Step Up! for Boys
Step Up is a program for Black and Latino young men ages 13–21 who reside in White Plains to support participants in identifying personal, academic, and career goals and the steps needed to achieve them.
The program focuses on character development, goal setting, and building self-confidence and self-esteem, with an emphasis on promoting positive social, behavioral, academic, and occupational outcomes.
Participants meet weekly in group sessions that explore topics related to personal growth, decision-making, and future planning. The program also includes several free educational and recreational trips throughout the school year that expose participants to new experiences and broaden their perspectives.
This is a FREE program for eligible participants.
Program is open to all High School Boys.
Regular attendance and participation in groups, trips, and social activities.
Applications are available at the Youth Bureau and on this page.
Please scan the QR Code for the Step Up Program Application.
- AGES SERVED
- 13 yrs - 21 yrs
- GENDER SERVED
- Male
- PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
- Catherine Backes Valenzuela
- PROGRAM CONTACT PERSON
- Donald Thompson - Ext. 6704
- 914-422-1378
- dthompson@whiteplainsny.gov
