{"id":302,"date":"2022-07-12T12:59:08","date_gmt":"2022-07-12T16:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cbbrooklyn.cityofnewyork.us\/cb17\/?post_type=committee&p=302"},"modified":"2026-03-23T12:27:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:27:04","slug":"education","status":"publish","type":"committee","link":"https:\/\/cbbrooklyn.cityofnewyork.us\/cb17\/committees\/education\/","title":{"rendered":"Youth & Education"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chairperson: <\/span>Gail Grandison<\/span><\/p>\n

Who We Are <\/strong><\/p>\n

The Youth & Education Committee of Community Board 17 is dedicated to uplifting young people and strengthening educational opportunities. We work closely with schools, parents, and community partners to ensure every child has access to the resources and support they deserve.<\/p>\n

Our Mission<\/strong>
\n\u00b7 Empower youth to reach their fullest potential
\n\u00b7 Connect families with resources and opportunities
\n\u00b7 Strengthen partnerships between schools and community organizations
\n\u00b7 Advocate for better educational policies and funding<\/p>\n

UPCOMING Programs & Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

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More info & registration package: HERE \ud83e\udebb<\/a><\/p>\n

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Our Programs & Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

Annual Spelling Bee Competition – SPRING 2026 <\/span><\/p>\n

Encouraging literacy, confidence, and academic pride among our youth.<\/p>\n

Youth Happen\u2019n at Paerdegat Park – SUMMER 2026 <\/span><\/p>\n

A summer celebration filled with games, music, resources, and fun for children and families.<\/p>\n

Essay Writing Competition – WINTER 2026<\/span><\/p>\n

Showcasing creativity, critical thinking, and student voice.<\/p>\n

Parent Networking Nights – SPRING 2026\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Helping parents connect with schools, local leaders, and one another to strengthen family engagement.<\/p>\n

Guest Speakers<\/strong> – MONTHLY Topics include:
\n\u00b7 Career readiness
\n\u00b7 Financial literacy
\n\u00b7 Health & wellness
\n\u00b7 Leadership and civic engagement<\/p>\n

The committee meets every second Wednesday of the month, from September to June, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Anyone who wishes to join the Education\/Youth meeting should contact the community board at (718) 434-3072 or email bk17@cb.nyc.gov<\/a> or Youth Committee youth-education@cb17.org<\/a> Watch live-streamed and archived meetings on CB17\u2019s YouTube Channel<\/p>\n

2026<\/strong><\/h1>\n
January 2026 (Pending)<\/div>\n
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February 2026 (Pending)<\/div>\n
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March 2026*<\/div>\n
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FY’26<\/h2>\n

September 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

October 2026<\/a> (pending)<\/p>\n

FY’25<\/h2>\n

June 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

May 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

April 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

March 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

February 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

January 2025*<\/p>\n

December 2024\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

November 2024*<\/p>\n

October 2024\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

September 2024\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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RESOURCES<\/h2>\n

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* | Meeting was cancelled<\/em><\/p>\n

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Chairperson: Gail Grandison Who We Are The Youth & Education Committee of Community Board 17 is dedicated to uplifting young people and strengthening educational opportunities. We work closely with schools,<\/p>\n

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