Summer Learning Week is July 15-19 and the Keene Family YMCA is excited to share five ways you can keep your family learning all summer long!
Fostering Friendships
The pandemic’s impact on youth has been startling, and the U.S. Surgeon General has raised a flag on young people’s mental health. The science of learning and development tells us that relationships are key for addressing trauma and helping kids thrive. Forging and fostering friendships over the summer can lead to limitless opportunities and cherished memories for young people. Find out more about the Keene Family YMCA’s summer camp programs here.
Love of Literacy & Learning
Reading is fun! It’s also critical to a child’s success in school, and in life. Empower children to immerse themselves in a literary adventure. It can take place anywhere, under a tree, in a makeshift tent or in a child’s favorite nook. Let imaginations run wild with amazing stories this summer. Find out more about the Keene Public Library’s summer reading programs here.
Wonders of Wellness
Healthy bodies and healthy minds go hand-in-hand when it comes to learning. Summer is the perfect time to get children on their feet, moving and eating healthy. Studies have found that elements of wellness, such as hope and gratitude, improve academic performance! Find out more about the Keene Family YMCA’s youth sports and fitness programs here.
Summer Skill-Building
Ready, Set, Succeed! Support a student in charting their course for success during and beyond high school. A summer job, internship, mentorship or plan to pursue higher education, sets our future leaders on a path to change the world. Find out more about the YMCA’s teen leadership programs at here.
Amazing Arts
Research confirms that the arts prepare students for school, life, and the workplace. With the right plan, summer can be the perfect canvas for creativity and self-expression through music, literature, dance, theater, visual arts and more. Spark the imagination this summer to unlock the power of amazing arts. Find out more about the Keene Family YMCA’s arts programs here.