The importance of play for young kids

The importance of play for young kids

The importance of play for young kids a topic expert piece from our lead preschool teacher, Lindsey Crowder Some of the most critical years of our lives happen when we are so young. Too young to remember the things that made us giggle, jump with joy, cry, or kick our...
How to effectively communicate with teens

How to effectively communicate with teens

How to effectively communicate with teens tips and tricks from our teen director, Kristen Rodriguez Teenagers today live in a world of rapid change, facing social pressures, academic expectations, and the challenges of growing up in a digital age. In the whirlwind of...
Finding learning in the fun

Finding learning in the fun

Finding learning in the fun Hey there, I am Kaydence Hernandez and I currently am a YDP here at Boys & Girls Clubs of Mason Valley. I have been working with the Club for about three years. I started as a Junior Staff early in my high school years and once that...
Leading youth to control themselves

Leading youth to control themselves

Leading youth to control themselves written by Dayton clubhouse director Randall Wilcox One of the main themes of this summer has been “Control yourself, so others don’t have to.” In life we find that sometimes the only thing we can control is ourselves. Once you...