YMS Programs
All YMS programs are based on Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
The five core competencies of social and emotional learning include: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making.
WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Youth who receive social and emotional training typically demonstrate:
- High self-esteem and reduced anxiety1
- An increase in academic improvements1
- Increased attachment to school1
- Improved behavior observed by teachers2
1 Yale University Research: Ivcevic, Rivers & Brackett, 2004
2 Preliminary RCT findings (final report in progress…Grissmer, 2016)
We measure youth success using research proven methods to ensure we are making an impact.
After school groups are conducted through Lockport Spokes: Mondays at the Kenan Center and Thursdays at Aaron Mossell Jr. High (late bus is available).
Thumbs Up – literacy based, social emotional learning (SEL) for grades K-1
High Five: literacy based, social emotional learning (SEL) for ages 7-11 
C3: STEM based learning with a SEL component for ages 8-18
The Game of Life: game based SEL for older youth ages 12-18
All programs have a social emotional learning (SEL) component that builds resiliency and assists youth in making responsible decisions. Please review social and emotional learning for information about what children learn in group mentoring.