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Mary Burke
Director
1653 Central Avenue
Colonie, NY 12205
About the Department
The Town of Colonie Youth Bureau works cooperatively with the local community to coordinate, plan and develop programs and services that enhance and further develop the lives of our young people.
The Youth Bureau acts as a resource to young people, families, the North and South Colonie School Districts, CBA and to the community in general. We offer a number of programs and services which include:
Kindergarten WRAP Around-Program
Before and After School Program
Holiday Happenings Camps
Summer Camp
Summer Day Trips for Youth 12-15
FOCUS
Youth Employment Services
Red Cross Babysitting Courses
Toddler Tales
The Caring Connection
Youth Advisory Board
Presidential Classroom
The Youth Bureau also provides assistance in the planning and implementation of various Town events such as the Annual Easter Party and the Halloween Party.
What's New
Before and After School
We are in the process of expanding our Before and After School Program by 20 students. Please call Nancy Kelly for more information at 456-2135.
Youth Employment
Job postings for youth can now be viewed by clicking on jobs under Youth Employment on the Departments front page.
Programs and Services
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Type |
Notes
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Caring Connection |
For pre-school children. Pre-registration is required and the program is limited to 10 children at the cost of $1.00 per child. Program operates September - June, 10:00a.m. to 11:30a.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. For information, call 456-2135 |
Holiday Happenings |
School vacation camp, grades K-4. |
FOCUS -mentoring |
Shaker Jr. High School after-school
mentoring. Click here for more information. |
Presidential Classroom |
High school scholars spend a week in Washington D.C., observing the Federal Government at work. Applications
provided through local high schools via the Youth Bureau. |
Student in Local
Government Day |
Colonie students shadow T.O.C. Departments to learn how local government works. Publicity through local schools. |
Summer Camp Program |
Ages 5 (finished kindergarten) through 12. Please call 456-2135 for more information. |
Toddler Tales |
A morning program for kids under 5 years old and caregivers. Click here for more information |
Youth Advisory Board |
The Youth Advisory Board meets the first Thursday of the month, October through May. Click here for more information, or
you can contact Barb Mahaney at 456-3786 as opposed to 456-2135
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Youth Employment Service |
Private sector job placement of Colonie youth, ages 16-21. Click here for more information or call 456-3786. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where should I go to obtain working papers?
A. Working papers are only issued through your local high school.
Q. What is the current minimum wage?
A. The current minimum wage is $7.15 per hour.
Q. Do I need to take the Red Cross Babysitting Course in order to babysit?
A. Although the Red Cross Babysitting Course is highly recommended for babysitters, it is not a requirement.
Q. Does the Youth Bureau operate a nursery or pre-school program?
A. No. The Youth Bureau does not operate a nursery or pre-school program.
Q. Does the Wrap Around Program accept part-time students?
A. No. Only full-time students are admitted on a first come, first serve basis.
Q. When does Toddler Tales meet?
A. The group gathers on Fridays, mid-September through the first week in June. Toddler Tales follows the South Colonie School District calendar, including being closed on days when there is only a delay.
Q. How is Caring Connection different from Toddler Tales?
A. Caring Connection is a small group experience for preschoolers. Pre-registration is necessary, and the groups are limited to ten (10) children per session.
Q. May I use the fields behind the Colonie Youth Bureau facility to hold a sports practice?
A. The fields behind the Colonie Youth Bureau are available for use by sports teams or organizations, as long as prior approval is received from the Director's office. A Town of Colonie Building/Facility Use Form, which may be obtained from the Director's office, must be completed by the individual filing the application and submitted to the Director for approval. A certificate of liability insurance is also required.
Q. Is the parking lot of the Colonie Youth Bureau available to hold a car wash fundraising event?
A. The parking lot may be utilized to hold a car wash if a Town of Colonie Building/Facility Use Form is completed by an individual from the organization and submitted to the Director of the Youth Bureau for approval, along with a certificate of liability insurance. However, the Youth Bureau reserves the right to rescind prior approval of any car wash in the event water restrictions are placed upon the Town of Colonie by the Latham Water District.
Q. Is it possible to rent a room in the Youth Bureau facility for meetings or activities that require a long-term or continuous commitment?
A. Yes. Various groups rent available space in the facility for meetings or sports activities throughout the year on a once-a- week or monthly basis.
Contact Information
Mary Burke, Executive Director
Phone (518) 456-2135
Fax (518) 456-8564
E-Mail: burmar@nycap.rr.com
Hours of Operation Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m.
Building Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00a.m. – 10:00p.m.
Saturday: 7:00a.m. – 3:00p.m.
Facility Use - 1653 Central Avenue
The building located at 1653 Central Avenue has several rooms, two lounges, auditorium, gym and outside field for Youth Bureau and community use. Fees are charged based on the number of rooms and amount of time requested. In certain situations fees are not charged based on the nature of the organization and the purpose for which space is being requested.
Related Links
New York State Association of Youth Bureaus
Colonie Youth Center
Act for Youth
New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Albany County Department for Children, Youth and Families
Families Together in Albany County
Capital District Child Care Coordinating Council
New York State Department of Labor
http://www.colonie.org/YouthComm/index.html
last updated 06/19/08 |
