Q & A
YAB Teens are Talking About…..The YAB Opportunity, Vapes and Ecigs and What Parents Need to Know.
What is the Youth Action Board Opportunity for teens? The Youth Action Board (YAB) is a dynamic and diverse group of teens who are a vital part of the BBCC with representation from all the high schools in Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills. The YAB's goal is...
As we kick-off the 2015-2016 school year, our YAB teens answer questions about the transition to high school, partying and saying “No”.
Q. How much homework do you get in high school? Is the coursework and rigor a lot more than in middle school? Teens Answer:Just like the amount of homework you received increased from elementary to middle school, the homework amount does increase. ...
Throughout the year, the BBCC and YAB deliver a powerful interactive program to 8th grade students transitioning to high school; “The Truth and Consequences of Substance Use.”
Here our YAB teens answer 8th grade middle school to high school transitions questions…. Q. How is high school different from middle school? Teens Answer:High school is different because you take on more responsibility and have to learn to take initiative on...
YAB teens are talking about the issues they face, how they would change things, do they think they are heard, and give you a positive outlook on the rest of the year ahead….
What do you see are the main issues that you and other teens are dealing with today. Teens Answer: I think the main issue right now is dealing with peer pressure on whether or not to drink or not…. and, how much to drink in an environment where kids think...
YAB Teens are Talking About Stress and Anxiety
As teens today we are dealing with stress, anxiety and making choices in a whole new way… sometimes it feels like the whole world is watching and judging. It’s never been a more important time to connect, empathize and support each other. In this Q&A,...
YAB Teens are talking about parties.
Homecoming season, halloween and holiday parties are in full swing. What really goes on, how teens handle the pressure, and how schools, the community and parents can help. Q. What is the teen party scene like right now? Are there a lot of...