Pawtucket School Department: Transition Program (Blog Entry)

Name of Organization:  Pawtucket School Department: Transition Program
Address: 286 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Description of the overall mission of this organization: Assisting individuals with intellectual and learning disabilities with job skills and assisting them in attain a job.

Ages of youth served: 17 - 22 years old

Name of Mentor: Deborah Farrar

Hours worked: (number, days, times) Mon & Weds 8am-2:30pm

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both)
Assisted students on RIPTA buses to get to job sites; Assisted students in creating a resume along with applying to jobs; Worked one-on-one with students on creating action plans for their IEP meetings; Assisted with technology issues; Taught individuals job essential skills such as: stocking shelves, breaking boxes down, setting dinner tables, making lunches for the homeless, hanging clothing on hangers, cleaning services.

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style): School environment, 17 students, 1 Main Teacher, 2 One-on One Workers, 3 Job Coaches. 2 classrooms within the Special Education Department of the School Department Building. Dress code consisted of comfortable business casual.
Additional Requirements: (travel, etc) Patience is highly required.

Special notes on process of getting this internship: Have to go through the Superintendent of the School Department

Other internship opportunities with this organization: N/A

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship? #SpecialEducation #JobSkills #Hands-on #teenagers #youngadults

Your name: Julyssa J. Walker
Your cohort: Cohort 7
Your email address if others can contact you: jwalker_6687@email.ric.edu

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Planned Parenthood of Southern New England

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Name of Organization: Planned Parenthood of Southern New England

Address: 175 Broad St. Providence, RI, 02908

Description of the overall mission of this organization: The mission of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England is to protect the fundamental right of all individuals to manage their own fertility and their sexual health, and to ensure access to the services, education and information to realize that right. They do this through three branches of service: Clinical services, Education, and Public Policy and Advocacy. 

Ages of youth served: In my internship, I mainly worked with youth ages 12 to 19 years old.

Name of Mentor: Yanine Castedo, Community Organizer (amongst other things)

Hours worked: I did a total of 140 hours between both semesters.

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both): I worked individually with 2 student interns from the MET high school supporting their school projects. Audrey (pictured) is working on a book and website where people can safely disclose their sexual assault stories and work together to bring attention to the issues around rape and sexual assault. Brenda is working with local organizations to support the fight for drivers licenses for undocumented folks and immigration policy reform. I also worked in the clinic providing direct reproductive health care services to young people. And finally, I facilitated lessons and workshops for young people about sexual health topics.

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style): The health center and the Admin side are divided by the break room and people rarely cross paths. It was interesting to be a middleman in that situation where people transmitted information from either side through me. People in admin make significantly more than the people in the clinic and they are always so much laid back and less stressed than the clinic staff. They only follow the business casual dress code when Amanda Skinner (CEO, based in New Haven) is in the building. There are about 8 people in Admin and about 20 people in the health center. 

Additional Requirements (travel, etc): I didn't do much travelling for the internship as most of the events were based in the Education Center and Audrey and Brenda would also come to the clinic to meet with me.

Special notes on process of getting this internship: My mentor initially rejected my request to complete my internship with her because she was a busy person who felt over-worked as it is. I got this internship by insisting I would be an asset to her rather than a burden. However, she was right about how busy she was. I ended up mentoring two of her interns completely, without much support from her. It's definitely a bigger conversation to have with a potential mentor when they tell you they are too busy, they might be saving you the trouble of feeling unguided at times. 

Other internship opportunities with this organization: Currently, the clinic has research internships available for pre-med students, clinic assistant job positions and unpaid volunteerships. In admin, there are often available positions for internships, fellowships, and even part-time/full-time jobs. Check this link often to see if an open position interests you: PPSNE JOBS 

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship? Sexual Education, Teenagers, Mentoring

Your name: Jayleen Salcedo

Your cohort: Cohort 7.5 (December 2020 graduation)

Your email address if others can contact you: salcedojayleen@gmail.com also please call/text me instead at (401)-660-5867

LOVE AND LIGHT TO YOU ALL,

Jay ❤️ 

Henry Barnard Laboratory School

 

Name of Organization: (Include hyperlink) : Henry Barnard Laboratory School ( http://henrybarnardschool.org/ )

Address: 600 Mt Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI 02908

Description of the overall mission of this organization: "The mission of Henry Barnard School's faculty and staff is to provide an inclusive, positive, safe, creative hands-on learning environment, where children are challenged academically and encouraged to be socially responsible members of our diverse learning community."

Ages of youth served: 3-11 (Pre-school through Grade 5)

Name of Mentor: Elizabeth Orton 

Hours worked: (number, days, times) : 12 hours due to pandemic Monday, Tuesdays, Fridays 8-12am

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both) : Teacher associate in preschool classroom & hands-on activities/centers with the kids, helped set up snacks and lunch, assisted in library, Spanish  and music class

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style) : dress code was very casual.. Was able to wear sneakers and comfy clothes but nothing like sweatpants. 

Additional Requirements: (travel, etc) : Only requirement was having an up-to-date BCI on file

Special notes on process of getting this internship: Rachael set me up with Elizabeth, who I reached out to via email. We set up a day for an interview and for me to meet the kids. I was able to come in the next day with my BCi and start that morning. 

Other internship opportunities with this organization: N/A

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship?

sports, preschool, DCYF, teenagers, administrative, trauma, mentoring, hands-on, art, science, afterschool, dance, curriculum, library, school, leadership, paid, 

#preschool #hands-on #centers

Your name: Stephanie Dionizio

Your cohort: 7

Your email address if others can contact you: sdionizio@yahoo.com

Student Success Office

Name of Organization: RHODE ISLAND COLLEGE   http://www.ric.edu/studentlife/Pages/default.aspx

Address: 600 Mt.pleasant ave 

Description of the overall mission of this organization:The Office of Student Life provides programs, services, and co-curricular experiences that enhance student success. Our efforts promote an inclusive community and the development of leadership, critical thinking, global awareness, self-advocacy, career decision-making and job search skills. The Office of Student Life also improves the quality of student life by addressing students' needs and issues and works to maintain student safety. 

Ages of youth served: 18- older

Name of Mentor: Tamika Wordlow 

Hours worked: (number, days, times)   Wed/ Friday = 135

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both) both: I conducted research on certain topics also interview multiple people in higher education, most of the work was learning how to become a professional.

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style)

Additional Requirements: (travel, etc) none

Special notes on process of getting this internship: conducted two meeting prior to fall session discussing internship with both Tamika and the Rachael. 

Other internship opportunities with this organization: conduct a talk with ddi 

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship?

hands-on, leadership, paid, higher education

Your name: Ronya Traynham 

Your cohort: 7

Your email address if others can contact you:

rtraynham_0997@email.ric.edu 

Ronya Traynham 

Rhode Island College

McNair Scholar

Deans Fellow'18-19

Orientation Leader

Residential Assistance

Lincoln School

Name of Organization: Lincoln School Center for Justice, Peace, and Global Citizenship  https://www.lincolnschool.org/

Address: 301 Butler Ave. Providence RI 02906

Description of the overall mission of this organization: "The Center for Justice, Peace, and Global Citizenship drives critical reflection and engagement on all matters pertaining to diversity, inclusion, justice, multiculturalism, and global citizenship at Lincoln. The Center empowers the Lincoln School community to make positive and sustainable change, to ask the "difficult questions", to address implicit and explicit bias, and to do so with respect, regardless of ability, age, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. The Center's interconnected web of student clubs and program days that address topics like racial justice, privilege, feminism, and intersectionality, support this important work."

Ages of youth served: 8th - 12th Grade primarily, some work with Pre-kindergarten - 7th Grade

Name of Mentor: Barret Fabris

Hours worked: (number, days, times) total of 12.5 hours/week, 2 days/week Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both) Lead with students and mentor to create lesson plans and support growth of student clubs focused on race, gender, sexuality, and environmental justice. Some administrative work like revising out of date gender policy and attending meetings.

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style) The students are required to follow a dress code but the teachers dress more relaxed. The center is used as a place for primarily students of color and LGBTQ+ students to relax between classes and meet with clubs so it has a more relaxed feel than a typical classroom. There are also opportunities for professional development.

Additional Requirements: (travel, etc) N/A

Special notes on the process of getting this internship: Start early with getting connected to the mentor to ensure enough time to complete hours.

Other internship opportunities with this organization: Possibly work with administration or specific grade levels.

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship?

Teenagers, hands-on, curriculum

Your name: Carley Loiselle

Your cohort: 7

Your email address if others can contact you: cloiselle17@gmail.com

Boys and Girls Clubs of Northern Rhode Island

Name of Organization: Boys and Girls Clubs of Northern Rhode Island (BGCNRI)  

                                        https://www.bgcnri.org  

Address: 1 James Mckee Way Cumberland RI, 02864

Description of the overall mission of this organization: Making sure that the youth that is served reach their full potential 

Ages of youth served: 5 to 12 Years Old

Name of Mentor: Jessica Bliss, ChildCare Director 

                             https://www.bgcnri.org/before-and-after-school-program 

                             https://www.bgcnri.org/summer-child-care-application 

Hours worked: Tuesday's 9-5 pm & Thursday's 9-2 pm

Description of your role and duties: Putting in the attendance for the Before School Program. Helping with organizing and getting ready for summer camp like going through files, Getting accredited by the ACA, Getting the summer camp packet ready to go live for registration on the website and for when people walk in the door asking for a packet to fill out. Teaching a class to my group called Smart Kids and started a new program called Healthy Habits. I also put in attendance for DHS and to get reimbursed for the food program that we use. When a child gets ineligible for DHS I would have to write a letter for the parent to let them know they would have to reapply.   

Description of the culture of the place: There is one person in the childcare directors office but I would have to walk through the Front Desk Office to get to the Childcare directors office. Across the hall in the administration offices there are 9 people.  The dress code was laid back but to a point. I could wear my BGCNRI shirt with a pair of leggings and the childcare director would wear jeans with a nice shirt with nice shoes. As long as our pants did not have holes in them or our shirts were presentable we were good. Since we do not have to go to any formal meeting we do not have to dress super fancy and since I work directly with the youth I want the parents to know that I work there. We are all very friendly and close because we see each other every day so our communication is very good. The communication style was made for employees and interns to feel comfortable voicing opinions or just having a conversation.

Additional Requirements: The childcare director does have to travel to go to some conferences throughout the year (travel, etc)

Special notes on the process of getting this internship: Working there I already had an in already on getting the internship but I would say that if someone wanted to intern at a Boys and Girls Club that going in there with their resume ready in hand and with an attitude that you are ready to work with an extraordinary group of young people. It is a great way to get some experience working in a Nonprofit Organizations as well as working with a diverse population.

Other internship opportunities with this organization: The Director of Development takes on interns, the Athletic Director does some internships and that is it for right now. 

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship?

DCYF Certified, Bright Star Certified, Before and After School Program, Summer Camp Program, Administrative Work, Curriculum, Non-paid  

Your name: Kayla Fleurant

Your cohort: 7

Your email address if others can contact you: kfleurant10@gmail.com

YWCA Rhode Island

YWCA

Address: 514 Blackstone Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895  

The overall mission of the YWCA is to eliminated racism and empower women! 

We serve youth from 11-14 years of age (Middle School) 

Mentor: Karla Alba  

Hours worked: Substitute 3pm-6:30pm (Tues, Wed, Thurs & Sat) 

Description of role & duties: Provide mentoring and support to young middle school girls. Facilitate Check-in, Girl Circle, and program activities. Input ideas for activities and learning opportunities that promoted social justice. 

Description of culture in space: There were about 6 Gems After School Counselors, 1 Site Coordinator, and up to 20 Gem Girls. The dress code for counselors were mainly sporty casual, YWCA T-shirt or jacket, and Jeans or Skirt. Communication between site coordinator and counselors were mainly through a group chat or email. It was positive and always looking for better ways to improve program for the girls. 

Additional requirements: Attend field trips on Saturdays. 

Process of getting Internship: I was told about the program from the field coordinator at Youth Development. Told me about the mission of the organization and they were looking for a women of color. The mission spoke to me, so I emailed the chief mission director with my resume and cover letter. Scheduled an interview and got the position on the spot. 

Opportunities of this program: Allows you to be with middle school girls and learn what interest them in today's time. Ability to grow interpersonal skills and approach learning with topics that are not discuss much in middle school spaces. 

Your Name: Marleni Suazo 

Cohort: 6

TAGS: #Teenagers #Mentoring #Empowerment #Role-Model #InnerBeauty #Dance #Art #Cooking #Sowing #Leadership #MiddleSchool #Girls 

Argosy Collegiate Charter Schools

Name of Organization: (Include hyperlink) Argosy Collegiate Charter school

https://www.argosycollegiate.org/

Address:263 hamlet st fall river ma 02724

Description of the overall mission of this organization: to provide an individualized education and preparation for after high school in college or a trade

Ages of youth served: middle school and high school

Name of Mentor: dr. michelle carney

Hours worked: (number, days, times) 17 and half a week 3 days a week

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both) hands on support scholars who identify with special needs and supported their education in a small group lead setting

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style) business casual professional for a school setting no jeans or sweatshirts students have a dress code

Additional Requirements: (travel, etc) is approximately 40 mins from rhode island college and with traffic anywhere from an hour to hour and half in morning rush hours

Special notes on process of getting this internship: Dr, Clemmons really supported me with getting into this school and dr. carney is very open to new people to come in learn in this schools community

Other internship opportunities with this organization:

N/A

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship? teenagers, hands-on, school

Your name: jackie magiera

Your cohort: 6

Your email address if others can contact you: jmagiera7342@gmail.com

Bayside Family YMCA

Name of Organization: Bayside Family YMCA

Address: 70 West Street, Barrington RI 02806

Description of the overall mission of this organization: Promoting Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit through the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility

Ages of youth served: K-3

Name of Mentor: Jocie Letoile

Hours worked: Tuesday 8:30-2:00, Fridays 8:30-2:00

Description of your role and duties:Staffing, Prepping after school site for the day, writing curriculum, filing paperwork, community outreach, facilitation of classes

Description of the culture of the place: In the YMCA, there are 8 managerial staff including my mentor. The dress was either uniform or business casual. I always had to wear a nametag. The environment was a very open place, the office doors were always open and everyone gets a change to know one another because people are always coming in and out of the offices. 

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship?

administrative, afterschool, curriculum

Your name: Lilli Carriere

Your cohort: 6

Your email address if others can contact you: lillianacarriere@gmail.com

The Met School

Name of Organization: (Include hyperlink) The Met School

Address: 325 Public St, Providence RI, 02905

Description of the overall mission of this organization: To empower students by student
based learning and real world learning. Creating spaces for youth empowerment.
“Mission -To educate and empower youth through relentless commitment to
student-centered learning and personal growth.Vision -To lead vital change in education
and impact our community by producing skilled graduates, lifelong learners, and responsible
citizens who enjoy their life and work.”

Ages of youth served: 14-18 years old

Name of Mentor: Vency Beato

Hours worked: (number, days, times) 12 hours per week. Worked Monday and Friday from 9am-3pm

Description of your role and duties: (include administrative or hands-on or both) helped students
with academic and emotional support, organizational skills, and help find internships.

Description of the culture of the place (how many people in the office, dress code, communication style)
The community speaks mostly spanish because it is a very high latinx population. I do not speak
spanish and I earned some key terms in the language. (The students speak English) The dress code
is casual, which means jeans are fine. No leggings are worn there from what I saw. There is 15-16
students in each Advisory. Only 8 classrooms in each building. Very close community all staff
knows students and constantly engaging with students. The students are usually coming in and out
of the building at the met which means they can go out for lunch, they are in internships, going to
different buildings, college classes, and other reasons. The Met school follows approaches as
YDEV such as ice breakers and the idea of leading with students for their academic and personal
success.

Additional Requirements: (travel, etc) The drive from Rhode Island College to the Met is very easy.
I do suggest leaving before 3:30 because the roads get busy. Their is plenty of parking at the Met as well.
There is a campus on P street as well as east bay in Newport RI.

Special notes on process of getting this internship: You will have to send an email for a intern position
to the staff recruiter, after that they will call you in for an interview. The interview most of the time
takes place in the commons which is an open space at the Met where all members work. After you
will have to sign something for them, give them a BCI, and state the dates you will be coming
and the days. You can also request a shadow day before you make your decision so you know
it is something you want.

Other internship opportunities with this organization: There are many opportunities with The Met
within different buildings.

What three TAGS would you use to label this internship? Hands on, Leading With, Opportunity

Your name: Katarina DaRosa

Your cohort: 6

Your email address if others can contact you: katiedarosa at gmail.com