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Written by Lisa Kolosiej
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Monday, 11 April 2011 13:55 |
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The Waltham Boys & Girls Club is proud to announce Christopher Nicolas as the 2011 Youth of the Year for the Waltham Boys & Girls Club. Selected among several local, outstanding youth, seventeen-year old Christopher is a true example of an extraordinary young man. Chosen by the judges (Trevor Dodge-AstraZeneca, Madeline Osit-Beacon Application Services, Frank Rampino–The Ninety Nine Restaurant) for his sound character, leadership skills and willingness to give back to the community. As the local sponsor of the event, the Ninety Nine Restaurant in Waltham will be hosting a dinner for Chris and presenting him with a certificate, $99 gift card to the restaurant and a $99 Amex gift card.
Christopher Nicolas will compete against other Boys & Girls Club members for the Massachusetts Youth of the Year title and a $1,000 college scholarship from Tupperware Brands Corporation. The state competition will be held at Westfield State University on May 6th.
Being named Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive. As Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier youth recognition program, Youth of the Year recognizes outstanding contributions a member had made to his family, school, community and Boys & Girls Club, as well as overcoming personal challenges and obstacles. Youth of the Year encourages Club members to reach their full potential by achieving academic success, leading healthy lifestyles and contributing to their communities. Youth of the Year honorees are shining examples and living proof that great futures start at Boys & Girls Clubs.
“Chris’s character is a shining example for both his peers and younger members who attend the Club. Teens want to be like him and younger members look up to him “ said Jenn Aldworth, Executive Director of the Waltham Boys & Girls Club.
Chris has had the opportunity to learn responsibility earlier than many young people his age. Chris’s brother Alex is autistic and Chris takes responsibility for Alex much of the time. Chris takes his brother out with his friends and brings him to the Boys & Girls Club to watch basketball games or participate in other activities. Many times, if Chris is invited out with his friends and he feels it isn’t an appropriate situation for his brother, he will stay home. He has used his relationship with his brother as a way to give back through the Best Buddies program.
Chris has been accepted to Fisher College in Boston, MA where he plans to study education. There he will attain his goal of being the first person in his immediate family to attend college. Chris understands that he will need to work hard to be successful in college and is ready for any future challenges. His teachers praise Chris for his ability to communicate his ideas well within the classroom. He is most excited for the opportunity to meet new people at Fisher College and experience the diversity Fisher has to offer.
If Christopher wins at the state level, he will compete for the title of Northeast Region Youth of the Year and an additional $10,000 scholarship from Tupperware Brands, the program’s national sponsor. Five regional winners will advance to Washington, D.C., in September 2011, to compete for the title of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Youth of the Year. The National Youth of the Year will receive an additional scholarship of up to $50,000 from The Rick and Susan Goings Foundation and will have the opportunity to meet with the President of the United States in the White House.
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Last Updated on Monday, 11 April 2011 14:23 |
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Watertown Savings Customer Choice Awards 2011 – Waltham Boys and Girls Club Receives Check for $2,500 |
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Written by Lisa Kolosiej
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Tuesday, 08 March 2011 00:00 |
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Pictured from left to right: Bruce Barrett (Program Director), Mark Ciulla (member), Oswaldo Marroquin (Member), Paul Mitchell (member), David Cummings (member), and Jenn Aldworth (Executive Director) |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 15 March 2011 09:59 |
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Written by Lisa Kolosiej
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Friday, 14 January 2011 13:15 |
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This video highlights: 2010 Gala, Youth of the Year, Steak & Burger and Build Day:
http://www.youtube.com/user/chriswangler?feature=mhum#p/u/0/ugRurKkmL14 This video is from Build Day for our Playground : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZgNRNTUFrY |
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Written by Lisa Kolosiej
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Friday, 18 June 2010 00:00 |
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The Waltham Boys & Girls Club proudly accepted the well deserved 2010 MAC Award. The Club was honored wtih the Silver Marketing & Communications Award for their outstanding efforts in Publicity/Media Relations.
The Club’s efforts consisted of working with media this past year highlighting the Club’s special events. Events such as former Celtic’s players, Cedric Maxwell and Eddie House, hosting a basketball clinic for over 100 youth and a member appearing in a national Nickelodeon commercial highlighting the Club’s P.A.L.Swim Program. “This year we saw some amazing work from our Clubs and their efforts,” said Evan McElroy, Senior Vice President for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “Our Clubs have really taken the Be Great Campaign to the next level of marketing. We’re really impressed with the work they have and continue to produce to help generate awareness about the great work they are doing.”
One of the more memorable moments for the Boys & Girls Club was the special visit by Paralympics Gold Medalist, April Holmes, in 2009. Holmes was an inspiration on her visit, especially to one Club member whom himself is a medal winner in the Special Olympics. To have a disability and have an icon to look up to such as April Holmes can truly have a significant impact on one’s life. The Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s “Be Great” Campaign was integrated into the event along with April Holmes’ “Dare To Be Great” Campaign which is part of the overall national brand strategy.
The Waltham Boys & Girls Club is dedicted to inspiring and enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. The Waltham Boys & Girls Club provides program opportunities for nearly 1,200 members each year. The Club is open to children ages 6-18, with an annual membership fee of only $15. 
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Last Updated on Friday, 18 June 2010 11:25 |
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Written by Lisa Kolosiej
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Friday, 18 June 2010 00:00 |
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The Waltham Boys & Girls Club held staff vs. kid’s relay races in the pool last month. One of the kids teams just out touched the Tiger Shark All-Stars staff team for the win; the staff team was comprised of Jessica Causland, Tricia Lucente, Liz Curtis, and Scarlette LeBlanc.
This month, the winning team raced against a team comprised of staff and volunteers. This event was strictly for fun, but highly competitive as the kid’s team was declared undefeated, even while the younger participants swam a 200 medley relay and the older team swam a 200 freestyle relay.
The participants in the race included: Team Ferocious (kids team) Sarah Wing, Michael Libertini, Nate Thomas, and Esteven Regelado; Older & Wiser (staff and volunteers) Bob Marcou, Michele Haber, Dan Maude, and Jenn Aldworth.
It was a fantastic event,” said Aquatics Director, Scarlette LeBlanc, and it gave the Club members the opportunity to create a bond with Club volunteers.”
This event was a great experience for all as it not only drew the members closer to the adults, but also allowed the adults to have some competitive fun with both each other and the kids. The best part of all, the kids on the winning team received dinner at the Ninety-Nine with Club Executive Director, Jennifer Aldworth.
The Waltham Boys & Girls Club is dedicated to inspiring and enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. The Waltham Boys & Girls Club provides program opportunities for nearly 1,200 members each year. The Club is open to children ages 6-18, with an annual membership fee of only $15. |
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Last Updated on Friday, 18 June 2010 11:38 |
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