Explore Outside The Box Youth Center
Academic Support
Health & Wellness
Academic Support
- Homework Help & Tutoring: Daily after-school support with volunteer tutors.
- Career Exploration: Guest speakers, job shadowing, and resume-building workshops.
- College Prep: SAT/ACT study groups, financial aid guidance, and campus tours.
- Hobby into Career: teaching students how to start a business.
Art & Creativity
Health & Wellness
Academic Support
- Visual Arts: Painting, photography, digital design, and mural projects.
- Creative Writing: Poetry slams, journaling workshops, and storytelling circles.
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
Social & Recreational
- Sports Leagues: Basketball, soccer, volleyball and seasonal tournaments.
- Mental Health Support: Peer groups, mindfulness sessions, and workshops on stress management.
- Nutrition & Cooking: Healthy meal prep classes and community garden projects.
Social & Recreational
Leadership & Community Engagement
Social & Recreational
- Game Nights: Board games, esports tournaments and trivia competitions.
- Movie Nights: Weekly screenings with discussions afterward.
- Cultural Exchange: Celebrate diverse traditions through food, music, and storytelling.
- Outdoor Adventures: Hiking trips, camping weekends and nature exploration.
- Sporting events: Detroit based basketball, football, soccer and hockey games.
Leadership & Community Engagement
Leadership & Community Engagement
Leadership & Community Engagement
- Youth Council: A leadership board where teens help shape center programs.
- Volunteer Projects: Organize food drives, park cleanups, or senior center visits.
- Civic Engagement: Workshops on local government, advocacy, and public speaking.
- Mentorship Programs: Pair younger teens with older peers or adult mentors.