Alternative Youth Activities - AYA

Alternative Youth Activities - AYA

29692 Ellensburg Ave, Suite 3

Gold Beach, OR 97444

541-425-5067

Open - 9am-3pm - Monday-Friday

Our Mission

AYA provides a holistic approach to in-need youth by connecting them to education, career services, social support, and housing.

Our Vision

The school’s foundation for success is embedded in its core values:

Passion

Compassion and caring for the young people served by the school is paramount.

Boundaries

Setting firm boundaries for behaviors and outlining expectations for students is basic to the organization’s success.  Assuring that boundaries are maintained and respected over time will assure that AYA is a safe place for all.  Local mediation services are accessible and available as a realistic alternative to inevitable conflicts.

Community

AYA is an essential ingredient in the continuum of services becoming known as Coos County Nurturing Community.  Student involvement in work experiences and volunteer work shine the light on the relevance of academic studies.

Education

Students seek out AYA for opportunities.  They may need new options for learning, or their behavior may have been unacceptable in another setting.  Students have self-selected out of the mainstream and AYA is offering a fresh slate.  The curriculum exhibits tolerance and appreciation for alternative expressions and learning styles.

Respect

Self-respect, and respect for others including students, volunteers, teachers, and staff. Students will respect the environment and AYA facility, grounds and “the neighborhood”.  The organization is built upon and exemplifies respect in all aspects.

Innovation

AYA is open to programming that may be viewed as outside the box.  These programs provide components that contribute to student goal attainment.  Whether it’s technology, gardening, mushroom culture, music therapy or worm cultivation – creativity is welcome.