FYI Newsletter & Carver Connection

We hosted our Welcome Back event on August 29th, and we want to extend a huge thank you to Zaxby’s of Palm Coast for generously donating food! We’re incredibly grateful to all the students who joined us and made the day special. A special shoutout goes to the FPC Admin team for their support in distributing food! The turnout for the event was so amazing—more than we originally anticipated—that we had to order some pizza to ensure everyone was fed!

The Youth Center is excited to announce the return of PBIS Grade Checks for this school year! Join us for our first event on Wednesday, September 11th, where students can celebrate their academic achievements. Those who receive good grades on their first quarter progress report will be treated to delicious pizza, chips, and a refreshing drink. Don’t miss out on this fun opportunity to reward your hard work!

The Student Advisory Council held it's first meeting on Wednesday, August 28th. The group is seeking new members to join for the 2024-2025 school year. SAC is the organizing body of the Flagler County Youth Center. The group is responsible for setting and enforcing facility rules and regulations as well as creating and participating in a number of community service events and projects. Students who participate qualify for community service hours, and seniors are eligible to apply for a scholarship sponsored by the Youth Center. If you are interested in joining please email locastrom@flaglerschools.com

The Flagler County Youth Center is open for 6th-12th grade students on August 12th. Operational hours are 2:00pm-6:30pm. The Youth Center is a fabulous facility for county youth to stop in and socialize for FREE. The only requirement for participation is that every student must scan their Flagler County School ID card to enter. The Youth Center is the result of a unique collaboration between Flagler County & the Flagler County School Board.

Currently the G.W. Carver Center is open daily Monday-Friday with special events on Saturday. Open School Year Open Gym Hours will be 2:00pm-6:00pm.

This program is geared towards seniors in the community, providing them with opportunities for social interaction through games, activities, and other learning experiences. It takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays each month. The fall program has started and will take place in September on the following dates: 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, 24th, and 26th.

On Wednesdays, the G.W. Carver Center provides a Community Assistant Program. Every other Wednesday, Flagler Cares offers services including Screening & Referral, Care Coordination, Benefit Assistance & Navigation, SOAR, Housing Assistance, ID Assist, Behavioral Health Programs, and Health Marketplace Navigation. Through our Community Assistant Program, we strive to be a valuable resource for the community. Community Assistance will be available every Wednesday, with Flagler Cares visiting every other Wednesday. Flagler Cares will resume on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024.

Starting September 4th, the ‘Who Cracked My Egg’ program will resume every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Come in and learn some cooking skills and delicious recipes! With this program, our students are able to sharpen their skills in emotional resilience and cooking with Carmen A. Gray of LLC: Rise Above The Violence. Who Cracked My Egg! Learn to cook meals for yourself, impress your loved ones, and develop new skills.

The popular Life Skills program that was piloted originally at the Flagler County Youth Center will once again return to the G.W. Carver Community Center this fall!

Starting September 16th, 2024, through October 28th, 2024! Over the course of seven weeks, students will learn essential skills from highly qualified mentors, including goal setting, financial literacy, communication, and much more. This program is designed to equip students with valuable life skills that will prepare them for future success. Plus, participants can earn $100 upon completing the program! With limited class sizes, all middle and high school students are welcome to apply. For more information and to obtain an application, please contact Inspiration of Hope Community Resources at 386-585-3450. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future!