School supplies can be expensive. Do you need help with getting your children the supplies they need to return to school in the fall? The Tools for School program assists local families with equipping their children with the tools they need for the school year. This includes backpacks, paper, binders, etc. The Tools for School Program aims to reduce known …
Looking for something to do while the teachers are in the classroom learning? While the teachers are learning the students are kicking up their heels in the Agrena having a world of fun! Crafts, games, big cardboard boxes, snacks, karaoke, face paint, “Scooter Mountain”, board games, outside play, tattoos, popcorn, mocktails, STEM activities, Mario Kart and mini hockey have been …
Do you like to dance?? Do you like to socialize? Covid put a stop to dances all over the world, but here in Barrhead they are back up and running! Youth have been enjoying Friday night dances for the past few months and are looking forward to more coming up in the future. Bright lights, mocktails, glow sticks, cotton candy, …
Children have an opportunity to grieve the loss in their family and develop appropriate coping skills for life. The process involves weekly meetings with a trained Facilitator in small groups of no more than five children. Over 100,000 Canadian children are affected each year by divorce, separation or death in their families. Often confused and angry, these young people reveal …
Would you like to give your child stronger self-esteem and resiliency? The Heroes program is a social-emotional skill building program that equips youth with tools proven to enhance their capacity for resilience. By building their inner strengths, resilience, and decision-making skills, youth feel more confident navigating life’s challenges and taking healthy risks. “BELIEVE IN YOURSELF” “I MATTER” To sign …
Alberta Injury Prevention awarded Barrhead FCSS Society with a grant for the youth to develop a project that will keep them and their peers safe, healthy and connected. Youth in grades 7 – 9 are encouraged to participate in this group as it is a real life experience working on a community wide youth initiative.
Calling all youth in grades 7 – 12 in the Barrhead and surrounding area! Youth will learn through hands-on experiences how to make a difference in their community. Youth DO Crew provides youth with opportunities to engage in service projects that will address community needs. By volunteering, young people will do good and feel good. Do Crew program: Provides youth …
Chillzone is a drop in program for grades 4-7 held at the Barrhead Church of God, 4611-52nd Ave, Barrhead, AB. Upon arrival students are welcomed and introduced to leaders before we send them in for snacks. We have some general free time until 4:00 PM before we start our weekly activity. Our program ends at 5:30 PM. Everyone is welcome …
For youth that love children and are wanting to make a little extra money the babysitting course is perfect for them. This one-day course comes with a certificate of completion that allows the youth to babysit with confidence and gives comfort to the parents that their children will be well taken care of. The Babysitting course covers everything from managing …
Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Home Alone Program is designed to provide children 10 years of age and older with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time. It will help them understand how to prevent problems, handle real-life situations, and keep them safe …