About Youth Achievers Program (YAP)
After School Program | Summer Enrichment Program
About YAP
In the Youth Achievers Program (YAP), youth (ages 8-14) focus on academic enrichment, healthy lifestyles, social skills and
leadership development.
Accepting referrals from area schools, TIP,
Ramsey County Child Protection Services, law
enforcement, social workers, probation officers
and other community agencies, YAP reaches
out to youth whose behavioral, emotional and/or
educational issues typically preclude them from
being successful in traditional after school and
summer programs.
What It Is
Empowering youth with the skills and self-awareness to help them succeed in school, life and their community.
YAP staff takes pride in ensuring that these youth, especially those whose experiences have made it difficult for them to succeed, are connected with their special abilities/gifts and given hope for a promising and fulfilling future. YAP is a program that fosters positive change in the lives of girls and boys, giving them the hope and confidence they need to succeed.
Through the gender-specific components of YAP, youth are able to tackle some difficult issues in a safe environment. Girls LEAD is a comprehensive, girl-only setting that helps girls discover their power to dream, develop skills to plan for the future and the courage to act on their plans. Boys CLIMB is a leadership program helping boys acquire the skills, attitudes and support they need to succeed today and into adulthood.
Where It's At
YAP meets at the YWCA St. Paul located on Selby and Western Avenues in St. Paul. The YAP program space features an entire floor dedicated to YAP programming. Each age group has its own program space and other features include the YAP Cafe, the Knowledge Room and the Computer Lab.
Who To Call
To find out more about the Youth Achievers Program, please contact the Youth Achievers Program Manager for more information at (651) 265-0720 or via email at yap@ywcaofstpaul.org.
After School Program
The Youth Achievers Program After School Enrichment Program meets every day after school from 2-6 p.m. Activities and curriculum are focused on developing a child's individual strengths while encouraging critical thinking and both personal and educational development.Volunteers provide homework assistance in YAP's Knowledge Room and snacks are provided. YAP is open on St. Paul Schools Full Release and Early Release Days at no additional charge (from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.). Kids should bring swimsuit and towel on Full and Early Release Days.
Participants enjoy a variety of fun activities including:
- Computer lab, academic support and technology skill development
- Recreation activities (swimming, basketball, field trips to parks, etc)
- Girls LEAD and Boys CLIMB
- Small group activities and dialogues
- Leadership and social skill building
- Arts, crafts and performing activities
Summer Program
YAP is looking for kids and youth who want to have fun as well as learn this summer! The Youth Achievers Summer Enrichment Program is offered during the summers. Program hours are 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. (Extended day care is available for an additional fee.)Activities planned for the summer include:
- Computer lab, academic support and technology skill development
- Recreation activities (swimming, basketball, field trips to parks, etc)
- Girls LEAD and Boys CLIMB
- Small group activities and dialogues
- Leadership and social skill building
- Arts, crafts and performing activities
- A variety of fun and educational field trips
There is a summer registration fee of $50 per family. YWCA financial assistance is available to ensure that the program is affordable to all families. To schedule an appointment to register your child or take a tour, contact our YAP Intake Specialist at 651-222-3741 or via email at yap@ywcaofstpaul.org.