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2007 Year of the Youth

Suggested monthly youth activities are not designed to conflict with the established youth programs within an organization. Churches and other organizations are encouraged to plan their own monthly activities if they so desire. The idea is to highlight the importance of youth as the nation's most precious resource.

January

Values Education Month
Highlight the importance of good citizenship, andChristian values

February

Buffet Food
Heritage Education Month

Treat the youth to a buffet dinner, show heritage videos, share heritage information, etc

March

Entertainment Month
Sponsor a trip to the movies or family entertainment

April

Armed Services Month
Encourage the youth to send cards or write letters to those who serve in the armed forces

May

Travel Month
Sponsor an out of town trip

June

Health Education Month
Invite a health professional to come and discuss ways to remain healthy

July

Joint Activities Faith Month
Plan an activity with another Church or organization, place emphasis on religious training

August

Education Month
Invite educators to discuss ways to succeed in the school system or host a mathematics or language arts seminar

September

Sports Month
As a group, attend a local or out of town sporting event

October

Law Enforcement Month
Partner with other churches or organizations in the area and invite law enforcement officers to come and discuss ways to avoid drugs, alcohol and sexual predators

November

Parent Appreciation Month
Encourage youth to make cards or save money to buy their parents a gift or to take them out to dinner

December

Giving, Sharing, Talent Expression / Award Appreciation Month
Highlight the importance of giving to those who are less fortunate, emphasize the importance of positive relationships, plan an awards/certificate program with other churches or organizations and allow the youth to display their talents such as art, singing, building, and writing etc., host an appreciation meal, summarize the year, allow youth to discuss the highlights of the year