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Youth Link

Build connections between youth, caring adults and community. Children of all ages can participate in activities designed to help them succeed in life and school.

For more information on these programs, email Lili Osorio.

Student Assistance Program

Provided by: Calistoga Family Center

Students with overwhelming issues in their lives have a counselor they can turn to for help. The Student Assistance Program Coordinator will assist students to overcome obstacles in their lives and help them on their way to personal and academic success.

Academic Support

Provided by:

• Calistoga Community Learning Center
• Migrant Education

Third through sixth graders can participate after school in the Think Tank at Calistoga Elementary School. Students receive one hour of homework help, followed by an enrichment period, including activities such as: arts and crafts, SPARK fitness, model building, hip hop dance, and more. The junior high school students can find assistance with home work from the Eighth Period homework program, for 90 minutes after school, four days a week.

Migrant Education provides tutoring and one-on-one support for children of migrant families to encourage attainment of higher levels of education.

Mentoring

Provided by: Big Brothers Big Sisters

Bigs and Littles typically meet once a week to read together, play sports or simply talk about life and personal issues. The relationship has been shown to increase a student's self –confidence, increase their performance at school and have a better attitude toward school.

Youth4Youth pairs high school students with elementary school students for peer mentoring. The Calistoga Youth 4 Youth meet weekly at the Boys and Girls Club.

Drug and Alcohol Counseling

Provided by:

• Wolfe Center

Do you or a young person you care for have a problem with a drug or alcohol addiction? You are not alone. Acquire the knowledge, skills and support to regain your personal strength, self-confidence and your life, and to live free of chemical dependency. Services include drug and alcohol use screenings, prevention groups and out-patient treatment for young people.

College Admissions

Provided by: CollegeWorks

Students in their junior year in high school can receive personal, comprehensive guidance and expertise for college selection, admissions, and financial aid. They receive this support through to their graduation from high school and from college. This knowledge empowers students, families, and communities to upgrade college choices, maximize financial aid, and increase the likelihood of a college degree.