Youth Services Center

Last Updated: 8/25/2022 3:13 PM

Owen County Youth Services Center

Becky Mefford, Coordinator

becky.mefford@owen.kyschools.us

2340 Hwy 22 East

Owenton, KY 40359

Office Phone: 502-484-4017

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Health Science Summer Camp at NKU

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FRYSC Mission Statement

To enhance students’ ability to succeed in school by developing and sustaining partnerships that promote:

Early learning and successful transition to school;
Academic achievement and well-being; and
Graduation and transition into adult life.

FRYSC Vision

The Kentucky Division of Family Resource and Youth Services Centers in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services shall establish the national standard of excellence in the provision of school-based family support.

Family Crisis Mental Health Counseling

Sponsor MBMS and OCHS Peer Helper Programs
Refer students to mental health services
Sponsor Girl Power Club at OCHS
Assist in implementing Suicide Prevention Programs at MBMS and OCHS
Assist in implanting Resiliency Poll at OCHS and MBMS
Work with students in immediate danger to themselves or others to get the help they need
Partner with local mental health agencies to provide QUALITY care to families and students
Girls on the Run Program
Sources of Strength Program

Health Services or Referrals to Health Services

Provide basic needs services to promote a healthy life for students
Assist students in finding a doctor for basic health care needs
Assist students needing basic clothing and hygiene needs
Facilitate and organize Power Pack Program
All 5th grade students participate in Recipe for Life Program
Operate Rebel Marketplace Food Pantry monthly for any MBMS or OCHS family

Career Exploration and Development

MBMS students will have opportunity to serve at Legislative pages
Organize college and career field trips for MBMS and OCHS students
Chaperone college fair field trip
Assist OCHS students with professional binders that include resume writing, interview skills, and proper attire
Assist with- FAFSA nights, College Application Day, and Seal the Deal College Signing Day at OCHS

Community Involvement

Sponsor and organize Back-to-School Bash for students and families
Collaborate and implement Holiday Assistance program
Refer families and students to local community resources
Provide enrichment programs for students and families
Coordinate local commodity food program

Educational Support and Drop Out Prevention

Summer Enrichment field trip opportunities
Organize 5th and 9th grade transition programs
Participate in open house activities at OCHS and MBMS
Organize and facilitate Cinderella's Closets opportunity for OCHS junior and seniors
(30) Young women Attend Young Women Lead Conference yearly

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2022-2023

YOUTH SERVICES CENTER

COUNCIL MEETINGS

September 1, 2022

October 20, 2022

December 8, 2022

February 16, 2023

April 13, 2023

The Meetings will be held at the Owen County Youth Services Center at OCHS from 12:00-1:00. Lunch will be provided. Any parent/guardian of students attending Maurice Bowling Middle School or Owen County High School are invited to attend!

RSVP: becky.mefford@owen.kyschools.us or 502-484-4017

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Youth Services Center FreeStore Food Bank Pantry

Participation requirements are regulated by the Free Store Food Bank School Pantry. The requirements include that at least one student living in the household must be enrolled in either the Maurice Bowling Middle School or the Owen County High School, however, food will be provided for everyone living in the household. Click the link above for more information and distribution dates.