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Youth Spotlight, YLC Recruitment, Summer Food Program, Vail International Hockey, Upcoming Events, Trainings, more
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Monthly Newsletter June 2015
Noteworthy News:
Youth Leader Spotlight: Gretchen PavelichYouth Leaders Council RecruitmentSummer Food ProgramMember Spotlight: Vail International HockeyVolunteer Opportunities: Summer Food Program, Zero Heros Upcoming Member EventsTraining OpportunitiesDevelopment CornerResources: Mental HealthThank yous!
Youth Leader Spotlight: Gretchen Pavelich
Spunky. Lighthearted. Excited. These characteristics illustrate Gretchen Pavelich, recent 8th grade graduate of St.Clare of Assisi. With an impressive schedule filled with numerous athletic and academic pursuits, Pavelichexemplifies the character of many traditional leaders through nontraditional avenues. Gretchen follows her passionsand paves the way for others to break molds and pursue what makes them happy.
Paving the WayIn sixth grade, Gretchen decided to take her love for the game of football to the next level by joining her school'sfootball team. By her second year on the team, there were four other girls playing in her league. Gretchen's coachesdidn't know where to play her when she first tried out, and found that her skill of containing opponents led her toexcel as defensive end and blitzing linebacker.
Beyond the StadiumWhile Gretchen may be known as "the girl who plays football", she can also be found... continue Reading aboutGretchen >>>>>
~Michelle StecherExecutive Director
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Youth Leaders Council is Recruiting! Mission:The Youth Leaders Council's mission is to provide positive leadership to the youth of Eagle County, to engage them in anadvisory capacity and to offer service learning with commitment, compassion and respect. Background Information:* YLC is a collaboration of 20‐30 students from both public and private high schools in Eagle County.* YLC focuses on leadership development, education and teamwork and addressing youth and community issues in EagleCounty.* YLC members serve an advisory capacity, providing feedback to improve youth services in the community.* YLC serves as a student‐led group that provides an avenue for youth to be heard, and take a leadership role to producepositive changes in the community.
Activities:
For the 2015‐2016 school year, monthly meetings will focus on leadership development, core value exploration, advising on communityprograms, needs & strategies. Monthly evening meetings will rotate between Edwards and Eagle from 6:30‐8:00pm. Days of the week varyfrom Wednesday to Thursday evenings.There will be a half‐day retreat in September to kick off the year. Teambuilding and leadership development activities will be a part of theretreat as well as selecting issues of interest and potential activities for the year.
Testimonials from former YLC member:"YLC has been one of the most beneficial programs I have been a part of during my high school career. I hope to utilize what I have learned about teamwork, the importance of strength,and the benefits of speaking up in my future endeavors."‐Brittany A., Youth Leaders Council Member
Questions: contact Jason Peck at [email protected] or at (970) 949‐9250. Additional information available online at www.eagleyouth.org. Application Form_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Summer Food Service for All Children Eagle County's pilot Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) will provide more than 15,000meals to lowincome children, who often go hungry in the summer when school lunch programs
end and family budgets get tighter. The InteGreat! powered program coincides with Eagle County School's Great Start preschool and the Youth Foundation'sSummer Pwr Hrs. Two of three summer sites will be open to the community, where all children ages 0 to18 years old will be automatically eligible for a freemeal. We are requesting support in two ways:
Volunteers: With the donation of your lunch hour, a child will have access to a healthy meal. As a volunteer, you may be welcoming and directing families,counting attendance, serving fruits and vegetables, helping get the word out about the program, or providing a warm, loving adult presence in the lunch room.Volunteer positions are available by day or by week from Monday to Thursday; from June 22 to July 30, 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For more information or. toregister to volunteer or for more information, follow this link Summer Food Service Volunteer or call 9707772015. Organizations: The program will also link families with vital community resources and invaluable social support. We need community organizations to 1)supply resources to distribute 2) commit to staffing the resource table at each site at least once during the summer, and 3) market the opportunity to all youthand family you work with. If your organization would like to provide resources to assist families in need, please contact Sara B. Ambergat [email protected] or 9703280904 ASAP.
The international trip will take place in December 2015, a 16 day adventure to East Europe. The trip will be made up of 2 teams, around 20 adult chaperones, adoctor and coaches, playing 12 games in 15 days. The eight city tour will focus on WWII history and local culture. While in Europe the VIH players willparticipate in exchanges with local players. The goal is to educate the youth on global history and provide perspective. Highlights will include a stop in Icelandand then a flight into mainland Europe for a bus tour with stops in, Prague, CZ. Southern and Eastern CZ, Auschwitz, Poland. and Frankfurt Germany. Iffundraising allows we plan to ring in the new year in Sweden with hockey games and a tour of Stockholm.
"The kids get to experience and learn about different cultures in a way your typical tourist can't even imagine. After the games, the players from both teams eat and socialize together. Insome cities the kids have home stays. It can be a lifechanging experience for some of these kids and hockey is the vehicle for making it happen." Eric Eves
Hire a Hockey Player!Got a "honey do" list that isn't getting done? Hire a hockey player to do the work for you! Players from the Vail International Hockey team are ready to tackle your home projects to fundraise fortheir trip to Eastern Europe in December 2015. Players earn $12/hr for their work. Funds are depositeddirectly into individual player's savings account earmarked for VIH East Europe 2015 trip.Potential projects: Weekly lawn watering, Cleaningup garage or basement, Painting, Stuffingbrochures, Light moving projects, Ranch work, Dog Walking, Posting flyers, Job site cleanup, Assistance for catering/banquets
Contact: Eric Eves 970.331.8617
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Stay busy this summer by volunteering for a local program:
Every summer 100 volunteers help divert 80% of recycled and composted resources outof the landfill by interacting with the locals and visitors at the markets!
Summer Food Service for All Children
Help serve lunch to children to ensure youth have access to a healthy mealduring the summer months.
Time Commitment: Volunteer positions are available for one day or eachweek from Monday to Thursday, from June 22 to July 30. Thecommitment includes a twohour time block between 10:30 a.m. and 12:45p.m.Locations: Avon Elementary or Homestead Peak in Avon and EagleValley High School in Gypsum.Requirements: Policies vary depending on the volunteer role. However,all volunteers must complete training related to their role, either in personor online.Activity: Volunteers will be assigned based on physical ability. Someroles will require standing during the duration of service.
Apply to Volunteer: Summer Food Service VolunteersMore Information
By volunteering you can become part of the increasing movement to educate the publicabout the importance of waste diversion, especially composting. You can help make our
community more sustainable while giving back!
Opportunities are every Sundayfrom June 21 thru Sept. 27 from 9 3:30 at Vail Farmers' Market. 10 15 Volunteers are needed eachday! You can sign up for a manyas you like. Individuals and Groups
Welcome!
You will receive a free tshirt, pluseach time you volunteer you alsoget to donate $25 to the nonprofitof your choice or student club.Signup Today at and share the
attached flier with your colleaguesand friends!
Ute Springs & Mtn Valley Horse RescueFamily Giveback Day
Suggested Donation $10 per individual
June 7 | 9am3pmMountain Valley Horse Rescue1001 Bruce Creek Road, Eagle
Must RSVP, Space Limited: [email protected]
Ute Springs Experiential Learning Center
Summer Camp Registration Open, space still availablein most summer camps.
Email [email protected] for more
information or to check availability
Alpine Arts CenterSummer 2015 Art Camps
Summer Camps for ages 36 and 712. Spots stillavailable, contact Alpine Arts center for moreinformation and to register: 970.926.2732
www.alpineartscenter.org
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Eagle River Fire Protection DistrictOpen House
Sat | June 6 | 11:00am2:00pm 195 Pine Street, Minturn
Bright Future Foundation, BattleMountain FBLA & Samaritan Center ofthe Rockies are beneficiaries of theproceeds from the June 11 14 Avon
Summer Carnival.
Advance tickets are available at AvonPolice Dept, Vail Police Dept, Marko'sPizza, Bright Future Foundation, and
Samaritan Center for $20 each. These areUNLIMITED ride passes! Get them now
before they jump up to $30.
Pleaseemail [email protected] for more
information.
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Upcoming Events:
Monthly Coalition Meeting3rd Thurs of each month | 4pm
Eagle Valley Library District
Children: This summer your public library is celebrating many types of heroes; the everyday heroes who keep ourcommunities safe, the heroes who have made their mark on history, literary heroes, animal heroes and of course,comic book and movie superheroes! Summer Reading Registration (for rising 1 6 graders) and Kickoff Party withthe Beaver Creek Children's Theatre Company will start:
Tues | June 9 | 1:00pm | Eagle Public Library
Avon Municipal Building
Survivors of Suicide Attempt Support Group1st Wed of each month | 5pm
Edwards Interfaith Chapel Library
Heartbeat for Survivors of Suicide Lossmeets by appointment
More info: www.speakupreachout.org
Tues | June 9 | 3:00pm | Gypsum Public Library Wed | June 10 | 1:00pm | Avon Public Library
Teens: Unleash your inner superhero! Explore heroes of mythology and history, community heroes or superheros atEVLD's Teen Summer Reading program "Unmask!" Enjoy weekly activities, special programs, gaming, moviesand more! Registration begins Monday, June 1 at the Avon, Eagle and Gypsum Public Libraries. Don'tforget the kickoff party on Thursday, June 4 at 3:30pm at the Eagle Public Library!
Visit: http://www.walkingmountains.org/project/vailsummersciencecamps/ for more information
Training Opportunities
Improving CO's Road Health Summit
June 35 | KeystoneRegistration Free | Scholarships for room cost
assistance available
"They always come, and they never say goodbye:"Healthy Closure in Mentoring
Webinar National Mentoring Partnership
Thurs. May 21 | 11am12:15pm MST
The way that a relationship ends can have a big impact on ayoung person. When done with care and intention, closure
can be healthy and positive.
To RegisterRegistration Ends June 3 | $150
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First Annual "Professionalizing Prevention" Conference Colorado Prevention Board
This unique symposium will focus on substance use disorder preventionand is specifically geared towards individuals that currently hold or intendto apply for the Colorado Certified Prevention Specialist II credential (CPSII). Expert speakers will cover a variety of key topics including data andprevention, marijuanarelated prevention activities, prescription drugs and
More information Registration Form
heroin, prevention science, and the relationship between trauma andsubstance use. Participants will also learn more about the CPS II credential
including its importance, certification requirements, and applicationprocedures. The conference will count as five hours towards the CPS II
application or continuing education requirements.
The symposium will be held on June 19, 2015 from 8:00 4:00 at the
beautiful Mt. Vernon Country Club in Golden, CO in conjunction with theColorado Providers Association annual meeting. The cost to attend is $45and includes breakfast and lunch. Registration and breakfast will start at
8:00 AM. The program will begin at 8:30 AM.
To register, send your contact information to Matt Sundeen and follow the
link below for payment.
Development OpportunitiesEmployment Opportunities
Eagle County, Department of Human
Services:
Protection Administrative Specialist
Development Trainings
How to Conduct a Focus groupJune 2 | 9:00am‐12:00pm$49 | Denver | Info & To Register
Funding Opportunities National Endowment for the HumanitiesDigital Projects for the PublicClick here for more informationDeadline: June 10, 2015
Department of Health and Human Services Information and Planning: Understanding theCapacity of the Aging Network Click here for more information Deadline: July 6, 2015
Protection CaseworkerQuality Assurance Specialist
Learn More Information
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Eagle County, Department of PublicHealth:
Public Health Nurse, Nurse Family Partnership
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Youth Employment
"Virtual Job Fair"
Colorado Workforce Center The Colorado Workforce Center will offer a"virtual" job fair for teens to learn about jobs,summer activites, volunteer opportunities, jobhunting skills and explore different careers.
Learn More Information
The Basics of Managing Volunteers and InternsJune 10 | 9:00am‐12:00pm$49 | Denver | Info & To Register How to Know What Your Donors are ThinkingJune 23 | 9:00am‐12:00pm$49 | Denver | Info & To Register
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Partake in Funder Roudtables viateleconference to learn funding priorities
and ask questions.
Development RoundtableJune Roundtable featuring Anschutz FamilyFoundationJune 18 | 2:00pm‐3:30pm | DenverTeleconference Option Now Available!$20 Early Bird | $35 RegularRegister Now July Roundtable featuring The Community FirstFoundationJuly 16 | 2:00pm‐3:30pm | DenverTeleconference Option Now Available!$20 Early Bird | $35 RegularRegister Now
Department of JusticeYouth With Sexual Behavior Problems ProgramClick here for more informationDeadline: June 15, 2015 Department of JusticeSecond Chance Act Smart on Juvenile Justice:Community SupervisionClick here for more informationDeadline: June 15, 2015 Department of JusticeJuvenile Justice Model Data ProjectClick here for more informationDeadline: June 16, 2015 Department of JusticeSupporting Male Survivors of ViolenceClickherefor more informationDeadline: June 17, 2015
Department of AgricultureFarmers' Market SNAP Support GrantsClick here for more informationDeadline: June 18, 2015
Department of EducationFirst in the World ﴾FITW﴿ Program: Development GrantsClick here for more informationDeadline: June 30, 2015
National Endowment for the HumanitiesHumanities Collections and Reference ResourcesClick here for more informationDeadline: July 21, 2015
National Endowment for the ArtsArt Works IIClick here for more informationDeadline: July 23, 2015 National Park ServiceRivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program Click here for more informationDeadline: August 1, 2015. Note: The funderrecommends contacting it before applying.
Temple Hoyne Buell FoundationEarly Childhood Education and Development/TeenPregnancy Prevention GrantsClick here for more informationDeadline: September 1, 2015 More OpportunitiesJVAColorado Grants
Resources
Youth Mental Health First AidMay 2015 Fact Sheet
In the United States, half of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by age 14. There are long delayssometimes decadesbetween the onset of symptoms and when people
seek treatment.1 Mental health challenges and disorders can have a serious impact on adolescent development. An understanding of the changes that occur during
adolescence can enable adults to distinguish between a young person struggling with a mental health
challenge or mental health disorder or simply experiencing normal, developmental changes.2
Through an 8 hour public education program, Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) USA introducesparticipants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds
understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help anadolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) uses roleplaying and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and
provide initial help; and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and selfhelp care.3
By applying a core fivestep action plan participants learn to support a youth developing signs andsymptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis.
Assess for risk of suicide or harm
Listen nonjudgmentallyGive reassurance and information
Encourage appropriate professional helpEncourage selfhelp and other support strategies
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Dangerous Apps Warning for Eagle County Parents
As technology continues to grow and evolve, our youth also grow with these tech trends. Some of theseapps for smartphones are capable of linking your child to easier ways of bullying or being bullied, harassone another or link them to unknown adults or sexual predators. All of these Apps provide different services. For instance "Poof!" is an app that hides other apps on yourphone, at first glance of phone screen an icon which looks like a home screen will take you to anotherscreen with all of the hidden apps. Snapchat, Tinder, Chat Roulette, and Down are Apps that connect youwith others and images/video can be shared. These are usually sexual in nature. Whisper, Omegel, Kik,Yik Yak and Vine allows the user to post and leave anonymous messages usually directly correlated with bullying or spreading hurtfully/ false rumors. Finally, Voxer and Burner can hideyour cell phone number and generate another one. These apps have been used in a recent case to stalk, harass and bully individuals. The first defense and safety of our children is always having an open dialogue with your child. Having a relationship of trust and honesty will foster discussions around their social media
accounts and smartphone behavior. These apps can and are being used to bully, harass, socially hurt others. Our children also unknowingly might be connecting topredators. It is the recommendation of the Eagle Police Department to know your child's Social Media account passwords and be aware of apps that they might be usingon their smartphones/tablets etc.
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Visit ERYC's website for the latest job and volunteeropportunities for a rewarding experience serving Eagle
County Youth
Check out current opportunities with:Bright Future FoundationGirl Scouts of ColoradoSpeakUp ReachOutStarting Hearts
The Youth FoundationWalking Mountains
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Featured opportunity:Community Garden Support
Salvation Armyhttp://salvationarmyvail.org/contact/
Contribute to Our Newsletter
Deadline for March newsletter submissions:
Wed. June 24th, 2015Email: Mikayla Curtis
Use our newsletter. It's a bright idea!
ERYC would like to thank the following Sponsors forsupporting the Family Jam & Plan event, helping to keep our
community active and connected!
Presenting Sponsor
Thank you for a great Family Jam & Plan!
Thank you EVMS Pirate Band, EVMS Unicycle Group, EVHS JazzBand and EVHS Drumline for performing!
Thank you to all participating agencies for spending the day withfamilies, keeping them connected and informed: ABC Behavioral, AvonPolice Department, Bright Future Foundation Buddy Mentors, CASA ofthe 9th, Camp Deep End, Colorado Mountain College, CSU Extension,Eagle County Public Health, Eagle Police Department, Eagle ValleyLibrary District, Family Leadership Training Institute, Eagle CountyFamily Planning, Girl Scouts, The Literacy Project, Mind SpringsHealth, Mountain Valley Developmental Services, Mountain ValleyHorse Rescue, Police Explorers, Small Champions, SOS Outreach,
SpeakUp ReachOut, The Vail Valley Foundation's Youth Foundation,Ute Springs Experiential Learning Center, Vail Stables, WalkingMountains and WECMRD. You are making a difference in the
behaviors of youth in the community!
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Connecting Sponsor
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Supporting Sponsors
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ERYC Members Making Youth a Community Priority
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