School Services | Valley Of The Sun YMCA

School Services Partnership Program

As a leader in youth development, the Valley of the Sun YMCA partners with local school districts to fill gaps in programs and school services. We know that delivering an educational experience that serves the whole child comes with new challenges, and ensuring students reach educational milestones is our shared priority. As a thought leader and quality-rated provider of youth development experiences, the YMCA is a reliable and trustworthy partner across the state. With a focus on social-emotional learning and programming for the whole family, a partnership with the YMCA comes with the continual strategic support of your institution’s priorities. We are prepared to bring our highly-regarded programs to your schools, ensuring that each child receives nutritious meals, genuine attention from caring staff, and enrichment activities that promote a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

YMCA STAFF TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

When partnering with the YMCA, schools and families gain access to quality programming led by qualified and experienced staff. In addition to receiving training child abuse prevention and awareness training, each YMCA School Services (YSS) staff member is required to have or obtain a Level-I (Non-IVP) fingerprint clearance card, and maintain active certification for First Aid and CPR.

Public Notice

This statement is to provide public notice of the Valley of the Sun’s intent to apply for the FY25 Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant as an Other Eligible Entity. This application is on behalf of Dos Rios Elementary School, Hurley Ranch Elementary School, and Edison School of Innovation. If you have questions or comments regarding this intent, please direct them to Kirsten Gray at kirsten.gray@vosymca.org or call 602-404-9622.

Where Goodness Belongs.

School Services Partnership Program Interest Form

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Phone

Birth Date

Graduation Date

Intended College Major

Expected Graduating GPA

Who Referred You?

Essay Questions

What improvements would you like to make to your leadership skills? How can participating in YLA help you with this goal?

What is your style of communication when speaking to senior executives? What about when speaking to your peer group?

What is your best leadership skill?

How can nonprofit organizations solve the problems that face our communities?

If you had to choose a career in the following three categories, which would interest you most? Why? Healthy Living, Youth Development, Social Responsibility.