empowering youth
Learning takes place everywhere, all the time. To support young people in their development, our community must expand learning opportunities beyond the school day and school year. It’s equally important that youth have a fun, safe environment in which they can grow and thrive. Whether after school or during the summer, Youth Success Summit brings together a network of program providers in Summit County offering a variety of enrichment, sports, wellness, and college and career readiness programs—ensuring the right opportunities for every young person!
our vision
To ensure that all children and youth have equitable access to high quality out of school time programs that enhance positive youth development, reduce youth violence, advance educational achievement, and better prepare youth for college and career; Provide support and solutions to real problems faced by after school and summer program providers.
our mission
To galvanize the entire community to provide equitable and innovative opportunities where youth build essential skills needed for success in life.
our values
- Ensure youth are seen, heard, valued and empowered in leadership and governance
- Identify and eliminate inequities through intentional design
- View families as essential to youth development and learning
- Create environments where network members feel a sense of belonging to thrive personally, professionally, and in collaboration with others