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Youth commission reviews October caseloads, Girls United and outreach events
Summary
Staff reported 16 clients served in October (four returning), described Girls United (grades 6–8) and a growth-mindset group, and previewed a Nov. 18 Lunch-and-Learn webinar and a Kate Murphy library talk.
The Northborough Youth Commission heard program updates for October: staff reported serving 16 clients (four returning) with most needs for housing, utilities, food and employment, and noted two referrals to Healthy Hands for emergency funds.
Staff described the Girls United program focused on sixth- through eighth-grade girls, using interactive activities to teach communication and social skills, and a school-based growth-mindset small group running during school hours for a planned six-week session in coordination with Family Success Partnership. Staff said they hope to repeat and expand programs in the spring.
Commissioners also reviewed outreach and education plans: a 'Lunch and Learn' webinar on Nov. 18 covering holidays and mental health, and a Nov. 18 evening presentation by Kate Murphy on listening skills at the Northborough Library. The library director, Jennifer Bernau, is scheduled to present survey findings on health and wellness at the commission’s next meeting.
Members discussed ways to publicize programming (newsletter, social media) and noted modest social-media growth (Facebook ~238 followers; Instagram ~106).
