1 in 4 teen girls has at least one STD Mar 15, 2008
Youve got to hammer at them, with appropriate information at each stage of teen development to make sure it sinks in, she said. She said there are a lot of myths out there, too many sexually active teens think the withdrawal method will protect them, or that douching with Coca-Cola will kill STD germs. (MSNBC -- Health)
XL Global Social Entrepreneur Award Winners Step Up in Style Jan 7, 2008
New Zealanders Gill Dal Din and Kevin Heppleston are Winners of the XL 2007 Global Social Entrepreneur Award for their Support of the Teen Focused stepUP Foundation SINGAPORE, Jan. 7 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- A desire to support and help teen development, along with subsequent action, led to Gill Dal Din and Kevin Heppleston becoming actively involved in bringing the Australia based stepUP Foundation to New Zealand. The stepUP Foundation aims to educate and excite teenagers about the possibilities... (PR Newswire)
On the Scene Nov 28, 2007
A "SOCIAL CLUB" REUNION: Harry Gima stole the show on Saturday when he attended "The YMCA of Honolulu's Reunion of the Social Clubs," a fundraiser for the YMCA Teen Development Fund, at the Sheraton Waikiki. Gima bought his 1970s-vintage Angel Flight jacket and trousers at Goodwill for $7. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Helping Teens Become Safe Drivers Nov 15, 2007
Peer pressure, thrill-seeking, and the sense of invincibility that is a hallmark of teen development may cause teens to take more risks, such as speeding, on the road. Teens who experiment with or and then get behind the wheel may be unaware of how these substances may impact their ability to drive safely. (Suite101.com)
Republican, Amedore, Wins Special Election Aug 2, 2007
Kosier is a Democratic Schenectady County legislator and director of teen development at the local Boys and Girls Club. 2007 Associated Press. (FOX23 News, NY)
see more photos May 3, 2007
Kids Day photo gallery - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper. Hawai'i's Newspaper Online. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Program to lead kids toward health Mar 26, 2007
White speaks around the country about promoting healthy teen development through a combination of preventing unhealthy behavior and promoting healthy behavior. He has been interviewed by CNN, BBC News, USAToday and many other news outlets. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Xbox, libraries -- a perfect fit Mar 15, 2007
Gaming is not an activity to undertake "in an effort to lure teens and build a base of lifelong patrons" but rather to contribute to teen development in much the same way the children's library has done for youth: through best practices-based research. Gaming meets the developmental needs of adolescents established by the National Middle School Association through socialization, creative expression, and physical activity. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
YMCA of Greater Seattle Receives $100,000 Grant From Stuart Foundation for Education Programs Dec 2, 2006
" About YMCA of Greater Seattle: The YMCA of Greater Seattle is the oldest human service organization in Washington State, founded by volunteers in 1876. Today, the YMCA is a leading youth and family organization, serving 184,000 people with an array of services, including child care, parent-child programs, teen development, camping, youth educational/employment programs, family resource centers, plus wellness for all ages. The YMCA is committed to building strong kids, strong families and... (PR Newswire)
Tampa YMCA CEO headed to new post Dec 1, 2006
It serves more than 130,000 people annually services including childcare, parent-child programs, teen development, summer programs, youth educational/employment programs, foster care, family resource centers, and wellness and fitness programs for all ages and abilities. Related Industry stories. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
People & Changes May 1, 2006
STACY CHESHIRE SHOYER, who will be a mass communications graduate of Florida Southern College, has joined the Lakeland Family YMCA as its new Teen Development Director. GEICO awarded the Lakeland claims service representatives unit with a Chairman's Award for its work in handling customer inquiries throughout Hurricane Wilma. (The Ledger)
