RAMS - Summer Bridge

RAMS-Summer Bridge is an 8-week summer program for people age 16 to 20 currently enrolled in or recently graduated from SFUSD high schools. Richmond Area Multi-Services, Inc. (RAMS) is collaborating with Horizons Unlimited, Samoan Community Development Center, and the Wellness Initiative. The program is funded by SFDPH-CBHS-MHSA.

What is the purpose of RAMS-Summer Bridge 2011?
It is a mentorship program for students who are interested in the field of psychology. Along with the educational aspects of the program, students are given the chance to explore many career possibilities in the helping professions with weekly site visits. Participants of the program will experience first-hand how psychology applies to human services.

Who can apply?
Youth ages 16 to 20 years old, currently enrolled or recently graduated from SFUSD high schools, are invited to apply.

What will we do each week?
The program will meet from 6/13/11 - 8/5/11 on Mon/Wed/Fri from 11am - 3pm. The main location is at Horizons Unlimited (440 Potrero Ave., SF), however activities will take place throughout the city.

There are three major components:

• Meetings at main location - team-building activities, guest speakers, experiential activities, and work on final project;
• Field trips - to community agencies, university and college campuses, and clinics;
• Practicum/project - live experience/observation in community programs, final project.

What do we need to do to complete the program?

• Complete and submit application
• Be selected by RAMS-Summer Bridge 2011 selection committee
• Participate in all activities/visits and complete/present final project
• Follow all rules and policies of RAMS-Summer Bridge 2011

What do we get out of this program?

• Meet real people representing different cultures in real work situations or presenting their work experience
• Explore career options in the health and human services field
• Experience different environments and neighborhoods within San Francisco
• Learn more about yourself
• Meet other students with similar interests from high schools throughout the city
• Daily refreshments
• Certificate of completion
• Stipend

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