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DOWNCITY DESIGN PROGRAMS: CHECK THEM OUT! SOME COOLLLLLL STUFF!
The Pawtucket Prevention Coalition is seeking interested youth to participate, ideally 2. These individuals would represent the youth voice of the coalition & participate in a wider regional youth group located in Woonsocket which would meet probably quarterly.
The coalition meets on the last Tuesday of each month (except July) at 3:30pm until around 4:45/5pm. Community service hours will be given to the involved youth. There will be multiple other community service hours available at various events throughout the year, like the St. Patrick's parade, Drug Take Back days, the Red Ribbon Rally, the World No Tobacco Day Poetry Slam, and much more. Youth who volunteer for this current availability will be primary candidates for induction into the Pawtucket Teen Hall of Fame in June.
Please contact Diane DuFresne at diane_dufresne@yahoo.com or 401-663-4947 and let Rhonda know if you apply! Thank you!
BROWN POLITICAL REVIEW HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM:
I hope this email finds you well. My name is Ava, and I am a student at Brown University and a Senior Editor for the Brown Political Review, Brown’s leading student-run political publication.
I am writing to share an opportunity for your students to apply to the Spring 2026 Brown Political Review High School Program. Over the course of three months, selected students will join a cohort of peers from the Rhode Island area to work closely with our editors to pitch, research, and write a political essay featured on our official website.
Through weekly meetings and one-to-one mentorship, participants will gain firsthand experience in political research and op-ed writing, developing key journalistic and analytical skills. They will have the chance to explore local, national, and world issues, with past examples ranging from the spotted lantern fly epidemic to dispersed basing in the Arctic. In addition, the program is fully virtual and free of charge.
Applications are due Friday, January 30 at 11:59 PM. Interested students may apply through the google form linked here. I have also attached a fact sheet with additional program details and a poster that you are welcome to share with students.
Please feel free to reach out with further questions. We would be excited to work with your students, especially as we hope to keep the program local. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Warm regards,
Ava Rahman
Senior Editor
Brown Political Review
ava_rahman@brown.edu
she/her/hers
Write Rhode Island Saturday Community Classes
Write Rhode Island is hosting fun and engaging creative writing and visual art classes designed for students in grades 6–12 at School One on Saturdays in February. Students choose from Sewing, Poetry, Pop Up Books, Drawing, Magic The Gathering and more! These community classes are open to the public.
Click on this website page to read about the classes or use this form to sign up. Contact Diana at School One for more information, 401-331-2497 or dianac@school-one.org.
JOIN THE SHEA FASHION SHOW!!!
(see below flyer)
runway to confidence.pdf.pdfMENTOR RI:
This is a GREAT opportunity to learn more and to have a voice concerning Health Equity Education.
Please see the flyer attached. This can be a resource to you for volunteer hours, service-learning projects and senior projects!
*They are looking for 10 students to address the underlying causes of graduation rates. Their project will be implemented (using your voice) in the 25/26 school year.
-There are 4 after school meetings (1-2 hours in length)
-You will have assignments in between meetings
-Food and team building at each meeting
-Participants who attend all 4 meetings will receive a $100 stipend!!!!!
If interested, please contact Jeanine Achin at 401-732-7700 from Mentor RI or email her at jachin@mentorri.org
*Please also email me to let me know you applied! Thanks!
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Rhonda M. Hanaway
ACE MENTOR PROGRAM:
Don't forget to sign-up for the 2025-26 ACE MENTOR RI Program!!! This is held at Blackstone every Tuesday after school from 430 pm to 630 pm (pizza and/or food provided!!!). Program starts in October and ends in March. It is FREE to all participants AND the best part...these hours will count toward your career exploration hours for your portfolio AND you'll be learning a new skill in Architecture, Construction and Engineering! (Scholarships for college available for Seniors!)...
Learn from real professionals in the industry and even participate in field trips to local sites! Don't wait! Sign-up today! Show your parents this exciting opportunity. Here's the website:
ACE Mentor Program Rhode Island
Any questions, please ask Diego or Rhonda.
We want a huge number of students participating!!! Other students from other schools need to drive to their ACE sites, OURS is right here at BACS!!!!!
Sewing classes from Shea Fashion (in the Hope Artiste Village):
Upcoming Classes & Events
Sew Smart October
Our popular Sew Smart classes return this October, offering small-group instruction on the fundamentals of sewing. Whether you’re brand new or need a refresher, you’ll learn the basics from operating a sewing machine to reading and following a pattern.
Classes run Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings, making it easy to fit learning into your schedule. Space is limited to ensure plenty of one-on-one support, so reserve your spot soon - SEWING CLASSES | Shea Fashion
DOWNCITY DESIGN PROGRAMS:
In our DownCity Designers program, students will work together to design a new structure to improve a public space like a park, school, or playground in Providence. Learn basic architectural techniques like drawing and making small-scale models in order to develop your design ideas, and gain an introduction to 3D modeling design software! Eligible students may receive a stipend for program completion.
WHEN: OCT 6 - DEC 10, 2025 | Monday + Wednesday | 3:00 - 5:00PM
WHERE: 370 Cranston St, Providence, RI 02907
WHEN: SEPT 11, 2025 - MAR 26, 2026 | Monday + Thursday | 3:30 - 5:30PM
WHERE: 370 Cranston St, Providence, RI 02907
Sign-up here: DownCity Designers — DownCity Design
ACE MENTORING PROGRAM RIGHT HERE AT BACS!!! (Tuesdays October through March / 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm)
ARCHITECTURE / CONSTRUCTION / ENGINEERING
Sign-up using this link (fill out online application) and let Diego and Rhonda know!!!
YEP! Young Entrepreneurs Program! After-School! Check it out!: https://yepprogram.org/
Learn to sew! FREE classes!
YEP! - Young Entrepreneurs Program! If interested, contact Rhonda at rhanaway@blackstoneacademy.org
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YEP 1.0
Hello! I’m excited to share that Brown University’s Young Entrepreneurs Program (YEP!) @ Brown University is accepting applications for its Spring 2026 after-school program.
YEP! is a free program for students in grades 8–12 interested in creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. Students work with Brown mentors to develop and pitch their own business ideas, gaining valuable problem-solving and presentation skills along the way.
Here’s the Program Schedule:
• Welcome Day: Wed, Feb 4th | 5–7 PM
• Weekly Sessions: Every Wednesday 5–6:30 PM (Dinner from 6:30–7PM)
• Sales Night: Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 5–7:00 PM
We welcome students from Providence Public/Charter Schools, Central Falls, and Pawtucket, but all applicants are encouraged to apply.
Application link: https://forms.gle/NUYafqP4H7DbKnABA
Website: yepatbrown.com
Applications are due by January 16th 11:59pm! We would really appreciate it if you could share this opportunity with your students. If you are interested, we would love to come and give a workshop to let your students get a glimpse of what YEP is about!
We understand that some families may have concerns due to the recent incident near Brown University. We would like to reassure you that our program is operating safely, with appropriate precautions in place, and that participant well-being is our highest priority.
Thank you for supporting your students in exploring entrepreneurship!
Warm regards,
The YEP!@Brown Team
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YEP 2.0
I hope you’re doing well! I’m reaching out to share an opportunity for your students who participated in YEP! at Brown previously, or those who are already developing a venture idea.
YEP 2.0 is the continuation of our entrepreneurship incubator, running this fall at Brown University.
• When & Where: Wednesdays, 5–7 PM, starting with Welcome Day on February 4th, 2026, at the Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship (1 Euclid Ave, Providence, RI 02906) at Brown University.
• What they’ll get: Grant opportunities, advanced instruction, high-quality guest speakers, one-on-one mentorship with real entrepreneurs, and dinner every week!
• Culmination: Pitch their venture at Sales Night. (we encourage friends, family, and faculty to come support their students).
Eligibility: Must have attended previous YEP or have an existing venture/idea to apply.
Application is live and the deadline is January 16th @ 11:59pm.
Here’s the application link: https://forms.gle/J2DewTVg4CnDFr8P8
More details can be found on our website yepatbrown.com or Instagram @yep.providence
We would really appreciate it if you could kindly forward this to relevant students!
Please see below attached our flyers to distribute with the students! We understand that some families may have concerns due to the recent incident near Brown University. We would like to reassure you that our program is operating safely, with appropriate precautions in place, and that participant well-being is our highest priority.
Thank you for cultivating entrepreneurship in your students!
Warmly,
The YEP! Team
PPAC TEEN AMBASSADOR PROGRAM!
Greetings,
We hope that you had a restful summer and are gearing up for what will be a great school year!
I am sending an email about PPAC’s Teen Ambassador Program. This program is a free opportunity for high school students to learn about non-performance careers in the arts. Students will have the opportunity to volunteer at the Art Center and meet with industry professionals.
We humbly request that you encourage your students to apply! The deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 8th at 3 PM.
I have attached two flyers for the program. For more information about the program and the application, please visit our website at https://www.ppacri.org/outreach/engagement-education/teen-ambassador-program.
Cheers to the new school year!
All the best,
Grace
Teen Ambassador Flyer.pdf2024-2025 Teen Ambassador Printable.pdfPawtucket Library Offerings:
Good morning Blackstone Academy Charter School,
Happy New Year! My name is Jennifer McGrath, and I'm the Teen Librarian at the Pawtucket Public Library. I send these emails to middle and high school professionals each month to share information about what's happening at the Teen Center. If you ever have any questions or concerns, or are interested in partnering with us, my contact information is below. Here are the Teen Center Events coming up in January!
Teen Survey - Please take our Teen Survey so we can best serve the teens of Pawtucket! The survey will take just a few minutes to complete. You can fill out the survey in-person and online via Google Form. Once you've filled out the survey, stop in the Teen Center to receive your coupon for a free Jr. Frosty!
Monthly Display - Set the New Year on Fire! This month's display will feature fire on the covers or in the stories to get you fired up for the New Year.
Graphic Novel Book Club (makeup date) - Join us January 7 at 7 pm for Graphic Novel Book Club. We will be reading Check Please by Ngozi Ukazu. Snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Please register to receive email updates, but walk-ins will be welcome. You can pick up a copy to borrow at the front desk, and on Libby.
Drop-In Slime - Drop in Thursday January 8 from 5-8 pm and make slime! Registration is encouraged to receive an email reminder, but it is not required.
Teen Street Team - Join us Tuesday January 13 at 3:30 pm in-person or via Zoom for our September Teen Street Team meeting. Are you interested in impacting library purchases, programs, social media, advertising, and decorating the Teen Center? Are you looking for community service hours? Teen Street Team might be just the group for you! To get involved, fill out this form and attend meetings! Meetings are hybrid, so please fill out the form to get the Zoom link for each meeting.
January Movie Night: Turtles All the Way Down vs. Karate Kid Legends - Join us Thursday January 22 at 5 pm for movie night! Teens can choose between Turtles All the Way Down vs. Karate Kid Legends at 5 pm, and the movie will play immediately following! Snacks and water will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Closed Captioning will be enabled for accessibility.
Understanding Credit with College Bound Citizens - Join us Monday January 26 at 3:30 pm for a presentation on Understanding Credit with Gina Rigby from College Bound Citizens. Snacks will be provided. No registration required, but you can register to receive an email reminder.
Graphic Novel Book Club - Join us for Graphic Novel Book Club Wednesday January 28 at 7 pm. We will be reading Safe Passage by Greg Neri. Teens can pick up a copy to borrow from the front desk. Snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Need some homework help? Check out askri.org to connect to tutor.com, Mango Languages, EBSCO, ERIC and more for free!
Community Service Hours can be completed at the Teen Center. We are open 3-8 pm Monday through Thursday.
Making greeting cards for service people and kids in the hospital
Organizing items for the Book Sale (as needed)
Shelf Reading
Writing a book, movie, tv show, or video game review or creating a video/audio review
Cleaning and organizing the Teen Center
Don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok!
Jennifer McGrath
she/her
Teen/Reference Librarian
Pawtucket Public Library
13 Summer Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-725-3714 ext. 235
Providence Public Library Offerings:
As the school year begins, we are moving into fall programs and fall hours. Please see the attached flyers with details on specific programs, and feel free to reach out with any questions!
Teen Loft Hours:
Monday/ Wednesday 2-7 pm
Tuesday/ Thursday/ Friday 2-5 pm
*the teen loft will no longer be open on Saturdays, and PPL is now closing at 5 pm on Tuesdays
Interview workshop
1/14 5:30pm for teens and families , with a focus on college admissions but applicable to job and internship interviews as well. The workshop will be led by a community member who worked in college admission for many years! Sign ups not required but preferred.
ACN classes: Earn school credit through FREE classes at PPL
Javascript (open to grades 6 -12) and E-commerce (grades 9-12). Sign up on enrollri.org/acn
CYFAR - spots still avaible!
A FREE 3-credit college course for Rhode Island 10th - 12th grade students interested in leadership, media literacy, nutrition, community outreach, and environmental science. This class will run from the end of January through April 2026 on Friday afternoons 3:30 - 5pm. Registration day January 16th 3:30pm at PPL!
Drop in tutoring will start up again in February - more information coming up!
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Tutoring:
We are excited to partner with Brown Tutoring Corps again this year. Tutoring will begin in October, and take place Monday - Thursday (see hours below). We will follow up with a flyer and exact start date later this month.
M 3:30 - 5:30pm
T - 3 - 5pm
W 3:30 - 5:30pm
TH - 3 - 5pm
All the best,
Mollie Goldblum | she, her, hers
Teen Librarian
Providence Public Library
150 Empire Street | Providence, Rhode Island 02903
P: 401-455-8119
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