Youth Services Comm.
Student Internship Opportunity – New York Aquarium
Thursday, January 5th, 2012
Teens in Conservation: Careers in Aquatic Research& Education (C.A.R.E.) Program
The C.A.R.E. paid internship with the New York Aquarium is open to 9th, 10th or 11th grade students between the ages of 14-17 currently enrolled in a public or private New York City high school who are interested in the field of marine biology. C.A.R.E. interns must commit to participating in this 50-hour program that will take place over the course of 10 days (Saturdays) from February 4, 2012 to April 14, 2012. Below you will find a link for more information and an application. The deadline to apply has been extended to Monday, January 9th.
Free Pre-K, Registration through 1/31/2012
Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 
United Cerebral Palsy of New York is offering extended registration for their free Universal Pre-K program through January 31, 2012. The UCP center is located at 160 Lawrence Avenue in Brooklyn and offers a free, high-quality, family friendly learning environment for all children. The UCP program has been in operation locally for over 60 years. All classes are taught by NYS certified teachers and assistants and the center features many additional amenities such as technology enhanced classrooms, an indoor pool and indoor and outdoor play spaces.
If you are interested or would like to refer someone to the program, please contact Project Connect at projectconnect@ucpnyc.org or call Jaqueline Lucas, the director of the Brooklyn Children’s Program at 1-877-827-2666. Spanish translation is available. You can also visit UCP’s website to find out more about the many additional available programs offered at www.ucpnyc.org 
2012 Youth Conference
Thursday, December 22nd, 2011Community Board 14 is proud to announce that we will be hosting the Fifth Annual Youth Conference in April 2012. Please check our website for updated information regarding the date, location and registration requirements. All students between ages 12-19 are welcome to attend.
We will be hosting a public organizing meeting on January 23, 2012 and all are welcome to attend. Community organizations and students groups interested in being involved in the 2012 Youth Conference should contact Anya Hoyer at Brooklyn Community Board 14 at 718-859-6357. We are looking forward to seeing you all there!
Brooklyn’s Community Board 14 (Flatbush/Midwood) held the Fourth Annual Youth Conference, themed “Get in the Game: Skills to Make You a Player in the Read World” on Thursday, April 28, 2011 from 4-7 PM at the Brooklyn College Student Center, 6th Floor, East 27th Street and Campus Road, Brooklyn.
The conference is targeted towards teens between the ages of 12 to 19. Admission to the conference is free. Free food and other refreshments will be provided.
2011 participating organizations included:
NYC Department of Youth & Community Development Summer Youth Employment Program
Flatbush YMCA
CAMBA
Ditmas Park Blog
St. Francis College
Flatbush Development Corporation
70th Precinct
Bramson ORT College
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
National Grid
NYC Office of Emergency Management
Girl Scouts of New York
NYS Department of Labor Apprenticeship Training Program
Council of Peoples’ Organization
Crystal Manor
Brooklyn Public Library
Sustainable Flatbush
NYC Fire Department
NYC Public Advocate’s Office (Internships and other programs)
Brooklyn College
NYC Board of Elections
Compost for Brooklyn
and more!
CB14 4th Annual Youth Conference
Join CB14 for its 4th Annual Youth Conference on Thursday, April 28, 2011, 4-7 PM at the Brooklyn College Student Center (East 27th Street and Campus Road, Brooklyn). All are welcome to attend!
For more information on who is participating, click here.
Plus, if you know of an organization that provides job, internship, volunteer or educational opportunities for ages 12 and 19 and would like to participate, please complete and return our participation reservation form as soon as possible.
Youth Services Committee
Wednesday, December 8, 2010, Youth Services, CB14 District Office, 810 E 16th Street, 7 PM
- Discussion and review of 2010 Youth Conference
- Preliminary discussion and planning for 2011 Youth Conference
- Other business
1. Discussion and review of 2010 Youth Conference
2. Preliminary discussion and planning for 2011 Youth Conference
3. Other business
2011 NYC Ladders for Leaders Youth Program Application Deadline 11/29/10
Tuesday, November 16th, 2010CB14 has just learned that the 2011 NYC Ladders for Leaders application is now available on the DYCD website!
https://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/jobs/ladders_for_leaders.shtml
Applications are due no later than 11:59 pm (EST) Monday November 29th, 2010
What is NYC Ladders for Leaders?
NYC Ladders for Leaders is a college and career readiness program offering New York City high school and college students professional paid summer internships, college scholarship opportunities, free college preparatory and SAT courses, career guidance, and leadership development workshops.
Launched by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, NYC Ladders for Leaders is a joint program of the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and the NYC Commission on Women’s Issues (CWI).
Who can apply?
Anyone with prior work experience (paid or volunteer) who is:
- A permanent resident of one of the five boroughs of New York City
- 16 to 21 years of age
- A current high school junior, high school senior, college freshman, or college sophomore
- Legally allowed to work in New York
When is the deadline to submit my application?
Applicants must submit copies of report cards or college transcripts, proof of college enrollment (if applicable), and recommendation form to the address noted below, along with their completed applications online or postmarked NO LATER THAN 11:59 p.m. (EST) on Monday, November 29th, 2010.
For more information visit: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/jobs/nycladders_for_leaders.shtml
Hundreds of Teens Flock to Third Annual CB14 Youth Conference
Tuesday, May 4th, 2010
BROOKLYN, NY – Brookyn Community Board 14’s Third Annual Youth Conference, held Thursday, April 30, 2010, attracted hundreds of local Brooklyn teens to Brooklyn College’s Student Center in order to help them find jobs or internship and volunteer opportunities while learning crucial skills on how to be successful in the workplace.
Youth Services Committee
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010Start Date: 2010-03-03
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010, Youth Services Committee, CB14 District Office, 810 East 16th Street, 7:00 PM
1. Continuation of planning for Community Board 14’s 2010 Youth Conference
2. Other business
Invitation to Participate in CB14′s Third Annual Youth Conference 2010
Wednesday, January 6th, 2010Dear Community Leader:
Brooklyn Community Board 14 is pleased to announce it has begun planning for its third annual Youth Conference for 2010.
As you may recall, CB14 hosted its first two Youth Conferences in 2008 and 2009 at Brooklyn College. We considered them enormous successes. Hundreds of teenagers attended to find out about jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities, as well as what services various government agencies, non-profit organizations and local businesses are offering young people in our community.
This year, the goal of the Youth Conference will be to provide youth of all ages with an opportunity to better acquaint themselves with public servants, such as New York City Police Officers, and to find educational, job, and community service opportunities for the summer and beyond.
We want comprehensive input in the planning and execution of this conference from the community, City agencies, and from young people who can communicate to us how we can better meet their needs and assist them in their goals.
The Board’s Youth Services Committee will be holding its next planning meeting on Thursday April 22, at Brooklyn College. We encourage your participation on that evening along with anyone else who might be interested to ensure another successful event in 2010.
We look forward to your continued participation in this important event for the youth of our community. Please confirm your attendance by calling the CB14 District office at (718) 859-6357.
Sincerely,
Neil Brier
Co-Chair, CB14 Youth Services Committee
Beverley Kilpatrick
Co-Chair, CB14 Youth Services Committee
Brooklyn Botanic Garden Announces Garden Apprentice Program For High School Students
Wednesday, November 18th, 2009The Garden Apprentice Program (GAP) at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a great way for young people to learn about urban agriculture and the environment while working in one of the most exciting children’s gardens in the world! The four-tier program is demanding and fun, physical and intellectual, exploratory and eye-opening. Apprentices work their way up the tiers, eventually earning a paid Senior Apprentice position. If you are considering a “green” career, enjoy getting your hands dirty, and want to work with other youth, GAP may be for you. You are the future—help make it greener!
Applications are due on Wednesday, December 9, 2009.
For information on the program, visit the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s website at http://www.bbg.org/edu/internships/gap.html.
Youth Employment Opportunity with Parks & Recreation
Wednesday, July 8th, 2009Community Board 14 was recently informed about the following opportunity for young people to apply for jobs with the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation:
What is the MillionTreesNYC Training Program?
Recognizing the MANY benefits trees provide New York City’s residents, neighborhoods and environment, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation and the New York Restoration Project created the MillionTreesNYC tree planting and stewardship initiative that established the goal of planting one million new trees throughout the City’s five boroughs by 2017. In order to make this a reality, MillionTreesNYC started a 7-month “green-collar” job training program that will produce a class of highly trained green professionals. The program begins on October 5, 2009 and runs through April 2009. Trainees will work 33 hours a week, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, and will earn $10.24 per hour.
Download Application: Due July 31, 2009
2009 Youth Conference – Thursday, April 30th
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009
CB14 Organizes Successful Holiday Food Drive For Local Pantries
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008Almost 200 pounds of food donated for community residents, from community residents
Community Board 14 has concluded its Holiday Food Drive, collecting almost 200 pounds of food from community residents to be distributed among food pantries within Flatbush and Midwood. (more…)
CB14 Holiday Food Drive: Help Feed A Neighbor
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008Join Community Board 14 in supporting our local food pantries so no one goes hungry this holiday season!
Here’s how you can help:
Bring 1 item of non-perishable food to our next meeting on Monday, December 8th, in P.S. 249 (Caton Ave. & Marlborough Rd.) at 7:30 PM or drop it off at the Board office (810 East 16th Street) during office hours (weekdays between 10 AM and 4 PM).
* All items will be donated to food pantries within Community District 14 *
Download our flyer and help us spread the word!