Youth - Bethlehem Centers

Youth

Our youth programs are designed to empower youth and teens in developing self-esteem and making positive life choices. Youth-focused activities emphasize the importance of education, character, commitment and strong work ethic.

Programs Provide on-the-job training through summer internships, coaching in alcohol and drug prevention, self-esteem building and health and physical fitness.

Say Yes to Success

Say Yes to Success is a government funded program supported, primarily, through the Department of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities. This program provides middle school students with the tools essential to making positive life choices and developing goals for promising futures. Classes are held at Bethlehem Center of Nashville and at participating Metro Schools in North Nashville. Led by a trained BCN youth specialist, this program operates year-round. For additional information, please call 615-329-3386, ext. 230. For more information, contact (615)329-3386 ext. 230.

Vocational Success Institute

The Vocational Success Institute is a summer employment program for eligible 14-17 year-old students. VSI provides job training and readiness opportunities for youth interested in workforce and career development. The VSI Program will partner with the Metro Action Commission’s POWER Program and The Metropolitan Development Housing and Agency (MDHA) for the 2023 VSI Program. The VSI program for 2023 is scheduled for June 5-July 21, 2023. Please call 615-329-3386 ext.230.

Stars of Bethlehem Club

Stars of Bethlehem Club, an after-school program for 5th-10th graders, focuses on hands-on tutoring in reading, math and science. Fitness and healthy living are promoted through physical activities. Working parents are comforted in knowing that their children are in a safe learning environment during after-school hours. This program works in partnership with the Bethlehem Centers Family Resource Center and is partially funded by the Nashville After-school Zone Alliance (NAZA). For more information, call (615) 329-3386 ext. 230.

Summer Enrichment Camp

The Slammin Jammin Summer Enrichment Camp is offered each summer for children (Grades K-8th) and blends educational activities with hands-on fun. Children participate in field trips to museums, parks, the Nashville Zoo and other local attractions. Daily activities include reading, journaling, physical fitness, arts and crafts. The 2023 summer camp will run June 5- July 28, 2023 from 7:30 a.m- 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. For additional information, please call (615)-329-3386, ext. 230.

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