Youth Programs

Peer to Peer Depression Awareness and Suicide Prevention Program

P2P is an evidence-based program developed by the University of Michigan Eisenberg Depression Center and implemented in Rye by the Rye Youth Council. It centers on the notion that many mental health issues first present during adolescence and that teens can play a critical role in recognizing when their peers are struggling and in encouraging them to get the help they need. 

The program helps students find creative ways to share information about and reduce the stigma around anxiety, depression, and other common mental health challenges, and encourages students to seek help when needed. P2P student awareness campaigns run from October through May in both Rye High School and Rye Middle School.

Does Your School Want to Implement P2P?

Rye Youth Council serves as an agency partner to the University of Michigan Eisenberg Depression Center to help middle and high schools in Westchester County launch Peer to Peer within their communities. Contact office@ryeyouthcouncil.org if you would like to learn more.

The Rye Youth Council Student Outreach Committee creates opportunities to help their peers and others in their community. Through fun and interactive community service and education projects, the Student Outreach Committee makes a difference in the world around them.

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The Grandfriend Club encourages intergenerational engagement and interaction as well as friendship development between teens and senior citizens living in the Rye community. This program bridges the generational divide and reduces social isolation among the elderly while simultaneously nurturing the social and emotional growth of the teen participants.

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This program addresses the increased risk of student-athlete mental health challenges by providing tools and strategies to manage stress, support teammates, and maximize mental wellness. Offered to local sports teams throughout the year.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT & COMMUNITY SERVICE

Many middle and high school students seek ways to earn money and gain life experiences. Whether you're seeking a Mother's Helper, weekend babysitter, party support, retail help, or other jobs or community service appropriate for students, please consider adding your opportunity to the RYC Student Job Board.

If you're a student, check out the job and community service opportunities that are available now and for the summer.