Education

2022 Summer Programming

June 15, 2022

At last week’s 15th Night Network Gathering, we asked partners to share about their upcoming Summer programs for youth. We are so excited to see so many amazing programs and opportunities available to youth in our community. Continue reading for more info!

4J School District Summer Programs
Contact: Tia Holliday holliday@4J.lane.edu

Summer Intensive Programs are available at a variety of schools, and
students can go to programs at a school where they are not
enrolled. Programs offer school credit and students can enroll
online.

9th Grade Summer Bridge – these are school specific. Students can
meet their teachers, meet peer navigators, get familiar with the
building.
High School credit recovery program
Future Build – Students can be onsite and get college credits to work
on construction sites. On the job training.

Summer Academy to Inspire Learning (SAIL)
Contact: Brandi Hoffman bhoffma2@uoregon.edu

Pre-college program to inspire students to pursue, enroll, and succeed in higher education.
Programs for everything from journalism, to architecture and design.
During the program students can get support applying for school
Residential program coming back this year. Opportunity to experience college first hand.
Some programs offer high school credit as well
If students participate in the program two years in a row they can become eligible for a full housing scholarship at U of O.

Springfield School District Summer Programs
Contact: Mindy Leroux mindy.leroux@springfield.k12.or.us

Credit rebound starts in July
Summer Enrichment in August
Strong Start Program (2 weeks for incoming freshman)
- Decision making skills, getting comfortable with campus, etc.

City of Eugene Parks & Rec Summer Programs
Contact: Mya Griffith MGriffith@eugene-or.gov

RAP (Recreation Apprentice Program)
- The RAP program gives 14-17-year old’s the opportunity to gain job skills while working in Recreation programs: youth camps, recreation classes and preschool.
- RAP participants will receive general recreation trainings such as Positive Behavior Management, Work-Team Development and Growth Mindset to mention a few. RAP participants will also receive industry training including CPR, First-Aid and Food Handlers Permit.
Vibe at Petersen Barn Community Center
- Teen hangout, safe space on Friday nights 5-9pm
- Free food, games, art, music, and more!
- Ages 12 – 18

Looking Glass New Roads

Afternoon snack at Monroe park every other Monday (starting May 16th) 2-4pm
Queer Cheer every Wednesday
New Roads talent show in June
Day trip to the coast planned for July
Pride event in August
End of August will have a spa day for haircuts, nails, face masks.

NW Youth Corps
Contact: Zeke Zeff zekez@nwyouthcorps.org

Summer Youth Camping Crew (5 weeks)
- Ages 16 – 19
- Online application can be found on website
- Youth earn stipend and possibly school credit for participating in the program.
- There is a program fee but we do offer financial assistance.

Positive Community Kitchen
Contact: Sarah Rivera sarah@postivecommunitykitchen.org

New cohort starts June 20th. Orientation is June 16th. Runs through September 20th.
- Mondays and Tuesdays. We need kids to join!
- Safe space for kids to give back to their community
Also looking for teens to join PCK youth committee
No experience needed. We are a teaching kitchen!

Centro Latino Americano, Downtown Languages, and Xhicanitas
Contact: Julia Hernandez jhernandez@centrolatinoamericano.org

Puertas Abiertas/Pasos al Futuro Summer Leadership Academy is a FREE 2-3 week summer program for Hispanic youths ages 16-21, offered in partnership with Lane Community College. Activities vary from year to year, but generally include leadership activities, financial literacy, story telling, goal setting, art, scholarship writing, job shadowing, résumé writing, field trips, more.
Xhicanitas book club
Starting a culture youth group (ages 5 – 17)
- Youth leadership, healing circles, bring in resources and help parents access.

To learn more about any of these Summer programs, please reach out to the contacts listed above. To see a full list of 15th Night Community Partners, click here. If you are interested in learning more about the 15th Night Network, or would like to attend a meeting please contact AmandaF@15thnight.org.