Washington Irving YABC runs in partnership with Mission Society of NYC. Mission Society of NYC is a large not-for-profit human service organization. As a partner, Mission Society of NYC holds a central role in supporting students in all aspects of school life and beyond. Mission Society of NYC provides student support services, college and career exploration, extracurricular activities, and family support and outreach. Each student is assigned a Mission Society Youth Advisor who will work closely with him/her to assist him/her with any needs. The Youth Advisors are committed to assisting all students in achieving their goals!
Resume and cover letter writing
Finding employment & Paid internships
On-going seminars on skill building workshops
Assistance obtaining work attire
College Exploration and visiting college campuses
Completing college application and FAFSA
Town hall meetings
Social Gatherings
Field trips
Attending sorting events
Volunteering
Transcript review
Tutoring and coaching
Preparing students to graduate
Family intervention
Family visits and house calls for attendance
Supportive 1:1 and group counseling
Engagement
Cultural enrichment exploration(theater & arts)
Special interest groups
Life skills workshops
Job experience
Paid internship
Mentorship
Help guide career goals
Create a professional network
Build a strong resume
Secure good references and recommendations