Blog entries

Get ready for camp!

Corinne — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 04:38:04 +0100

That time is here again; the PALS program is gearing up for another visit to Jackpot Ranch!

PALS children, some of whom have never left the Phoenix area before will go on a memorable overnight trip to Jackpot Ranch near Prescott with their mentors June 25 & 26. There will be swimming, arts 'n' crafts, movies and&nbsRead More...

April 2011 New Pathways Homecoming at Phoenix Youth At Risk

Wed, 04 May 2011 04:11:59 +0100

Youth in our New Pathways program returned from their Intensive Camp experience to a crowd of jubilant supporters.

Families gathered at Phoenix Youth at Risk to welcome them home with handmade signs, balloons, and lots of love for everyone.

New Pathways participants publicly declare their love for their faRead More...

Bookmaking Saturday

Corinne — Wed, 04 May 2011 00:54:24 +0100

Believe it or not, these books are made from paper bags! How do you do that? Kristy Baker of Recreative Arts showed us! Kids and their mentors in the PALS program honed creativity and problem solving skills and produced unique and functional works of art.

Our New Pathways community-based program is getting ready for the April 2011 Intensive camp retreat. This begins a 9-month program for teens who want to forge a new direction in their lives and the mentors who will support them along the way. Phoenix Youth at Risk staff and numerous volunteers are hard at worRead More...

Honeywell steps up for youth!

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:10:51 +0100

Painting party!

On March 5 mentors, youth and volunteers from Honeywell came together at our center to paint a mural on our new modular office!

Jasmin shows us getting messy is part of the fun!

Who will help me make my first "slam dunk"?

That basket's pretty high, but I know I can do it. I just need a hand...

This may not be a regulation ball, but I won't let that stop me.

January is National Mentoring Month. How do you plan to celebrate? If you aren’t sure how to honor National Mentoring Month, here are some ideas to get started.

1. The first thing that comes to mind for us is of course… Become a mentor! On Saturday Youth at Risk had its annual Holiday Party. Waste Management donated their time, resources and talent to ensure that this year’s party was a success. Thank you Waste Management!

Waste Management volunteers demonstrated theirRead More...

Generosity is Contagious

Emily Kozel — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 05:29:20 +0100

Throughout the year teenagers and mentors in our New Pathways program participate in community service events. This year our youth decided to change things up and raise money for a cause of their choice. The youth unanimously decided to adopt a family for the Holidays. They coulRead More...

We Are Thankful For...

Emily Kozel — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:03:18 +0100

Thanksgiving is here! It’s time to say thank you and show generosity. Phoenix Youth at Risk is fortunate to have our community showing support and kindness not only during the Holiday season but throughout the entire year.

Here’s a snapshot of the support PhRead More...

Would You Be A Great Mentor?

Emily Kozel — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 05:23:01 +0100

Are you 21 or older?

Do you enjoy spending time with youth? Do you like supporting youth?

1. A REAL VAMPIRE WILL PAINT YOUR FACE

2. TALL AND SHORT MONSTERS ALIKE WILL SCARE YOU INTO ENTERING THE PARTY

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Do You Fit the Mentor Mold?

Emily Kozel — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:02:59 +0100

Do you have a mentor? Who is your mentor? For me, a mentor might be a middle aged woman that offers career guidance – it’s what I need at this time in my life and career.

Kids visit Phoenix Youth at Risk in search of a mentor. So what does the idRead More...

Where is Superman?

Emily Kozel — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 23:26:47 +0100

Staff at Phoenix Youth at Risk went to see “Waiting for Superman” last Friday. What we learned was astounding. We all know that not every child that attends high school graduates; but the students that graduate from high school are not academically equivalent. They might have taken similar classes and comRead More...

Striving for Longevity

Emily Kozel — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:52:02 +0100

Sign Me Up

Emily Kozel — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:00:00 +0100

On September 19th, 36 mentors and 37 Coronado freshman and their families met to celebrate Homecoming, the commencement of Intensive. Families greeted their sons and daughters with flowers, welcome home signs and above all love and support.

During Homecoming, five at risk youth volunteered to share their feelings in front of 100 people. These five admirable youth tore down their walls, Read More...

Why Is Intensive So...Intense??

Emily Kozel — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 06:17:51 +0100

Since I started working for Phoenix Youth at Risk, 6 weeks ago, I’ve heard about the New Pathways Program and their Intensive. From the first day I heard the word Intensive, I thought, huh, it must be pretty important with a name like that… I still don’t “officially” know what it’s all about but I keep hearing the buzz…

The Coronado High School Class of 2014 youth joined new mentors earlRead More...