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YO Valley

 

 
Youth Opportunity Movement - Valley

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Mission

The mission of YO! Valley is to promote achievement by working with families and community partners to create opportunities for youth to reach their education, employment and personal goals.

Let us help you turn that dream into a reality, whether it's getting your GED, going to college, getting a job, learning a trade, becoming an artist, whatever your dream might be.

We are willing to help you take that first step in the adventure of your future, if you're willing to stand up to the challenge, make a commitment and put in the hard work that's required. Your goals are within reach.


Education 

Homework & Tutoring Center:
Come take advantage of the tutoring lab. Gain access to computers, the Internet, printer, fax, copy machines and tutors to help you with that tough assignment.

Support Services:
We offer assistance with transportation, books, supplies, tools and equipment. We can also connect you to our agency partners, who can assist you with childcare, counseling, and other service needs.

High School & GED Prep:

Our academic workshop offers assistance in:
  • GED Prep
  • High School Diploma Prep
  • Exit Exam Prep
  • College:
    Let us assist youth with transition to college / occupational training. Services Provided:
  • SAT prep
  • Financial Aid application assistance
  • Occupational assistance
  • Career path planning
  • College & educational exploration

  • Employment

    Skills Assessment:
    Not sure what career path to take? Our vocational assessment programs will help you determine your vocational aptitude and assist in mapping out your career path.

    Job Readiness & Work Experience:
    For those 14-21 year olds who have difficulty finding a job, our job readiness program offers work experience, on-the-job training, job shadowing, part-time and full-time employment in a field that's related to your career and employment goals.

    Job Search & Placement Assistance:
    Now that you have completed job readiness and work experience, we will assist you in your job search activity by providing you with job leads, linking you with other employment resources, keeping you informed of weekly job fairs in your immediate area, and giving you access to our job banks.


    Community

    Annual Youth Day Fair:
    This event provides San Fernando Valley youth with an opportunity to explore available educational, career, employment and personal development options. The day is fun-filled with activities such as basketball, football, soccer competitions, boxing exhibitions, games and live entertainment.

    Boxing:
    Our boxing program not only teaches the fine art of boxing but it is also is a great program to help you get in shape. We can get you into boxing competitions or you can do it simply for fun. Please contact us to find out what other community events we are offering.

     

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