Mentoring and Education Programs in Jackson County and Southern Oregon
American Red Cross Southern Oregon Chapter (541-779-3773 ~ Pre-K-High School)
The American Red Cross Health and Safety Courses help make our community a safer place to live. The chapter offers first aid and CPR classes especially tailored for youth.
http://www.soredcross.org/health/health.html
Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering
Scientists and Engineers Mentoring Bright, Motivated High School Students. The Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE) Program matches high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors with scientists and engineers for an 8 week summer apprenticeship in a professional, scientific or engineering environment. Whether you are a high school student, parent, or interested mentor this site contains nformation about how you can get involved in ASE. http://www.saturdayacademy.org/
Ashland Family YMCA
The Ashland Y is a true community center, where children go to preschool, teens learn leadership skills and seniors participate in wellness programs. It is a place that nurtures spirit, mind and body, where fun, rewarding programs and activities build confidence, self-esteem and physical well-being.
http://www.ashlandymca.org/
ASPIRE Mentoring Program (High School)
ASPIRE (Access to Student assistance Programs In Reach of Everyone) is administered by the Oregon Student Assistance Commission (OSAC) and is a program that uses trained adult volunteers to work one-on-one with a high school student to plan their future. There are ASPIRE programs at high schools throughout southern Oregon, including: Ashland, South Medford, Eagle Point, Hidden Valley, North Valley, Butte Falls, Prospect, and Illinois Valley, as well as locations across the state.
http://www.aspireoregon.org/about.html
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley (541-479-5258 ~ Pre-K-High School)
A wide variety of after school programs are available throughout the year, developed locally by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley, as well as nationally through the resources made possible by The Boys & Girls Club of America.
http://www.bgcrv.com/clubs.htm
Child Development Services - Douglas ESD (541-494-7800 ~Pre-K)
CDS offers pre-school classes for special needs children, therapy services and in-home visit support at no charge to parents. Pre-school sites are in Medford and White City.
Easter Seals Oregon (541-842-2199 ~ Pre-K-High School)
Easter Seals Oregon provides services to children and adults with disabilities and other special needs, helping them to live with equality, dignity and independence.
http://or.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ORDR_services
Family Nurturing Center (541-779-5242 ~ Pre-K)
FNC serves children ages 0-5 and their families through therapeutic early childhood education, respite childcare, home visits, parent support and education, crisis response and advocacy for community services. http://www.familynurturingcenter.org/
Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington (541-773-8423)
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. http://www.girlscoutsosw.org/CMS/homepage.aspx
HOPE Equestrian (541-776-0878)
HOPE Equestrian Center offers therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with special needs. For children with mental or emotional disabilities, the unique relationship formed with a horse can lead to increased confidence, patience and self-esteem, as well as emotional well-being. http://www.hopeequestrian.com/
Jackson County Library Services (541-774-8689 ~ Pre-K-High School)
Take a look around and see what's new, including new kids, teens, news, and other pages! http://www.jcls.org/
The Job Council Youth Program (541-842-2566 ~ High School)
The Job Council has the solution and will help you with identifying your career goals, getting the training you need to find a good job, teaching you the techniques of how to keep a job, and job search skills. You need to be between the ages of 16 - 21
http://www.jobcouncil.org
Kid Time! Discovery Experience (541-772-9922~Pre-K – Elementary)
Kid Time! is a nonprofit hands-on children's discovery museum dedicated to learning, exploration, family interaction, and fun!
http://www.kid-time.org/index.html
Kids Unlimited of Southern Oregon (541-774-3900 ~ Pre-K-High School)
The program helps provide one-on-one and small-group activities that actively engage talented community members with our youth. Each year, local schools identify many kids in need of nurturing mentors. Mentoring opportunities are available at all of our elementary and middle school sites.
http://www.kidsunlimitedoforegon.org/page.php?p=21
Mediation Works (541-770-2468 ~ Elementary-High School)
Mediation Works empowers individuals and organizations to resolve their differences peacefully. We teach conflict resolution skills and provide mediation services, thereby building understanding and respect in our diverse community.
http://www.mediation-works.org/pg2.cfm
Oregon Mentors (Toll-free 866-450-4040 ~ 503-517-8990 ~ State-Wide Resource)
Oregon Mentors is your connection to youth mentoring opportunities around the state. Whether you are a volunteer, a mentoring program, an advocate for a young person or a funder wanting to learn more about mentoring – you’ve come to the right place. http://oregonmentors.org/
Rogue Valley Family YMCA (541-772-6295 ~ Pre-K-High School)
The Rogue Valley Family YMCA is a charitable 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Our purpose is to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities by teaching the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibilities through a wide variety of programs designed for all ages. http://www.rvymca.org/default.asp?pg=about
The Rose Circle Mentoring Network (541-488-2361 ~ Elementary-High School)
The Rose Circle is a community of men and women who provide a safe, confidential setting for young people to build friendships and to learn more about themselves and others. http://www.therosecircle.org/parents.php
Science Works Hands-on Museum (541-482-6767 x29)
ScienceWorks is committed to serving school children and teachers through its on-site school programs and by welcoming thousands of visitors and school children to the museum. ScienceWorks' mission is to inspire wonder and stimulate creative exploration through fun interactive science and the arts. http://www.scienceworksmuseum.org
SMART (541-734-5628 ~ Pre-K-Elementary)
SMART is an important tool for schools in the fight to raise the literacy proficiency of Oregon’s children. Integrating SMART into school curriculum means teachers can have more focused, small-group interaction with students, while SMART students receive the personal attention needed for individual growth. SMART brings community volunteers to local elementary schools to read one on one with children Kindergarten through third grades while encouraging an interest in books and reading.
http://www.getsmartoregon.org/ourmission/sites.html
SODA Teens (Southern Oregon Drug Awareness) (541-789-4028 ~ Elementary ~ High School)
SODA Teens take pride in being free from alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. We strive to bring drug-free lifestyles into our schools, neighborhoods and communities by educating the community about the health risks associated with alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. http://www.sodaweb.org/youth.php
Southern Oregon Head Start (541-734-5150 ~ Pre-K)
Head Start serves families with children from birth to five years of age and pregnant moms. Families are low-income, or receive TANF or Supplemental Secuity income.
http://www.socfc.org
Southern Oregon Historical Society (541-621-5464 ~ Pre-K-High School)
SOHS offers a variety of programs for children and adults, as well as private tours at all of its historic sites. CHILDREN: Guided tours of the Jacksonville and Children's Museums are available Tuesday through Friday for classes, Scout troops, day care groups and home-schoolers. Hands-On-History workshops are also offered on the third Saturday of each month at the Beekman House.
http://www.sohs.org/services.html
Southern Oregon Indian Education Program (SOIEP) (541-301-7760 ~ Elementary-High School)
SOIEP’s purpose is to provide services that address the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students in Jackson & Josephine counties to help them achieve to the same high standards expected of all students. http://sites.google.com/site/soindianed
Southern Oregon University (541-552-6326 ~ Elementary-High School)
Southern Oregon University Pre-College Youth Programs is dedicated to providing enriching educational opportunities to students in grades K-12 and their families. Now in our 26th year we offer enrichment classes, academic competitions, courses offered for academic credit to high school students, and summer residential camps and classes. Attending classes on a university campus in a fun, safe, dynamic environment will get you excited about college life and encourage dreams of becoming a college student.
http://www.sou.edu/youth/class_list.html
