We are a New Haven, CT based non-profit founded in 2000 dedicated to providing opportunities for young people to develop a positive sense of self, and a connection and commitment to others through programs that incorporate environmental exploration, leadership and community service. Here are our stories and adventures.
July 10, 2006 - CSP Day 1Ashley's Day
So when I first walked in here, I thought I was going to be a little nervous. But then when it was time to eat breakfast I met this girl and her name is Jaymiah. When we started talking we had a lot in common; she was one of the first people I met. Then, when it was time for lunch and after lunch, I met these other two girls named Natasha and Naomy and I played a game of telephone with them and Jaymiah. We had a lot in common, we had fun. We thought today was not going to be very fun but we ended up making new friends. When we went outside, when we were blindfolded, I partnered up with a girl named Bernice and she and I had a lot in common so we became friends. When I came I thought I would be lonely and everyone else would know each other because some of the kids had been here before I had, but I ended up making quite a few friends and I was really happy about that.
I learned something new, I learned about water molecules and how they're formed. You need oxygen, you need hydrogen and convalent bonds and that forms a water molecule. My favorite game that we did today was the blindfold [Trust Walk] because that built my trust in getting to know other people and that will probably help for tomorrow because we might do the same thing. The partner that I had trusted me and we had a strong bond and that's how we became friends.
About me
- I'm joanne
- From New Haven, CT
- We are an environmental education and youth development non-profit in New Haven, CT. We engage urban youth in their local environment using our unique program model: Kids Explore! (where youth learn about their local ecology and ecosystems) Kids Do! (where youth identify an environmental problem and utilize youth-led action to solve the issue) Kids Teach! (where youth educate others about what they have learned an accomplished). Our curriculum uses hands-on experiential lessons, games, songs and a dedicated staff to teach environmental concepts, build teamwork skills and empower youth. We run several programs, including our afterschool Steward Teams, in-school Hands-on Outdoor Learning Adventure, and our summer Citywide Steward camp. We also facilitate a Youth Advisory Group (YAG), where dedicated participants take leadership in the organization, including running their own programs and sitting on the Board of Directors. Our high school interns work in youth-adult partnership to run all our out of school programs, learning critical skills for future careers and personal growth. Join us as we share our many adventures and accomplishments with you.
- For more information about us, check out our website: SolarYouth.org
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