Gulfton Youth Development Program 
Gulfton Community Learning Center
5982 Renwick, Houston, Texas 77081

713-314-3551  -  FAX: 713-314-3160 

Creating a World of Unity in the Gulfton Commuity

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Gulfton Youth Development Program is to develop and implement programs that reduce juvenile crime in an effort to empower youth to become productive citizens.

• Identify and impact children at risk

• Empower, build skills, raise self esteem, develop character, develop leadership

• Bond youth with people and institutions that promote a healthy quality of life

• Teach and model personal responsibility, non-violent problem
  solving, respect for others, and civic responsibility

• Promote participation between parent, child, and program

• Provide each participant the opportunity to excel

CITY OF HOUSTON’S GULFTON UNITED MINDS YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL (YAC):   

Extended to youth between the ages of 13-17 who are living or attending school in the 77081 zip code, Gulfton United Minds YAC meets once a week and empowers and builds leadership skills, creates positive relationships, promotes non-violent problem solving skills and creates respect for others and civic responsibility.
Contact: 713-314-3550

DEPELCHIN’S FAMILY EDUCATION AND SUPPORT PROGRAM:  

Extended to participants ages 0 to adult living in the 77081 zip code area, this program takes place at the Family Resource Center in Jefferson House Apartments and strengthens family relationships through the use of parenting classes, ESL Classes, and cultural and recreational activities and informational workshops.
Contact: 713-778-3380

BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE’S PROJECT CLOUD SEARCH PROGRAM:  

Extended to boys and girls ages 14 to 18 years old attending school at Lee High School, Project CLOUD SEARCH is a highly interactive leadership and life skills development program for female adolescents. Program focuses on each participant developing positive education strategies, self-esteem, and positive peer, family, and community interaction skills.
Contact: 832-822-4004

YOUTH EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES, INC. (YESS) BAYSMART PROGRAM:

Available to participants of schools serving the Gulfton community.  BaySmart provided unique field-trips on Galveston Bay in a 45' Coast Guard certified boat that serves as a floating classroom.  Students learn about the importance of Galveston Bay relative to local economies, recreation, and environment.  Students observe ships from other countries and marine specimen from seining or trolling exercises.  Students gain an appreciation for the relevancy of schoolwork, the importance of staying drug free and the value of preparing for a rewarding adulthood.                                                Contact: 281-326-1464

CITY OF HOUSTON’S CAMPO DEL SOL PROGRAM:  

Campo del Sol provides the Youth (6-17) with a well-supervised, structured summer program at Burnett Bayland Park.  Free transportation to and from camp, free lunch and snacks, supervised educational and recreational activities and field trips are provided from Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The program runs from June until August.
Contact: 713-314-3550

HEALTH FAMILY INITIAVES:  

Healthy Families Houston is a free supportive home visitation program for families who have newborns or are expecting a baby.  Using a nationally certified curriculum, Family Support Workers provide education on child development, parenting, and appropriate health care and link parents to other resources that help them to become self-sufficient.
Contact: 713-270-8849

DEPELCHIN’S JANE LONG MIDDLE SCHOOL (JLMS) VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM:  

Extended to students at Jane Long Middle School, this program helps students set personal goals, develop confidence and learn effective problem solving skills. The Violence Prevention Program provides teacher educational opportunities and offers counseling for youth and families in crisis. 
Contact: 713-778-3380

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