Out-of-School
Time Program Information
Empowering
the Next Generation: Learning, Growth, and Connection
Guided Grace Family & Youth Services (FYS) is dedicated to transforming the lives of youth across the Great Lakes Bay region and beyond.
Through engaging and impactful programs, we provide safe, inclusive spaces for children and teens to learn, grow, and build a brighter future.
Our Mission
We aim to foster academic success, emotional well-being, and life skills development by integrating innovative programming with Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Guided Grace FYS inspires youth to achieve their full potential by creating opportunities for learning, connection, and growth.
Programs Tailored to Every Age Group
S.T.E.A.M. Programming
for Grades K-8
Guided Grace FYS provides high-quality S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) programming designed to ignite curiosity and inspire innovation.
By integrating Social Emotional Learning (SEL), students develop vital skills like:
- Positive peer connections
- Anger management
- Self-regulation
- Motivation
This holistic approach ensures that students are not only academically enriched but also socially and emotionally empowered.
Life Skills Learning
for Grades 9-12
Teens aged 14-19 benefit from our dynamic Life Skills Learning Program, which equips them with the tools they need to succeed in life and work.
- Job Readiness Concepts
Building confidence and essential skills for the workforce.
- Financial Literacy
Teaching smart money management for a secure future.
- Mental Health, Mental Wealth Planning
A unique course designed to help teens navigate life’s emotional challenges with resilience and confidence
Our Impact
Out-of-School Time (OST) programs:
Participated in our afterschool programs.
Programs are offered across 6 locations including Saginaw, Bay City, and Troy, Michigan.
Our diversity-and-inclusion-themed summer camps and afterschool initiatives have created safe havens where youth can learn, grow, and thrive. Parents and educators have witnessed firsthand the transformative effects on both students and their families.
Why Choose Guided Grace FYS?
We offer:
- Expertly designed curricula in literacy, mathematics, and science.
- Skilled educators trained in culturally responsive teaching and SEL techniques.
- A safe, nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported.
Support Our Mission
Your generosity helps us expand our reach and provide life-changing opportunities to underserved youth. From scholarships to program enhancements, your donation makes a difference.
Changing Lives. One Step at a Time.
Guided Grace Family & Youth Services is committed to empowering the next generation through innovation, compassion, and community. Together, we’re paving the way for a brighter, more resilient future.
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