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Partnering for a Brighter Future
October 29, 2020 / Independent Youth News
On October 15th, SCO Family of Services joined with Community Solutions, The Brownsville Partnership and the greater Brownsville community for a virtual Open House. The online event served to introduce local residents to our agency, our Brooklyn Youth Center (BYC), and other programs that focus on children, youth development, and…
Read MoreSioban’s Ceilidh Supports SCO’s Career Readiness Initiative
March 17, 2020 / Independent Youth News
Irish eyes were smiling as friends of SCO gathered for Sioban’s Ceilidh, a reception in memory and honor of longtime SCO employee Sioban Rack, to benefit SCO’s Career Readiness Initiative. Ginnie Treiber, Laura Gay, and Grace Del Gadio served as event Co-Chairs. The Irish themed benefit was held March 11th…
Read MoreSCO Family of Services Raises Record $89,000 at 38th Annual Madonna Heights Golf Classic
June 18, 2018 / Independent Youth News
Dix Hills, NY Friends of SCO Family of Services’ Madonna Heights programs teed up June 7th for the 38th Annual Madonna Heights Golf Classic at the Woodside Club in Muttontown, Long Island, raising a record $89,000 to support the vital work of Madonna Heights to teach, strengthen and…
Read MoreFoster Care Youth Sharpen Skills On and Off the Court
June 5, 2018 / Independent Youth News
Queens, NY Young men in our family foster care and residential programs honed their court skills recently at a basketball clinic hosted at our Ottilie gym and run by current and former professional basketball players. There was a mentorship component as well as players and youth shared past experiences and…
Read MoreSCO Family of Services Family Dynamics’ 8th Annual Art, Wine & Design Auction Supports After School and Family Support Programs in Brooklyn
June 1, 2018 / Independent Youth News
Brooklyn, NY More than 125 local art, wine and design lovers gathered at the Lightbox in Manhattan April 23rd for the 8th Annual SCO Family Dynamics Art, Wine & Design Auction to raise awareness and funds for community-based family and after school programs in Central Brooklyn. The evening’s silent and live…
Read MoreFoster Care Youth Sharpen Skills On and Off the Court
May 25, 2018 / Independent Youth News
May 25, 2018 – Queens, NY Young men in our family foster care and residential programs honed their court skills recently at a basketball clinic hosted at our Ottilie gym and run by current and former professional basketball players. There was a mentorship component as well as players and youth…
Read MoreFoster Care Mentoring Program featured in Represent
April 26, 2018 / Independent Youth News
SCO introduced an innovative mentoring program that pairs young people in foster care with mentors who share similar experiences, as former foster youth. The year-long program culminated in a farewell dinner that was documented by Represent Magazine. Read the full story
Read MoreSCO Family of Services to Open Independence Inn VII
February 1, 2018 / Independent Youth News
February 1, 2018 – Glen Cove, NY – SCO Family of Services has received funding from the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development to open Independence Inn VII, a transitional independent living residence for runaway and homeless teen/young adult mothers and their children. SCO will also provide…
Read MoreSCO’s Close to Home Program Recognized
December 8, 2017 / Independent Youth News
November 9, 2017 – New York, NY – SCO’s Close to Home (C2H) program was recognized for successfully completing the “candidacy” period of Performance-based Standards (PbS) at an awards banquet held by the NYC Administration for Children’s Services Division of Youth & Family Development. Performance–based Standards (PbS) is a data-driven…
Read MoreCongratulations, Graduates!
July 7, 2017 / Independent Youth News
June 30, 2017 - Glen Cove, NY - Graduations, Award Ceremonies, End-of-Year Performances…there was much to celebrate at SCO as the school year came to a close! Here are a few highlights:
Read MoreMadonna Heights 37th Annual Golf Classic Raises Vital Funds for Women and Families
June 29, 2017 / Independent Youth News
Dix Hills, NY – Friends of SCO Family of Services’ Madonna Heights programs teed up June 19th for the 37th Annual Madonna Heights Golf Classic in Syosset, Long Island. The event, held at the Woodside Club, raised funds to support the vital work of Madonna Heights to teach, strengthen and empower young and adult women to heal from trauma.
Read MoreSCO’s Holly Brickey Receives Front Line Heroes Award
April 18, 2017 / Independent Youth News
April 18, 2017 - Manhattan, NY - SCO Family of Services is proud to announce that Holly Brickey, a Senior Caseworker in SCO’s Close to Home Program, has been recognized by New York Nonprofit Media as a Front Line Hero.
Read MoreBuilding Leaders at Family Dynamics After School Program
March 23, 2017 / Independent Youth News
March 23, 2017 – Brooklyn, NY Students from our Family Dynamics East New York Middle School of Excellence (ENYMSE) After School Program have been participating in a leadership series, “Love Thy Self,” designed to build confidence and foster self-expression while developing connections with peers and staff. The theme for this…
Read MoreSCO Expands Juvenile Justice Programs
July 26, 2016 / Independent Youth News
SCO has recently opened the Young Adult Workforce Program for young men and women, ages 18-21 who are currently incarcerated at Rikers Island. Run in partnership with the NYC Dept. of Correction and with funding from the NYC Dept. of Education, the goal is to work with the young people both…
Read MoreCongrats 2016 SCO Grads!
July 25, 2016 / Independent Youth News
CONGRATULATIONS!!! The past month was filled with graduations and moving up ceremonies throughout SCO as students received diplomas, awards and certificates in recognition of their amazing achievements! Here are highlights from just a few of our programs:
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