Programs
Summer Skills Development Program (SSD)
Education Through Inspiration & Fun
Children who are experiencing behavioral or mental health problems or struggle with following direction and are Medicaid eligible may benefit from our program at the elementary level.
The Summer Skills Development Program (SSD) is an innovative program developed by FCSA over ten years ago to provide academic and nonacademic therapeutic activities, as well as vocational and job readiness training to special needs youth during the summer months. This comprehensive program runs for a ten week period during the summer and serves 25-30 youth ages 6-21.
The program focuses on gaining success in academics through our summer school program, social skill development that is woven throughout daily activities, and vocational/work skills to explore career interests and aptitude, gain personal skills (soft skills) needed to prepare for employment, and instill a sound work ethic and solid vocational skills by providing them with an opportunity to work in a paid position complete with benefits and responsibilities. Being successful at a job has proven very therapeutic for client workers, providing them with a positive employment experience while boosting their self-esteem and resume.
YESS Elementary Orcas
Ages 6 – 13
Have fun learning about nature and life skills through fun and exciting adventures:
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Soccer
- Frisbee
- Basket Ball
- Arts & Crafts
Contact Bob for Ages 6-13
YESS Secondary Caribou
Ages 14 – 18
Develop work skills and earn up to .5 High School credit working at:
- Botanical Gardens
- Senior Center
- Food Bank
- Calypso Farms