YOUTH COUNCIL AT OREGON MIDDLE SCHOOL | PATCHOGUE - MEDFORD YOUTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

Provides leadership skill training for students in grades 6, 7, 8 at Oregon Middle School. This program is conducted from October through June. The goal of this program is to improve academic success by introducing topics of time management and goal setting to students and by fostering empathy and community through school projects. The focus is on cultural diversity, self-esteem, stress relief, and healthy relationships. It includes anti-bullying skill development. Students participate in at least one community service, business or local agency experience per month.