Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders
Investing in the development of tomorrow's leaders through various carefully designed activities represents a meaningful and impactful contribution to our community. Each of the activities listed below stems from the requests and insights of our future leaders, highlighting their direct needs and aspirations. These programs are designed to cultivate essential life skills, foster mental and physical resilience, and nurture overall emotional well-being. As we look to the future, we recognize the importance of evolving our offerings to serve the community better. This gradual upgrade may involve removing outdated programs or introducing new ones that align with the changing leadership development landscape. We firmly believe adopting these initiatives will empower our future leaders to thrive in an increasingly complex world. Our ongoing commitment to this effort is motivated by a desire to create a safer environment for everyone, particularly by addressing and reducing young individuals' unhealthy habits and challenges. By prioritizing the holistic development of these leaders, we aim to build a stronger, more resilient community poised to tackle tomorrow's issues.
Sports Program
Youth Transfer Skills
Welcome to the Youth Transfer Skills program at MEYES, an exciting initiative to introduce children to recreational sports, including soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Our program focuses on helping participants cultivate essential athletic skills while gaining a solid understanding of each sport's fundamental rules, all within a supportive and structured environment.
We are dedicated to making each session enjoyable and engaging, ensuring that every child can experience the joy of sports. Our collaboration with Auburn Pal has been instrumental in the program's success. Their team's active involvement has allowed us to maintain a smooth operation, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all participants.
A special thanks goes to Kayla from Auburn Pal, whose unwavering support has been invaluable. She has played a crucial role in leading our young athletes and fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. Kayla encourages players to collaborate effectively, helping them to reach their individual and collective goals. With her guidance, the program promotes physical activity and emphasizes teamwork and personal development, making it a truly enriching experience for all involved.
Obstacle course
This Summer 2025
The youth inspire us to design obstacle challenges that foster competition and teamwork while enhancing essential physical skills like strength, balance, coordination, and agility. These challenges will also nurture fine motor skills, including those vital for writing. Moreover, they will cultivate invaluable social and mental skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, self-confidence, and concentration. This initiative will intertwine obstacles and elements of history, math, science, and more. We are excited to embark on this journey in the summer of 2025.
Swimming
Period for Swimming Activities
This newly established program for youth is a thrilling adventure waiting to unfold. Filled with endless possibilities for fun, we are excited to take the kids to the beach, each equipped with their lifejackets, under the careful supervision of three to five dedicated staff members. Here, we will nurture their love for swimming in an exhilarating and supportive environment. Beyond being enjoyable, swimming offers a beautiful opportunity to stay fit and forge lasting friendships. It’s a healthy pursuit that can enrich their lives for years. With its countless physical and mental health benefits, we are thrilled to announce our plans to extend the days from two to five days, maximizing joy and growth.
Community Advocacy
Get involved
In the vibrant summer of 2024, a group of enthusiastic kids set off for a delightful day of apple picking, eager to connect with their community and share in the joy of the harvest. Their playful spirits shone through as they filled their baskets with crisp apples. They exclaimed, “We can give some apples to people in need or share them with the goats up front!” Their excitement sparked a conversation about giving back and getting involved. Inspired by their energy, we aim to expand community engagement activities for our youth. Imagine hosting exhilarating fundraisers where older kids can guide younger ones in tutoring sessions, sharing knowledge and creativity! We can also encourage contributions of gently used items like toys, clothes, or wipes to help those who need them. Additionally, joining a youth advisory group will empower them to voice their ideas and make impactful changes. These activities foster a sense of responsibility and create a stronger, more connected community, allowing our youth to thrive and make a difference!
Feature Film Program
Filming/Editing and Acting
The comprehensive filming, editing, and acting program is meticulously designed to empower youth by enabling them to articulate their personal narratives while addressing critical issues pertinent to our community. Participants will be organized into small, collaborative groups responsible for brainstorming and developing a compelling narrative. This creative process promotes teamwork and cultivates essential moral, emotional, and cognitive skills, such as logic and reasoning. Throughout this experience, young filmmakers will be encouraged to investigate a variety of cultural perspectives and experiences, enhancing their cultural awareness. Each group will collectively create a scene that reflects diverse viewpoints, facilitating participants’ growth in understanding societal issues. Upon finalizing their scripts, the groups can rehearse their scenes, refining their lines and performances. During this phase, each participant will select a specific role within the production, whether filming, directing, or acting. This selection process empowers individuals to take ownership of their contributions while fostering a sense of responsibility and collaboration among their peers. After the scripts are filmed, participants will engage in a practical learning experience in basic video editing. This vital step not only aids in compiling their film but also provides a platform for creativity and self-expression. The interactive nature of this program enhances bonding among participants, facilitating the creation of lasting memories and friendships. Moreover, the program is an impactful platform to address challenging topics such as tragedies and detrimental habits. By portraying these subjects through film, youth can attain more profound insights into complex emotional narratives, fostering empathy and understanding. Ultimately, this program enhances social intelligence among youth by encouraging them to interpret the motives, behaviors, and emotions of the characters they depict. Through this creative exploration, participants will acquire valuable storytelling skills while increasing their awareness of the diverse world.