HFY TO HOST SUNY YOUTH SPORTS TRAINING

Hearts for Youth has been in touch with the SUNY Youth Sports Institute to set up the 2^nd annual coaching/volunteer training on a Saturday morning in March. The Institute’s program, Youth Sports NY, trains non-school youth coaches, parent volunteers, and youth sport administrators and board members with know-how and techniques of coaching.

Executive board members of HFY recognize that coaches and volunteers play a critical role in youth development. Youth Sports NY’s nine-module, three-hour course is a comprehensive lecture that is written to address key youth development issues. Participants will receive the SUNY pamphlet, “Parent’s Guide to Youth Sports” once all coaches are certified. This year, a CPR course will be added after the training session which will allow participants to receive State of NY (SUNY) Level 2 Certification and Insurance.

The cost of the training is $20.00 per person. Hearts for Youth will sponsor up to fifteen of their coaches and/or volunteers. Any other interested persons may attend by signing up with HFY and paying the fee. To express interest in attending or to get more details, contact the HFY office at 482-9971 Ext 2130.

4th GRADE GIRLS TEAM IN TOURNAMENT

Pictured above is the 4th grade Girl’s Basketball team who recently participated in a tournament in Sackets Harbor. Front Row (left to right): Alexandria Hansson and Hannah Side. Top Row (left to right): Emma Lynch, Coach Jason Lynch, Alysa Tuttle, Shaylin Eggleston, and Paige Miller.

WEEKLY PROGRAMS

This week the HFY Homework club will be held Tuesday from 3:00-3:30PM, Tutoring will be Wednesday from 3:00-3:30PM, and the Youth Board will be meeting Thursday from 3:00-3:30PM.

WHAT CAN HFY DO FOR YOU??

The Thousand Islands community is very important to Hearts for Youth. The community and its members have been supportive of Hearts for Youth and Hearts for Youth wants to know what they can do for you? The organization is interested in hearing about any potential community service projects that it could take part in. If you have a project and are looking for volunteers, please contact the HFY office at (315) 482-9971 x2130.

CONCERT ON APRIL 2nd in SYRACUSE!!

On April 2, 2010 Hearts for Youth will be traveling to the Lost Horizon in Syracuse NY for a concert featuring Attack Attack and special guests. Students in Grades 7-12 that are interested in attending the concert must return permission slips and the $15.00 pre-sale ticket cost to Hearts for Youth by January 28, 2010.

FREE TRAINING FOR WILLING INSTRUCTORS!!

Swim Season is creeping up on us! Once again, Hearts for Youth will be holding its summer swim program. If you are interested in becoming a Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Hearts for Youth is interested in helping with your training cost. Hearts for Youth will cover the training costs of individuals that agree to work two paid swim seasons for Hearts for Youth. If you are interested in becoming a WSI instructor and assisting with a great program, then please contact HFY at (315) 482-9971 x2130.

INTERESTED IN BEING A SWIM INSTRUCTOR?

Once again, it is time for Hearts for Youth to start planning for their summer recreational programs. The Hearts for Youth Swim Program is currently seeking instructors for the 2010 and 2011 Swim Seasons. Hearts for Youth will cover the cost of training for instructors who commit to two years of paid instructing. If you are interested in becoming an instructor or would like additional information, please contact HFY at (315) 482-9971 x2130.

A NIGHT OF MUSIC PLANNED!!

A night full of fun and music is planned for April 2, 2010 as Hearts for Youth will be traveling to the Lost Horizon in Syracuse, NY for a concert. Performers will include, Attack Attack with special guests Breathe Carolina, I See Stars, Asking Alexandria, and Bury Tomorrow. Students in Grades 7-12 interested in attending must obtain a permission slip from Hearts for Youth and return it no later than January 28, 2010. The pre-sale price for tickets will be $15.00.

WHAT CAN HFY DO FOR YOU?

What can Hearts for Youth do for you? Although Hearts for Youth is continually looking for volunteers for their various programs, they are also continually looking for ways to give back to the community. With that said, Hearts for Youth would like the community's input as they search for community service projects. Hearts for Youth would like to hear from anyone in the community that is in need of help. If you have a community service project that you would like help with, Hearts for Youth would be happy to hear about it. Please contact the HFY Office at (315) 482-9971 x2130. Hearts for Youth looks forward to hearing from you!

HEARTS FOR YOUTH APOLOGY

Hearts for Youth wishes to apologize to any students who had planned to watch the movie “UP” last week at the Village Community room. There was a conflict in scheduling and the movie had to be canceled. Hearts for Youth apologizes for the confusion.

COME WATCH "UP" WITH US....

Hearts for Youth will be holding a Junior Movie Night on January 13, 2010. The movie “UP” will be showing in the community room from 3:00-5:00PM. Students who have not already signed up for the night will need a permission slip.

WHAT'S YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTION

A New Year brings a time for change and resolution. Perhaps, giving back to your community was your New Years Resolution. If so, volunteering for Hearts for Youth is a great way to give back to your community. With over 25 different programs, there are multiple ways in which to volunteer for Hearts for Youth. If you would like additional information on Hearts for Youth, its programs, and volunteering please contact the office at (315) 482-9971 x2130.

BACK TO SCHOOL - BACK TO PROGRAMS!

The Hearts for Youth Homework Club is Tuesday from 3:00-3:30PM for students in Grades 3-6. The Hearts for Youth Tutoring Program is Wednesday from 3:00-3:30PM for students Grades 1-6. The Hearts for Youth, Youth Board will be meeting Thursday from 3:00 – 3:30PM.