Please call 9244-7614 for schedule and more information. |
Teen Center
Teen Center offers monthly programs to
Shelton youth in grades 7 & 8 .
Activities include dances , open gyms and swimming at the community
center. There are also three social nights for 6th graders held in the spring. |
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Spotlight on Youth
SYSB accepts nominations of
youth who have “given back” to their school or community through volunteer
hours, acts of kindness
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Wilderness Weekend
A camping experience for young people ages 11-18, to
help build individual confidence and group dynamics. The camping atmosphere
provides numerous opportunities for interaction in a recreational environment
with people of similar and diverse cultural backgrounds. |
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Drive In Movies
Shelton celebrates families every Saturday night in July
and August at the RiverWalk – Veterans’ Park- on Canal Street by offering FREE
movies on a big screen, Bring a blanket or chairs, bug spray and snacks and
enjoy a night out on us!
Movie schedule is posted around town or on this
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Youth Life Skills Classes
Substance abuse prevention
education classes are available upon request to students in grades 4-12 in
Shelton schools. Each class is 40 minutes long and taught during the school day.
Topics include:
Respect
Manners
Stress and Anger Management
Alcohol and other drugs
Decision Making
Getting Along With Others
Responsible Behavior and
Consequences
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Juvenile Review Board
The Juvenile Review Board is an alternative to the Juvenile Court and was
established as a collaborative effort between police, community and families. |
Youth Speaks Out Contest
This picture/essay contest is offered to students in grades kindergarten through
grade 12 and deals with different issues concerning our young people today.
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Juvenile Review Board
The Juvenile Review Board is an alternative to the
Juvenile Court and was established as a collaborative effort between police,
community and families. |
Youth Speaks Out Contest
This picture/essay contest is offered to students in
grades kindergarten through grade 8 and deals with different issues concerning
our young people today.
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Parenting Classes
Classes for parents are held
upon request. Support is offered in a small group session while family dynamics
and children's issues are discussed. Topics include:
Homework Help for Parents
Bullying
Stress Management
Inhalants |
Youth 2 Youth Peer Advocates
High school students who live in Shelton meet weekly to
explore youth issues, plan community service projects, learn new life skills and
train to become youth mentors/educators.
This peer/community service group prepares young people for their roles in
society in the areas of personal growth, leadership and community involvement.
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Library Resource Centers
Resource centers offer information on a large variety of family issues. These
resource centers are located in both public libraries and in the Media Center at
the high school. |
Community Alert Program
The Community Alert Program is Shelton's substance abuse prevention council. CAP
sponsors many prevention and awareness activities throughout the school year.
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