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GIRLS EMPOWERED (Grades 4–5)
This 7-week session will focus on teaching leadership skills, public speaking skills
and building friendships through activities. Group participants will hear from guest speakers in our community to gain a deeper understanding of possible roles for their futures. Transportation will be provided from school to town hall.
Instructors: Melissa Hicks, HY&SS Director, Lori Stancycz, YS Coordinator & Kelli Ayala,
YS Specialist
To Register: call 860-258-2726
Day: Thursdays
Winter Session Dates: Janaury 9–February 20 Spring Session Dates: April 24–June 5 Time: 3:30–4:45pm
Fee: Free
Min.: 5
Max.: 8
Location: RH Town Hall building, 761 Old Main St., HY&SS Room 4
BOYS CONNECT (Grades 4–5)
Throughout this 7-week session, participants will hear from guest speakers within our community and engage in activities focused towards leadership, teambuilding and building positive connections. Participants will also work in groups to present a project related to leadership and role models. Transportation will be provided from school to town hall. Instructors: Melissa Hicks, HY&SS Director, Lori Stancycz, YS Coordinator & Kelli Ayala,
YS Specialist
To Register: call 860-258-2726
Day: Thursdays
Winter Session Dates: Janaury 9–February 20 Spring Session Dates: April 24–June 5 Time: 3:30–4:45pm
Fee: Free
Min.: 5
Max.: 8
Location: RH Town Hall building, 761 Old Main St., HY&SS Room 4
RH YOUTH TO YOUTH COALITION/TEEN COUNCIL (Grades 6–12)
Youth Services Advisory Board, Local Prevention Council, Community Service Hours.
Instructor: Lori Stanczyc, YS Coordinator
To Register: Email lstanczyc@rockyhillct.gov (NAME/ADDRESS/GRADE/DOB/PHONE #’s/ Allergies)
Days: 2nd Wednesday of each month *except 1st meeting
Dates: *1/15; 2/12; 3/12; 4/9; 5/14; 6/11
Time: 3:00–4:15pm
Fee: $50 for supplies
Min.: 10
Max.: 25
Location: GMS Café
SENSORY ADAPTIVE OFFERINGS
Join us as we launch our sensory-friendly programs developed for youth, families and parents! Encompassed under these services will be a parent support group, adaptive play groups and a sensory friendly option at community events. Our open house is 1/14/25 from 6:30p
to 7:30p. We welcome those who are interested in learning more, to come and offer thoughts, questions and feedback to help us grow this program.
Instructors: Melissa Hicks, HY&SS Director, Lori Stancycz, YS Coordinator & Kelli Ayala,
YS Specialist
Day: Tuesdays
Date: Open House, January 14
Time: 6:30–8:00pm
Location: RH Town Hall building, 761 Old Main St., HY&SS Room 4
Parent Support Group
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: January 14 (Open House), 2/11, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13, 6/10, 7/9, 8/13, 9/10, 10/8, 11/12 and 12/10 Time: 6:30–8:00pm
Location: RH Town Hall building, 761 Old Main St., HY&SS Room 4
Sensory-Friendly Play Group (Grades 1–3)
Instructors: Melissa Hicks, HY&SS Director, Lori Stancycz, YS Coordinator & Kelli Ayala,
YS Specialist
To Register: call 860-258-2726
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Every other week starting February 6 through May 22
Time: 6:00–6:00pm
Min.: 3
Max.: 6
Location: RH Town Hall building, 761 Old Main St., HY&SS Room 4
Sensory-Friendly Play Group (Grades 4–6)
Instructors: Melissa Hicks, HY&SS Director, Lori Stancycz, YS Coordinator & Kelli Ayala,
YS Specialist
To Register: call 860-258-2726
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Every other week starting February 6 through May 22
Time: 6:15–7:15pm
Min.: 3
Max.: 6
Location: RH Town Hall building, 761 Old Main St., HY&SS Room 4
EQUINE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (Grades 6–12)
Working unmounted with horses to experience horse/human connection through grooming, leading and basic horse care.
Instructor: Lori Stanczyc, YS Coordinator & Ebonyhorsewomen (BUS provided)
To Register: Email lstanczyc@rockyhillct.gov (NAME/GRADE/DOB/ADDRESS/PHONE #’S/ Allergies)
Day: 1st Wednesday of each month *except 1st meeting (PACK: snack/water)
Dates: *1/8; 2/5; 3/5; 4/2; 5/7
Time: 2:30–4:30pm
SupplyFee: $125
Min.: 8
Max.: 10
Location: meet in the hall by the GMS office
QUARTERLY PARENTING SERIES
FALL: Screenagers Documentary, October 28, 2024 WINTER: Peace of Mind Parenting, January 2025, TBD
SPRING: Dr Alicia Farrell, March 2025, TBD
FREE & open to all parents/caregivers, reservation required.
Human, Youth & Senior Services
Youth & Family Services Programs
TO CONFIRM YOUR STUDENT’S SPOT:
Make checks payable to: Town of Rocky Hill
Mail or drop off check to: Human, Youth & Senior Services 761 Old Main St.
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Senior Services Programs
Human Services for Seniors: Let’s Talk
Human Services Specialist, Cristal Philbrick, will be available to meet with individuals to discuss Social Service’s needs.
Staff: Cristal Philbrick, Human Services Specialist
Wednesday
Dates: 11/13, 12/11, 1/8, 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14 Time: 9:00am–12:00pm
Location: Senior / Community Center
Monday
Dates: 11/18, 12/16, 1/13, 2/24, 3/17, 4/21, 5/19 Time: 12:00–2:00pm
Location: Rocky Hill Library
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