The highly anticipated Youth Center Summer Camp is back this summer for incoming 6th to 9th graders! Early registration for eligible returning campers begins this month, with open registration starting on March 2nd. Stay tuned for more details in our March newsletter and on our website.

For any questions, please email seminarab@flaglerschools.com. We can’t wait for another exciting summer!

The popular Life Skills class, hosted by Inspiration of Hope Community Resources, Inc., began a new session on January 21st and runs for 5 weeks. This Life Skills Education and Training class is designed for youth ages 12-18 and takes place on Mondays from 3 PM to 5 PM. Participants will receive guidance in goal setting, employability skills, financial literacy, communication, and more.

Those who successfully complete the program will earn a certificate and a $75 stipend.

For more information, please call 386-585-3450.

Things got competitive at the Youth Center this past Thursday, January 29th, as we hosted our first Mario Kart Tournament of the year!

With about a dozen racers vying for the top spot, the energy was high, the "blue shells" were flying, and the finishes were neck-and-neck. After some intense laps and clever power-up usage, we crowned our champions:

• The Grand Prize Winner: Received a $20 Wawa gift card for their first-place finish!
• The Runner-Up: Also took home a $10 Wawa gift card for an impressive performance.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to play and cheer. Whether you finished first or fell victim to a stray banana peel, you made it a fantastic afternoon!

This month, the Flagler County Youth Center will continue its efforts to promote positive behavior both in and out of the classroom.

On Tuesday, February 10th, the Youth Center will conduct a grade check. Students who have all A’s on their progress report will be rewarded with pizza, chips, and a drink. Those with A’s and B’s will be given the choice of two of these options.

We hope our students will continue to work hard to improve their grades and themselves!

Currently, the G.W. Carver Center is open daily, Monday through Friday, with special events on Saturdays. Friendly Reminder: All Adult Visitors MUST sign in with their government issued ID.

School Year Open Gym Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Senior Social Hour: The Senior Social Hour meets from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. February Dates: 02/03, 02/05, 02/10, 02/12, 02/17, 02/19, 02/24, 02/26

Yolonda Williams Outreach by Flagler Cares:

February Dates: 11th, 25th

The following services are offered: Care Coordination, Behavioral & Mental Health Services, Health, Insurance Marketplace Navigation, Benefit Assistance & Navigation, ID Assistance, Screening & Referral, Disability (SSI/SSDI) Benefits Assistance, Connection to Housing Resources

Every year, the G.W. Carver Center hosts the annual MLK Celebration, sponsored by the MLK Dream Keepers. This year’s celebration featured a prayer breakfast, a parade, and powerful speakers, and with approximately 200 attendees, the parade was a huge success. A heartfelt thank you to all the vendors and volunteers who gave their time to help make this event truly memorable.

The grand opening of the Lending Library at the G.W. Carver Center occurred on January 28th. The event enjoyed a strong attendance, with numerous vendors contributing books, food, and Kona Ice.