Schedule

Spring 2013

Groups

Alcohol Education Program
held at the CRJ  office

This Saturday morning program consists of one 2-hour session facilitated by a licensed drug and alcohol counselor. This program is required for youth cited for civil under-age drinking violations. The group is also open to youth charged with criminal offenses who would benefit from substance abuse education classes. A variety of learning methods are utilized including personal sharing, film with discussion, and written self-reflection exercises. Cost $20.00.

The Program is held on the following Saturday Mornings from 10 AM – 12 noon:

March 30
April 23
May 18

 

Girls Circle
held at the CRJ office

This group is open to girls 14-17 years of age. The group is comprised of ten (10), 1.5 hour sessions and is designed to foster self-esteem and positive relationship with peers. A variety of instructional methods are used such as role playing, journaling, poetry, clay, and so on. Themes include trusting ourselves, friendship, body image, goals, competition and decision-making. There is no fee for this program.

The Spring Program will be held Mondays and Thursdays, 3 PM – 4:30 PM at the CRJ office.

April 23- May 22

 

 

Boys Council Group
held at the CRJ office

This group is open to boys age 14-18. The group is comprised of ten (10),  1.5 hour sessions. The program is designed to focus on boys’ natural strengths and broaden their understanding about being a male in today’s world, challenging myths about how to be a “real boy” or real man.” The Council engages boys in activities, dialogue and self expression. Themes include identifying and preventing bullying, promoting teamwork, developing empathy, resolving conflicts, healthy competition, respecting self and others, developing leadership, and healthy relationships. There is no fee for this program

The next Boys Council group will be held Mondays and Thursdays 3:00 – 4:30 at the CRJ office

June 3- July 10

 

SHOP (Student Hope and Opportunity Program)

SHOP is CRJ’s afterschool program. SHOP is open to any student in grades 7 – 12. Special events, guest speakers, college mentors, movie nights, homework help, and wii video game tournaments are just a sample of SHOP activities.

SHOP is open Tuesdays, 2:30 -4:30 at CRJ.

 

 

 

 

BOARDS AND PANELS

Court Diversion

Diversion Board- Blue Team
First Tuesday of the month- 3 PM
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Bennington

Diversion Board- Green Team
Second Wednesday of the month- 3 PM
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Bennington

Diversion Board- Yellow Team
Third Tuesday of the month- 6 PM
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Bennington

Diversion Board- Manchester Team
Fourth Thursday of the month – 3 PM
Manchester Court House
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Juvenile Restorative Program

JRP Panel- Bennington Team
Fourth Thursday of the month- 3 PM
Second Congregational Church, Bennington

JRP Panel- Manchester Team
Fourth Wednesday of the month- 6:30 PM
Manchester Court House
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Reparative Program

Bennington Reparative Board
First and Third Wednesday of the month – 8:30 AM
Bennington Probation and Parole Office

Manchester Reparative Board
Second Tuesday of the month- 2:00 PM
Manchester Court House