The valuable contributions made by student volunteers at Maimonides were honored during the Annual Student Volunteer Recognition Ceremony and Breakfast.
Our Youth
Teen Newsflash: Summer Academy
St. Francis Prep’s Summer Academy runs July 25-29, 9 a.m. to 3p.m. It offers courses in: Science research, English and math, music technology, computer and fine arts, musical theater, SFP-TV production and video game design.
Youth Views: What makes you truly happy and why?
Being around friends and family makes me truly happy. Our time on Earth will not last forever so making sure my family and friend connections are strong is very important. Having good friends and family makes me feel really happy.
The Power of Collaboration
St. Joseph High School’s Amaris Marte and Jessica Peters write about their experiences teaming up with LaSalle Academy for the The Cooper Union Innovators Program. Their project, titled “War & Peace” received second place on a contest.
Teen Newsflash: Youth Page Submissions during the summer
Are you doing something unique with your parish, youth group or school this summer? Would you like to share your experiences? Submit articles, reflections and photos to mnegrochin@desalesmedia.org.
Raising Funds For Veterans
In honor of Memorial Day, St. Agnes A.H.S. students held a bake sale and a red, white and blue dress down day to raise funds for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 885 in College Point.
Youth Views: How Are You Observing the Jubilee Year of Mercy?
My family and I observe the Year of Mercy by incorporating patience and reflection throughout each day. When the stress level is high, we suppress it by asking God for patience in our hearts, while always reflecting on our true values and intentions.
Teen Newsflash: Save the Date for the National Black Catholic Congress
The 12th National Black Catholic Congress will be held in Orlando, Fla., in July of 2017. The theme is “The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Me: act justly, love goodness, and walk humbly with your God.”
Youth Insight: Always Able to Forgive
Frank Cesare, a junior at Christ the King H.S., Middle Village, reflects on a time when he was hurt by someone and was faced with having to forgive that person.
St. Edmund Shows Musical Talent
The Stringed Ensemble at St. Edmund Prep, H.S., Sheepshead Bay, debuted this year during the school’s annual spring concert.