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Delta Community Outreach CenterThis primary conduit for the chapter's public service activities is housed in the Winfield PAL Center in Randallstown and is focused around an after school program for “at-risk” youth ages 8-17. Projects at the Center include tutoring and mentoring, homework assistance, drug abuse and HIV/AIDS prevention and educational workshops, as well as social activities to help improve grades and school attendance while focusing on building self-esteem and cultural awareness. The Youth Risk Reduction Program consists of three major components: Education and Training Community Support Services Mentoring and Role Modeling Some of the ongoing activities include: Daily The Afterschool Program is conducted during the school year (September through June) and focuses on homework assistance, tutoring, mentoring and self-esteem building. Workshops are presented by outside consultants on various issues such as drug/tobacco awareness, health issues and nutrition. Participants are engaged in structured activities that allow for fun while experiencing Hands-on-Science, arts and crafts, joint and individual activities. The Summer Enhancement Program is conducted during the summer (July-August) with daily activities such as arts and crafts, field trips, computer classes and educational workshops. Team Sports consists of various team-oriented activities including kickball, soccer, volleyball and basketball. Monthly/Bi-Monthly The Youth Gazette is a bi-weekly program where students create a monthly newsletter for the Winfield PAL Center that helps improve various skills, including writing, editing, and using the computer to inform the community about recent events.Parent's Nights are monthly workshops for parents in the community with varying topics of interest such as Nutrition, Banking, Crime Prevention, Nutrition, Maryland State Assessment Testing and Home Buying Seminars. Seasonal Annual Back-to-School Open House (September) Parents are invited to the Center along with their children for an opportunity to meet each other and learn about the activities of the Center. School supplies are distributed and refreshments are served. Harvest Festival (October) An alternative activity to Trick or Treating which normally includes a party or a field trip. Annual Christmas and Kwanzaa Celebrations (December) A pageant presented by the youth normally followed by a party where parents and guests are invited. Black History Month (February) A different outstanding African-American in history will be discussed each day during the month. Activities also include an essay contest, performing skits, recitals, or day trips. Youth Retreat (May) An all day activity where the children are transported off-site to an environment that will allow stimulation of thought and open discussion of issues affecting young people while enjoying a fun-filled day. Guest speakers present workshops and lead discussions on topics such as health, hygiene, leadership, peer pressure, etc. Annual Juneteenth Celebration (June) Community supporters, such as the County Library, the County Health Department, County Police Department and Local Politicians, set up booths and disseminate information. Speakers, entertainment, radio simulcast, marching bands, face painting, clowns, refreshments and lots of community support guarantee a successful event every year. |

