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Congress Debates Summer Programs For Middle School Teenagers

A new bill introduced this summer in Congress would set up a "summer of service" program for teens in their summer before high school. Each teen who served his community would earn a $500 college scholarship.

Senator Christopher Dodd and Representative Rosa DeLauro are sponsoring the legislation, which is an amendment to the National and Community Service Act.

The summer between middle and high school is difficult for many families because their children are too young for paid jobs and are unable to drive, and yet they are too old to have babysitters. The idea is to engage these young people in community service under the supervision of AmeriCorps members and college students.

The program is designed to reach underprivileged youth who cannot afford summer camps. According to government statistics, disadvantaged teens are less likely to volunteer than teens from privileged backgrounds, by a 43 to 59% margin.

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SUWS Youth

SUWS Youth is among the oldest outdoor experiential programs in the country. Founded in 1981, SUWS has been providing guidance and support to children and their families for more than 25 years. For the younger adolescent, the youth wilderness program provides a challenging and rewarding experience that gives each child a positive foundation for future growth. Opportunities for building confidence, problem-solving, and tangible success are provided to each student.

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SUWS Seasons

SUWS Seasons SEASONS is a licensed, clinically focused treatment program designed to identify the limiting beliefs and unhealthy behaviors that often can prevent the pursuit of constructive goals and personal achievement. The goal of the Seasons wilderness program is to create reference points that each child may tap into later for positive self-reinforcement. The staff and daily curriculum give students the tools they will need to chart a course for future growth and success and begin making progress in their lives.

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