From the BRIDGE
Program Director

Telling your truth.
Making an unexpected friend.
Accomplishing something new.
Walking in someone else's shoes.
Being truly heard and valued.
Learning to listen and care in return. As youth development specialists, we at ENCOMPASS know that it's often the little experiences that make big differences in the lives of youth. But moments like these rarely happen by accident, so we've designed a unique art and discussion program that offers a valuable enrichment opportunity to teens throughout the San Gabriel Valley. The program is called BRIDGE, it's super fun, and one summer at a time, it's transforming the lives of local high school students. I look forward to talking to you about BRIDGE.


Program Director, BRIDGE
skylerjackson@encompass.org
(626) 358-3442

 

Comments from BRIDGE Participants


"To me, this program has represented and expressed everything I look for in a good community."

"BRIDGE has been an amazing experience that has helped me grow. I applaud the whole staff for making us feel like a group of talented teenagers."

"Everything from playing games, talking in groups, and learning how to do tile mosaics has been a blast. I have nothing but good things to say about BRIDGE."

"Being in BRIDGE is one of the best experiences I've had. I got to meet a group of wonderful and diverse people who all care about each other."

"I loved coming to BRIDGE knowing I would have another fun day either working on mosaic or just talking in a group about how we feel. BRIDGE helped me form new friends that I thought I could never have.'

"ItÂ’s probably been one of the best experiences of my life. I've met new people and extended my artistic abilities. If I had another chance to do it, I would."

"Throughout this program, I have done nothing but learn how to better myself, how to expand as an artist, make new friends, and really just have fun."