Cambridge Park developed BE GREAT: Graduate to not only help youth who are at-risk for dropping out of school remain engaged in school and learning, but to also enhance the culture throughout the Club. Staff reinforce messages to members about the importance of education and their ability to be successful in a school environment.

 This program helps drive positive outcomes for youth in academic success by allowing Clubs to identify youth who show warning signs of withdrawal from school, and pairing them with adult mentors. The goal is to build members’ confidence that they can indeed succeed academically. Mentors consistently monitor warning signs of withdrawal from school and work to develop timely interventions that focus on addressing obstacles and celebrating successes. Mentors are also a vital part of Club, home and school collaborations, in which each party works together to support the youth’s success in school.

 If you’re interested in being a mentor please contact Jay Maia at e-mail: jay@bbgc.org phone: (860) 540-3117

Roberto Clemente Baseball League

To teach youth how to make healthier choices, Boys and Girls Club and Family Center of Bristol has teamed up with the Bristol Police Department, Bristol Youth Services and neighborhood volunteers to create a baseball league that incorporates healthy choices, sportsmanship and hard work.

The program is also designed to help our youth enhance their fundamental baseball skills. The league is coach pitch and is open for boys and girls ages 9-14.   Registration will begin the week of Monday, June 7^th 2010. For more information you may contact Jay Maia at (860) 314-1074 or jay@bbgc.org.

Knee Football

This program is a blast of fun for youth ages 9-12. This activity is designed to create a fun and safe environment where youth can practice their football skills.   All games are played on mats and youth participate on their knees.   For more information you may contact Youth Development Professional Kevin Taylor at (860) 314-1074.

Games room Gallery

The games room is a place where our youth develop good sportsmanship and communication skills.   Youth learn how to be patient and practice structure while participating in bumper pool, air hockey, pool and other low organized games.   This fun room is open Tuesday through Friday from 5:00 pm. until 6:30 pm. for members ages 6-12.  For more information you may contact Jay Maia.

Chess Club

Come join the chess club and work on your concentration and focus skills.   The Club is open to boys and girls ages 8-12 to learn the rules and regulations.   These low organized games also consist of fun intense games.   Players have the opportunity to earn field trips based on their number of wins versus the staff. For more information you may contact Kevin Taylor.