The City of Cleveland's 22 recreation centers are now transitioning to become Neighborhood Resource & Recreation Centers. This shift includes a holistic plan to connect youth, adults and seniors to center-based employment service, recreational programs, educational advancement opportunities and more. In addition, the City of Cleveland has completed a facilities assessment and will soon announce capital improvements aimed at providing better services to Cleveland neighborhoods.
Office of PIOYY Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 04/12/2019 - 1:11pm
Here are some of the exciting programs:
- STEM: Youth in grades K-8 will engage in STEM activities through hands-on exploration and experimentation.
- Silver Spokes Senior Cycling: Seniors will learn cycling road rules, discover bike paths, enjoy group rides and meet others interested in cycling.
- ACT & SAT Prep: Youth in grades 10-12 can access ACT and SAT prep tutoring to meet the demands of college entrance.
- Performing Arts: youth in grades 6-12 will participate in dance, drama and vocal performing arts classes.
- Performing & Visual Arts: Youth in grades K-12 will participate in performing and visual arts residencies including performance poetry and hip hop music design.
- Drug & Alcohol Prevention: Youth ages 14-18 will learn drug and alcohol prevention through theater.
Last updated: 04/16/2019 - 3:51pm
Yes. The shift to Neighborhood Resource & Recreation Centers means that summer programming for youth will be enhanced. Youth will now have access to resources beyond the traditional recreation programs such as Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.) Internships, Cleveland Public Power Apprenticeships, ACT and SAT preparation, summer jobs programs and more.
Last updated: 04/12/2019 - 1:16pm
Yes. The intergenerational programming favorites of seniors and adults alike – such as swimming, basketball, racquetball, etc. – will still be available.
Last updated: 04/12/2019 - 1:17pm
Former neighborhood recreation centers will now serve as Neighborhood Resource & Recreation Centers at the same location. The Neighborhood Resource & Recreation Center locations are:
|
|
Last updated: 04/12/2019 - 1:21pm