CHILD AND YOUTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Our Child and Youth Service Department works with Spokane-area children and youth, and provides them with a safe, holistic environment where they can learn and grow within a framework that includes active parent involvement. Programs offer a range of activities intentionally designed to encourage learning and development outside the typical school day yet aligned with the school day goals and objectives.

The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) is a free preschool program for eligible children and their families. ECEAP focuses on the well-being of the whole child by providing nutrition, health, education, and family support services. The goal of ECEAP is to help
all children enter kindergarten ready to succeed.

ECEAP provides:
 Early childhood education in full-day or extended-day classrooms.
 Social and emotional development
 Nutritious meals and snacks
 Health screenings and connections to medical, dental, and mental health services,
 Family support services
 Parent education and leadership opportunities

Fulfillment- Achievement- Maturity- Enrichment Program (FAME)
FAME is an after-school program for children K-6 grade who attend Grant, Sheridan or Franklin elementary schools.

FAME provides:
 Homework Assistance- to help improve academic performance
 Health and Nutrition- USDA approved snacks are provided
 Best Practices- additional curriculums that teach the essential social skills such as problem-solving, emotional management, impulse control, and empathy
 Enrichment Activities- ability to participate in non-academic programs (i.e.) field trips, gardening, dance classes, cooking classes, and art classes.

Summer Youth Academy (SYA)
SYA is a structured 8-10-week summer program designed to serve youth between the ages of 3-12. SYA provides an interactive learning environment designed to build self-esteem and promote diversity and cultural awareness. The program offers recreational activities and community service opportunities.

Teen Tech Center
The Teen Tech Center is a safe comfortable & engaging space for teens ages 13-17. The Tech Center offers teens free, year round hands on technology access & education. The Teen Tech Center bridges the digital divide by giving youth access to tech education opportunities, relationships that help build confidence and a foundation for school & career success. We are committed to preparing teens for tech-reliant jobs.