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After School Programs
GENERATION COMMUNICATIONS
"Gen Com" is the Ojai Valley Youth Foundation's unique media and marketing agency bringing together youth with experienced professionals to provide effective social marketing to youth and the community. Gen Com intern programs offer youth ages 12 - 18 a chance to work on real world projects in the areas of graphics, writing, video, website, theater, marketing, and community service. The Gen Com office is located at 201 Church Road, across the street from the Nordhoff High School gym. Click here to access more information about GenCom and see some of our work! For information, email to bobbi@ovyf.org. Internship Opportunities
Graphics - Utilize your creativity and computer skills to work on real-world projects including logos, brochures, posters and more. Work with a professional graphic artist and watch your portfolio grow!
Writing - Practice your writing skills while creating articles for the paper, brochure copy and ads. Work with a professional writer and see your work in print!
Marketing - Be part of a team that does research and develops plans to educate the public about important issues and programs.
Call 640-9555 and ask for Bobbi for further information.
FREE AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES FOR JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
STAR
Wednesdays in Matilija Jr. High School Cafeteria 1:30-3:30 pm (Begins Sept. 27)
Especially for girls; a chance to connect with role models and mentors from the community, while participating in fun activities. Some examples of STAR activities have been: cooking, making cards, horseback riding, and ice skating, and knitting- just to name a few!
Club MAD (Making a Difference)
Thursdays in Matilija Jr. High School Library 2:20-3:20 pm
This is a service club sponsored by the Ojai Rotary Club in partnership with high school Interact Club members, and OVYF. Club MAD orchestrates and completes a wide range of community service projects led by club members throughout the year; including, a trip to help orphanages in Mexico.
The Leadership Project
(Ongoing by application)
A group of leaders , chosen by school administrators and other community members, that includes 10 jr. high students, 5 highschool students, and 5 adult mentors, who meet weekly to explore their own leadership styles and learn how to use them to enhance their lives. Participants are involved in a ropes course, camping trip, community service project, and much more. Must be a strong leader, and be willing to commit one evening a week for 12 - 14 weeks.
Pizza Nights
Pizza, hanging with friends, great conversation, and fun activities on Wednesdays at the OVYF offices from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Sponsored by Ojai Pizza..
Call 640-9555 and ask for Laura for more information.
OAK VIEW TEEN CENTER
Oak View Park & Resource Center
555 Mahoney Ave., Oak View
Homework Center 3-4 PM Mon-Thurs
Drop-In Activities 4-5:30 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri
Activity Planning 5:30-6:30 every Tues (for 9th-12th graders only)
All teens of the Ojai Valley are welcome to join in on the fun. Lots of laughter and things to do. Meet new friends, reach your goals, and learn to make a difference in your community.
Call 640-9555 and ask for Ashley for more information.
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE (Y.E.S.)
For Ojai teens needing jobs, and employers seeking teenage workers, the Youth Employment Service is a referral agency that interviews young people and places them in local jobs. Located at Nordhoff High School in rm. E-1, the Ojai Y.E.S. is a free service for all teens in the Ojai Valley. It provides teen workers for office help, restaurant help, retail, childcare, party help, yard work, pet care, tutoring, and more. The Ojai Y.E.S. provides assistance and referrals that help both employers and teens succeed in the job placements. For information call 646-4937 (646-4YES).
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