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2 people are interested
Join Kennedy Park Study Center for Great Summer Field Trips!
ORGANIZATION: Portland Housing Authority
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
The Kennedy Park Study Center is looking for fun-loving, responsible volunteers to help out with summer programming! The Study Center hosts a variety of programs during the summer months including art projects, gardening, biking, and field trips. Volunteers are especially needed for our Friday field trips. Field trips may include: East End Beach, Portland Museum of Art, working farms, Audubon and various nature parks throughout Portland. Our aim this summer is to get kids outside and exploring nature as much as possible. If you enjoy kids, nature, and creative play, you will be a great fit.
Time commitment- once a week, Fridays approximately 3-6PM with additional hours available if desired.
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About Portland Housing Authority
Location:
14 Baxter Blvd, Portland, ME 04101, US
Mission Statement
Together with its community partners, the PHA provides and expands affordable housing and services that improve quality of life, build community, enhance safety and promote personal success for the people we serve and the neighborhoods in which they reside.
Description
Portland Housing Authority (PHA) administers HUD Public Housing and Section 8 Housing Programs in the City of Portland, Maine.
The PHA also offers a variety of resident services with one component being the operation of Four after school Study Centers. The Study Centers are open for homework help from September to June when they transition to summer programming such as soccer, free lunch, and informal academic help. The centers also act as communal focal points for educational assistance for residents of all ages, resource centers for exploring post-secondary opportunities, a place for youth leadership development and community service. The Centers are located as follows:
- Kennedy Park Study Center - 51 Mayo Street
- Riverton Park Study Center - 61 Riverton Drive
- Sagamore Village Study Center - 34 Popham Street
- Front Street Study Center - 34 West Presumpscot Street
The PHA considers education the key to self sufficiency and independence from government assistance. The after school programs operate Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM following the Portland Public School calendar.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
51 Mayo StreetPortland, ME 04101
DATE POSTED
September 21, 2021
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Fridays 3-6