Youth Development Office

Student Support & Health Services, Elk Grove Unified School District

Our Vision

Our vision is to focus on youths’ assetstheir rich socio-cultural and personal histories and attributesin every service, event, and program we design. YDO works closely with other offices in Student Support & Health Services and with other EGUSD departments and community organizations in our efforts to engage youth in positive, asset-building activities.

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Our Work

Check out our programs and what we offer to students in EGUSD!

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Newsletters

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What is Positive Youth Development?

Click on the icon to read more about this framework!

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Media & Events

Take a look at our events and our impact within the EGUSD community!

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YDO Staff

Meet the YDO teama small but mighty group of seven passionate and inspired people!

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Books & Resources

Click here to see different books and resources that cater to K-12 students, families, and EGUSD staff!

featured programs

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We are committed to spreading awareness about the dangers of tobacco and drug use, and to supporting our youth with prevention and intervention programs. 

We are devoted to nurturing affirming and safe spaces in our schools, and to privileging youth voices in our work and services.

We provide a variety of programs to both students and staff to ensure safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.

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