Sprockets Spotlight

A Summer Tradition: Day at Lake Phalen

Fishing in your own neighborhood, geocaching, harmonica-making, Double Dutch jumping -- what more could you want out of a summer afternoon? Read More »

Routes and Recipes: Navigating Saint Paul’s Learning Opportunities

It’s one thing to have quality youth programs in the city; it’s another thing making sure youth have access to those experiences. Read More »

Celebrating Program Improvement: Data Journey Stories from the Network

Reflecting on the triumphs and obstacles of the past year's Activator Improvement Cycle Read More »
Enough Talk, More Action: CLUES YA!

Enough Talk, More Action: CLUES YA!

There’s a lot of talk about the achievement gap, the opportunity gap, the empowerment gap. Talk’s not cutting it for these students; it’s all about action—Youth in Action. Read More »

Elementary Empowerment: Public Achievement at Jackson

A group of Jackson Elementary students aren't waiting for adults to change the world. Read More »

Today's and Tomorrow's Trailblazers: The Youth Leadership Initiative

A dynamic multicultural teen program is learning and exemplifying what it means to lead Read More »
Right Track: Summer Jobs for Saint Paul Youth

Right Track: Summer Jobs for Saint Paul Youth

Right Track is Saint Paul's pipeline for youth career development and building a diverse future workforce. Read More »

Breaking Down College Barriers: Breakthrough Twin Cities

“Then a miracle happened.  I found an open channel into new water.  I found Breakthrough St. Paul, a lifelong family, and an unfailing support system.”  Read More »
Spreading their Wings: Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership

Spreading their Wings: Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership

Be on the lookout for these ambitious young immigrant women -- they'll be leaders in your community soon, if not already. Read More »
The Urban Battle Tutoring Program

Two Decades of Empowering Youth: The Urban Battle Tutoring Program

Across from our state capitol, a small volunteer-based program has been serving young people for over 19 years. Read More »

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