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O.N.E. Youth Center

Find a safe environment and build community at the O.N.E. Youth Center in Burlington. The O.N.E. Youth Center is open to all youth in the larger Burlington area, ages 14-24, and offers:

  • A safe and fun afterschool environment 
  • Homework and job assistance
  • Field trips, workshops, and social services
  • Mentorship

GEAR UP

GEAR UP is a program to help middle and high school students facing obstacles continue their education after high school. Students must be enrolled in grades 6–12. This program gives students:

  • Focused support through career and academic counseling
  • College funding
  • Financial counseling
  • Parent support

GEAR UP is available in many middle and high schools across the state. Students at those schools can talk to their school counselors about how to get involved with the program.

Multicultural Youth Program

Learn about resources, services, and leadership opportunities in the community to help continue on your dream education and life path. This program staffs a helpdesk at the Burlington and Essex middle schools and high schools, and a Burlington Resource Center available to youth from diverse backgrounds. Through Spectrum Multicultural Youth Program, you can participate in:

  • Youth conferences
  • Afterschool and summer groups
  • A bike club, indoor soccer, & other activities
  • Girls group
  • Academic support
  • Support for personal and wellness goals