Youth Development
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation recognizes the need for life skills programming, in addition to our traditional offerings. The following programs have been designed to enrich the lives of both FCPR youth participants and adults.
College Experience Field Trips
Current participants in FCPR Youth Development programs are eligible for inclusion in College Experience Field Trips. Scheduled trips are FREE* of charge and include college tours of regional schools, as well as, a day on the college campus. Trips are traditionally scheduled on days when Cumberland County Schools are not in session. Participants must have participated in an FCPR Youth Development Program in the past year, or be currently enrolled, to be eligible to attend. Call 910-433-1021 for more information.
Teen Youth Day of Service
Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?' In January join Fayetteville teens in days of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “A day on not a day off day off” For more information call FCPR Youth development office at 433-1021.
Junior Official Program
This 3 part program will focus on the following:
Level I will focus on Life Skills training involving decision-making, conflict resolution, team building, customer service and communication.
Level II will focus on athletic officiating philosophies, rule enforcements, exams, mechanics and film review.
Level III will focus on the field/court practicum exercises with live scrimmages.
Prospective officials must complete each level in order to advance to the next phase. Upon completion of all 3 levels, the graduate will be assigned to officiate youth games in the FCPR Program. Register at any recreation center.
14-18 yrs; Free
Junior Scorekeeper Program
This 3 part program will focus on the following:
Level I will focus on Life Skills training involving decision-making, conflict resolution, team building, customer service and communication.
Level II will focus on game day operations, record keeping and rule enforcement.
Level III will focus on the field/court practicum exercises with live scrimmages.
Prospective scorekeepers must complete each level in order to advance to the next phase. Upon completion of all 3 levels, the graduate will be assigned to work youth games in the FCPR Program. Graduates completing a minimum of four hours of scorekeeping will be considered for hire the following season. Register at any recreation center.
14-18 yrs; Free
Fall Workshop Series
Youth Development Workshops are offered at a number of locations but all courses are available (free of charge!) to any and all interested participants. You need only to register and attend!
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with the Office of College Access Programs at Fayetteville State University to bring these workshops to our community, free of charge!
The Office of College Access Programs’ mission is to encourage and assist youth who are traditionally under-represented in college with preparation for, entry into, and completion of a college degree. The office provides a broad range of high-quality college preparatory services to students, parents, and educators. Through Educational Talent Search, Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math & Science and the 21st Century Community Learning Centers a broad range of high-quality college preparatory services to students, parents, and educators are provided. For more information on the Office of College Access Programs, call 672-1351. For more information on FCPR Youth development programs, call 433-1021. Check our website at fcpr.org for dates and locations.
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation's Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
What is FCPR SADD?
Students Against Destructive Decisions is a non-profit that supports the safety and wellness of all teens. This Chapter, based out of the Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation Youth Development Programs is dedicated to empowering teens to enhance safety for themselves and their community. SADD Chapters meet to participate in trainings and activities on mental health, traffic safety, substance use prevention, bullying, and leadership development. Joining FCPR is free to all teens in grades 8-12. Scholarships and national opportunities are available to members as well. To learn more, visit sadd.org. The meeting will be the 4th Monday of each month. For more information on FCPR Youth development programs, call 433-1021.