Program Accomplishments 2017
The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich is a non-profit agency serving children ages 3 thru 18, through programs and activities, which stress character development. The Boys & Girls Club offers a variety of recreational, cultural, social and sports-oriented experiences for members.
The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich has a lineup of tested, proven and nationally recognized programs that address the most critical issues affecting today’s youth and provide them with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to pursue their dreams and succeed in life. Our programs are carefully designed to support achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes, which our National Movement has articulated for young people leaving our Clubs at age 18: Positive Self-Identity; Educational, Employment, Social, Emotional and Cultural Competencies; Community and Civic Involvement; Health and Well-Being; and a Moral Compass.
Our Club provides a diverse program in hopes of attracting and retaining boys and girls with a wide variety of interests and needs. This is accomplished partly by offering programs in all five Core Program Areas: Character and Leadership Development, Education, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness and Recreation.
In 2017, the Club offered lots of exciting programs:
Nutrition Program-Monthly Healthy Meals: Once per month throughout the school year, members assisted in preparing and enjoying a healthy dinner. In addition, Before and After School menus have been revised to include healthy snacks and breakfast on a daily basis. Our members have begun to look forward to our healthy offerings. Foods that were met with hesitation in the past are now welcomed.
Musical Theater: Members in grades K-8 were afforded the opportunity to learn the basics of signing and acting. A showcase of their talent, performing “Grease,” was held for families and friends. In addition, theater members performed at our annual Gala Benefit! There were 14 members who participated in this program.
WGG STEM Program: More than 20 teen members in grades 7-12 participated in, Wise Guys and Gals—Boys and Girls as WISEngineering STEM Learners. This STEM program provides boys and girls, a free opportunity to participate in hands-on engineering design activities using cognitive thinking, problem solving and collaboration with peers.
“Sew What” Sewing Program: Members of all ages learned how to use a sewing machine, how to hand stitch, as well as make their own shoulder bag and quilt! A quilt that was made by our members was featured as an auction item for the Club’s annual Gala Benefit.
“Creative Cupcakes”: An instructional program designed to teach members how to bake, decorate and design cupcakes. There were 18 members that participated in this program.
Cooking Up Energy: A healthy cooking class was offered once again this year, “Cooking Up Energy,” which was instructed by students and an assistant professor from the Nutrition Department at Long Island University. This class was offered free of charge thru a sponsorship from the Bahnik Family Foundation. “Cooking Up Energy” was open for members in grades K thru 8 and the Club ran two sessions, once in the winter and once in the fall, for twelve weeks.
“Friday Nite Fun” Program: A fun-filled, age-appropriate program conducted every Friday evening that school was in session for members in grades K-6. For a nominal fee, parents enrolled their children for an evening of fun, including planned activities and dinner.
Torch & Keystone Clubs: Torch and Keystone Clubs are comprised of young members, ages 12 – 18, who plan and implement community service projects. In 2017, more than 70 pre-teen and teen members participating in these Clubs. For example, each year around the holidays, these young adults conduct a canned food drive, organize food packages and distribute same to needy families who have been identified as Club scholarship recipients. In addition, canned goods are donated to a local food pantry.
Child Care Programs: The Club is extremely proud of our licensed Before and After School Programs. Our Before School Program, has an enrollment of approximately 50 youngsters in grades K-6. Children are dropped off as early as 7:00 a.m., are supervised by caring Club personnel, receive a nutritious breakfast, and take part in age-appropriate educational and recreational activities. Homework help is available each day, as well. Our After School Program, with a 2017 enrollment of more than 80 children in grades kindergarten through fifth, is effective, affordable, and popular with parents and children, alike. The tuition for these programs are extremely reasonable, with scholarships available for families who qualify for financial assistance.
Summer Camp: Camp includes trips to exciting locations such as bowling, movies, and mini golf, in addition to on-site activities for our Minis & K-2 group! On-site activities range from themed days to specials guests, such as magicians, animals, and bounce houses! Our program for members in grades K-12 operates from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with the option to add Extended Care, which allowed children to stay from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Our Mini Member program is available to members 3 years old (potty trained)-Pre-K. Families, who demonstrate a need, may have the cost of camp (which is already affordable) subsidized from 10 to 90 percent through our scholarship program.
Excursion of the Week: Weekly day trip offered on Thursdays during summer recess. Members traveled to different local attractions and parks. Exciting destinations included: Adventureland, New York Met Game, and Sky Zone, to name a few.
Full-Day Programs during School Holidays and Recesses: Full-day programs are conducted to provide care for youngsters whose parents must work during school recesses and vacations. The program operates from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with scholarships available. Without a doubt, this was an exciting way for members to spend their school vacation!
Bilingual Outreach Program: This program encourages Spanish-speaking youngsters and their families to participate in Club activities promoting intercultural understanding. Our Bilingual Outreach Coordinator is available to translate Club literature into Spanish and to assist families with pertinent Club paperwork and registration forms.
“Power Hour” Homework Enrichment Program: The Learning Center is a great place to do homework and to get extra help for all K through 12 grade members. Our members participate in “Power Hour,” a homework incentive program, where they earn “Power Points” for completing homework assignments and worksheets. These points can then be cashed in for prizes. The “Power Hour” program runs from Monday thru Thursday, for members in grades K thru 5.
Youth of the Year Program: Sponsored by Disney and administered by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the national program recognizes exemplary character, superior leadership skills, outstanding service to the Boys & Girls Club and the community, and academic achievement. This is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive! Each year, the Club sends a candidate to Albany, New York, to compete against other Boys & Girls Club youth for the New York State Youth of the Year title. The 2017 Youth of the Year, Victoria Lattanzio, who was a junior at Oyster Bay High School, was selected to receive the honors in 2017 at our organization.
Member of the Month Program: Each month, the Club nominates one member as its "Member of the Month." This member is chosen by Club staff based on their character, willingness to help, and positive attitude.
The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich is a non-profit agency serving children ages 3 thru 18, through programs and activities, which stress character development. The Boys & Girls Club offers a variety of recreational, cultural, social and sports-oriented experiences for members.
The Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich has a lineup of tested, proven and nationally recognized programs that address the most critical issues affecting today’s youth and provide them with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need to pursue their dreams and succeed in life. Our programs are carefully designed to support achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes, which our National Movement has articulated for young people leaving our Clubs at age 18: Positive Self-Identity; Educational, Employment, Social, Emotional and Cultural Competencies; Community and Civic Involvement; Health and Well-Being; and a Moral Compass.
Our Club provides a diverse program in hopes of attracting and retaining boys and girls with a wide variety of interests and needs. This is accomplished partly by offering programs in all five Core Program Areas: Character and Leadership Development, Education, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness and Recreation.
In 2017, the Club offered lots of exciting programs:
Nutrition Program-Monthly Healthy Meals: Once per month throughout the school year, members assisted in preparing and enjoying a healthy dinner. In addition, Before and After School menus have been revised to include healthy snacks and breakfast on a daily basis. Our members have begun to look forward to our healthy offerings. Foods that were met with hesitation in the past are now welcomed.
Musical Theater: Members in grades K-8 were afforded the opportunity to learn the basics of signing and acting. A showcase of their talent, performing “Grease,” was held for families and friends. In addition, theater members performed at our annual Gala Benefit! There were 14 members who participated in this program.
WGG STEM Program: More than 20 teen members in grades 7-12 participated in, Wise Guys and Gals—Boys and Girls as WISEngineering STEM Learners. This STEM program provides boys and girls, a free opportunity to participate in hands-on engineering design activities using cognitive thinking, problem solving and collaboration with peers.
“Sew What” Sewing Program: Members of all ages learned how to use a sewing machine, how to hand stitch, as well as make their own shoulder bag and quilt! A quilt that was made by our members was featured as an auction item for the Club’s annual Gala Benefit.
“Creative Cupcakes”: An instructional program designed to teach members how to bake, decorate and design cupcakes. There were 18 members that participated in this program.
Cooking Up Energy: A healthy cooking class was offered once again this year, “Cooking Up Energy,” which was instructed by students and an assistant professor from the Nutrition Department at Long Island University. This class was offered free of charge thru a sponsorship from the Bahnik Family Foundation. “Cooking Up Energy” was open for members in grades K thru 8 and the Club ran two sessions, once in the winter and once in the fall, for twelve weeks.
“Friday Nite Fun” Program: A fun-filled, age-appropriate program conducted every Friday evening that school was in session for members in grades K-6. For a nominal fee, parents enrolled their children for an evening of fun, including planned activities and dinner.
Torch & Keystone Clubs: Torch and Keystone Clubs are comprised of young members, ages 12 – 18, who plan and implement community service projects. In 2017, more than 70 pre-teen and teen members participating in these Clubs. For example, each year around the holidays, these young adults conduct a canned food drive, organize food packages and distribute same to needy families who have been identified as Club scholarship recipients. In addition, canned goods are donated to a local food pantry.
Child Care Programs: The Club is extremely proud of our licensed Before and After School Programs. Our Before School Program, has an enrollment of approximately 50 youngsters in grades K-6. Children are dropped off as early as 7:00 a.m., are supervised by caring Club personnel, receive a nutritious breakfast, and take part in age-appropriate educational and recreational activities. Homework help is available each day, as well. Our After School Program, with a 2017 enrollment of more than 80 children in grades kindergarten through fifth, is effective, affordable, and popular with parents and children, alike. The tuition for these programs are extremely reasonable, with scholarships available for families who qualify for financial assistance.
Summer Camp: Camp includes trips to exciting locations such as bowling, movies, and mini golf, in addition to on-site activities for our Minis & K-2 group! On-site activities range from themed days to specials guests, such as magicians, animals, and bounce houses! Our program for members in grades K-12 operates from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with the option to add Extended Care, which allowed children to stay from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Our Mini Member program is available to members 3 years old (potty trained)-Pre-K. Families, who demonstrate a need, may have the cost of camp (which is already affordable) subsidized from 10 to 90 percent through our scholarship program.
Excursion of the Week: Weekly day trip offered on Thursdays during summer recess. Members traveled to different local attractions and parks. Exciting destinations included: Adventureland, New York Met Game, and Sky Zone, to name a few.
Full-Day Programs during School Holidays and Recesses: Full-day programs are conducted to provide care for youngsters whose parents must work during school recesses and vacations. The program operates from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with scholarships available. Without a doubt, this was an exciting way for members to spend their school vacation!
Bilingual Outreach Program: This program encourages Spanish-speaking youngsters and their families to participate in Club activities promoting intercultural understanding. Our Bilingual Outreach Coordinator is available to translate Club literature into Spanish and to assist families with pertinent Club paperwork and registration forms.
“Power Hour” Homework Enrichment Program: The Learning Center is a great place to do homework and to get extra help for all K through 12 grade members. Our members participate in “Power Hour,” a homework incentive program, where they earn “Power Points” for completing homework assignments and worksheets. These points can then be cashed in for prizes. The “Power Hour” program runs from Monday thru Thursday, for members in grades K thru 5.
Youth of the Year Program: Sponsored by Disney and administered by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the national program recognizes exemplary character, superior leadership skills, outstanding service to the Boys & Girls Club and the community, and academic achievement. This is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive! Each year, the Club sends a candidate to Albany, New York, to compete against other Boys & Girls Club youth for the New York State Youth of the Year title. The 2017 Youth of the Year, Victoria Lattanzio, who was a junior at Oyster Bay High School, was selected to receive the honors in 2017 at our organization.
Member of the Month Program: Each month, the Club nominates one member as its "Member of the Month." This member is chosen by Club staff based on their character, willingness to help, and positive attitude.