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The Wisdom of Waypoint Adventurers
The 10th grade Waypoint cohort spent 3 nights and 4 days exploring Maine’s wild waters along the West Branch of the Penobscot. At the end…
Set for Success – August 24th at Morse High School
On Sunday, Aug. 24, the Midcoast Youth Center will hold a Set for Success event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Morse High School.…
Public Art in the Skatepark – Times Record
Read the July 29th Times Record article (link>)- Mural Artists Tag the Largest Indoor Skatepark in the State
A Place to Call Home: Stability, Belonging, and the Road Ahead
Finding safe, stable housing is a major milestone for young adults—but for many, it’s far from guaranteed. For youth without a strong family foundation, the…
Small Acts, Big Impact: What Our CITs Are Learning
This summer, MYC’s Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program is giving teens the chance to grow as leaders, gain hands-on experience, and give back to the community that…
Heartwarming Seasons at the Skate Park
Over the winter, we had the pleasure of welcoming a father and his son who came in with the goal of learning to skateboard together.…
Brushstrokes and Soundwaves
The morning of May 2nd was crisp and full of promise as six students from the SAFE Club stepped onto the streets of Portland, guided…
Learning is an adventure, chart your course! Summer Campership Appeal
MYC COMPASS SUMMER! Every summer, local middle school youth and families face a crucial choice. Will young teens spend their days adrift and unsupervised while…
MYC Expands McKinney-Vento Support Team to Help More Local Youth & Families
We’re excited to share news from Midcoast Youth Center: our McKinney-Vento Outreach team is growing! Thanks to new support from MaineHousing Emergency Relief, we’re welcoming…
Volunteers Make a Difference
“As a student with dyslexia, I’ve always struggled with math. Working with Will has not only helped my math grade but has also taught me…
Storytelling & Mentorship with Rochelle Rice & Waypoint
Leo Hasselbacher, Bella Beaulieu, Rochelle Rice (workshop leader), Katrina Cornish On Friday, April 4th, in the Chocolate Church Annex, Rochelle Rice led eight women through…
Waypoint Students Host Community Panel to Learn About the World of Work
The 8th Grade Waypoint cohort hosted a panel of eight professionals from around their community in order to foster networks and learning. The 8th graders…