Welcome to YouthNet
Our programs support students at MMS, SOMS, CHS and throughout the SOMA community.
DONATE NOW to help fund existing programs and create new opportunities for SOMA tweens and teens!
Providing Learning, Understanding and Support- After School
Mission
YouthNet helps the students of South Orange and Maplewood grow and prosper by identifying their needs and developing and incubating programming that engages them creatively, intellectually and socially, after school. In addition, we obtain and distribute funds to local youth organizations, and facilitate training for service providers, fostering more efficient shared practices and resource allocation. By encouraging this kind of multi-leveled communication, participation and collaboration, YouthNet provides the kind of support students need to become strong citizens and makes our community stronger in return.
Board Of Directors
Executive Director
Diane Malloy
Board members
Kevin Mason, Co-Chair
Camilla Finch-Teitelman, Co-Chair
Nkosi Anderson
Jean Farrell
Erika Malgieri
Chavonne McCray
Sheri McKinstrie
Miriam Sumner
Library Representatives
Keisha Miller, South Orange
Ayoola White, Maplewood
Township Representatives,
Bobby Brown, South Orange
Jamaine Cripe, Maplewood
Recreation Department
Peter Travers
Former Chairs
Doug Newman
Dirk Olin
Fred Profeta
Programs
Middle Schools
YouthNet offers after-school programs at both Maplewood and South Orange Middle Schools including Middle School Clubs and the Extended Enrichment Program
Columbia High School
YouthNet offers a variety of programs and events throughout the school year for high school students including Chat and Snack, Mentoring/Summer Internships, Coffeehouse/Garage Band
YouthNet Teen Activities Survey
In 2009, YouthNet surveyed South Orange and Maplewood teens to better understand their attitudes and interests towards after-school activities and social concerns. Over 1000 middle school and 1200 high school students responded to the survey.
You can download a complete version of the survey results here.
