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YOUTH SERVICES

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.

  Contact: Julie A. Penry - Director
  Location: Shelton High School Rm 215
41 White Street, Shelton
  Telephone: (203) 925-5582
FAX (203) 924-1072
  Hours: M-F - 8:00AM - 4:00PM
  Email: j.penry@cityofshelton.org

Visit our website for parents…

www.sheltonyouthservicebureau.com
Programs offered by SYSB throughout the year.

 

  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.
 

Spotlight on Youth

SYSB accepts nominations of youth who have “given back” to their school or community through volunteer hours, acts of kindness

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.
 

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 website.

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

  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.
 
 

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.

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.
 
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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