The Achievement Centers

The Achievement Centers contain all the key ingredients necessary to help youth develop their strengths, confidence in their ability to succeed, a sense of belonging, and important ways to value and serve the larger community. There is a diversity of wraparound supports and service providers available to DC youth and committed youth at the ACs. The following available services and supports purposefully emphasize the key areas of work, education, relationships, community, health, and creativity:

Academic Supports Work Readiness and Job Placement Vocational Skills Training Cultural Arts Programs Basic Need Resources (food & clothing) Housing Stability Supports (only offered to committed youth) Health, Wellness & Fitness Coaching Mental Health Support and Psychoeducational Groups Life Skills Training Restorative Justice Structured Outings, Activities & Events

Community Service Community Resources Social Skills Development Family Support & Engagement Groups Entrepreneurship Training Apprenticeships & Internships Youth Council Youth Peer Advocates Youth Engagement Specialist Mentors

 

*All youth who wish to participate in DYRS programs, events, and trainings must present a government-issued ID before participating.

 

 

OUR LOCATIONS

450 H Street NW Washington, DC 20001 (202) 576-7299

2101 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE - Suite C Washington, DC 20020 (202) 576-8390

 

 

For more information on the Achievement Centers, please contact [email protected]

 

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CURRENT PROGRAMS

Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy (YIEA)

The Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy (YIEA), spearheaded by MORE Inc., is a dynamic program that sets out to empower justice-involved youth in underserved communities through technology and entrepreneurial education. Leveraging cutting-edge AI, digital photography, 3D printing, and social media management, YIEA will equip participants with marketable skills for thriving careers and entrepreneurship. By incorporating restorative justice practices, the program will facilitate healing, accountability, and community integration. Through intensive workshops and mentorship, YIEA will create pathways to economic independence and transform the lives of these young individuals.

 

The Academy by Creative Solutions

The Academy curriculum is structured to introduce and teach a maximum of 10 youths per session about the process of songwriting, recording, and music video production. The curriculum includes industry experts and guests, hands-on tasks and assignments, and discussions of various music industry-related topics such as marketing and the positive use of social media. The curriculum exposes the students to various facets of the music and entertainment industry and provides them with training and insight into the skills and dedication required to seek, find, and maintain employment.

 

For more information on the Achievement Centers Programs, please contact [email protected]

 

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Achievement Centers Calendar

 

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FORMS

Please fill out the appropriate forms by clicking on the links below:

• Client Confidentiality Agreement: https://dcgov.seamlessdocs.com/f/ClientConfidentialityAgreement
• Minor Community Programming Consent: https://dcgov.seamlessdocs.com/f/CommunityProgrammingConsent
• Adult Community Programming Consent: https://dcgov.seamlessdocs.com/f/AdultCommunityProgrammingConsent
• Minor Transport Waiver: https://dcgov.seamlessdocs.com/f/MinorTransportWaiver
• Adult Transport Waiver: https://dcgov.seamlessdocs.com/f/AdultTransportWaiver
• AC Program Registration form: Program Registration Form
• Chef Kenny: Food Survey

 

 

 

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