Middle Earth has been working with middle and high school children during their out-of-school time for almost 40 years. Our caring staff builds trusting relationships with youth to help them make positive decisions, obtain marketable skills for employment, reach out through volunteerism, improve academics, learn respect for themselves and others, and connect with more services if needed. We strive to ensure that youth receive the support they deserve to be successful in life.
Come participate in Middle Earth's 1st Annual "Run from Winter" 10K Race. The event takes place on Sunday, March 21 at 9:30 a.m. on a USATF sanctioned course in Duke Island Park.
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What do you believe are the main reasons teenagers join gangs?
(look for a blog in March to discuss)
Please visit our blog to have a conversation with us - comment on an article that interests you! We want to talk with you about any issues regarding teens.
Youth Violence: Signs and Prevention
Are there consequences to teens not getting enough sleep?
Depression in Teens: Signs and How to Help
Richard (name changed for privacy) was currently on probation, in a gang, struggling with substance abuse, and was testing at a 9th grade level for reading and a 5th grade level for math. He wasn’t employed and certainly didn’t have any of the qualities an employer would look for. The future wasn't looking very bright. And then, the Middle Earth staff got to him... Read More