Programs

Decatur Youth Services Programs:
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Decatur Youth Services (DYS) offers a wide range of programs to support youth development. These include character-building, educational support, employment assistance, sports, and special summer activities, along with programs that strengthen family relationships.

Character Development & Leadership Development

Boys-2-Men Mentoring

Helps boys aged 11-18 become responsible and motivated men of character.

Coordinator: Mr. Johnny Jones
Phone: 256-274-2294

Girls-2-Women Mentoring

Supports girls in grades 6-12 in building self-esteem, improving academically, and making informed decisions.

Coordinator: Ms. Asa Taylor
Phone: 256-345-5446

Girls Connected for a Cause (GC4C)

Empowers girls in grades 6-12 to lead community projects that address social issues.

Coordinator: Ms. Kurtistyne White
Phone: 256-580-0083

Education

Tutoring

Provides academic help for students in grades 1-5.

Coordinator: Mrs. Keara Worthy
Phone: 256-303-9494

DYS Mentoring

Offers mentorship to help students in grades K-12 develop positive attitudes and goals.

Coordinator: Mrs. Keara Worthy
Phone: 256-303-9494

DYS Drums

Teaches percussion to students in grades 3-12, with opportunities to perform locally.

Coordinator: Ms. Kurtistyne White
Phone: 256-580-0083

GED

Offers free GED classes in partnership with Calhoun Adult Education.

Sports

Boxing

Provides boxing classes at a facility on Central Parkway for ages 7-18 years old.

Coordinator: Ms. Estella Davis
Phone: 256-522-3806

DYS Basketball

A basketball bringing together youth from all over the city to learn and participant in the team sport for ages 5 to 17 years old.

Coordinator: Mr. Enrico Pickett
Phone: 256-309-7603

DYS Cheer & Dance Group

Offers free weekly cheer and dance classes for students aged 5 and up.

Coordinator: Ms. Asa Taylor
Phone: 256-345-5446

Summer Programs

Camp Safe Haven

A fun and educational summer camp running in June and July.

DYS Girls STEAM Summer Program

A six-week camp for girls focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).

Coordinator: Ms. Kurtistyne White
Phone: 256-580-0083

Youth Employment Program

Helps teens aged 14-15 find jobs from June to August.

Coordinator: Mrs. Keara Worthy
Phone: 256-303-9494

Parent Programs

Family Matters

A counseling program that strengthens families through life skills and mental health support.

Coordinators: Nick Perkins & Debra Horton
Phone: 256-341-4690

FREE Meal Program

Provides daily meals to children aged 18 and under throughout Decatur.

Fatherhood Workforce Development Program (All Star Parents)

Assists non-custodial parents with child support, job placement, family relationships, and education.

Coordinators: Nick Perkins & Debra Horton
Phone: 256-341-4690