Resources
YDRC Resources, Reports and Data
Program Quality and Improvement
Active, Engaged Learning, and Skill-Building
Diversity, Access, and Inclusion
Family, School, and Community Engagement
Intentional Program Design and Improvement
Positive Relationships
Quality Staff and Support
Youth Voice, Choice, and Leadership
Social Emotional Learning
Summer Learning Programs
College Success
Quality Standards for Youth Development Programs
The YDRC, alongside a network of Detroit youth and youth development professionals, developed common quality standards based on best practices and the voices of youth and program providers. Youth-serving organizations in the Detroit area are using these quality standards for continuous program improvement, creating goals for high-quality youth development programs across the provider network. This resource includes:
- 5 Ways to Use the Program Standards to improve program quality
- Program Quality Practices from building a safe environment to developing positive relationships
- Management Practices from intentional program design to championing diversity and inclusion
- Program Improvement Plan worksheet for provider’s internal use
GET ON THE MAP — PROMOTE YOUR PROGRAMS
YDRC launched Discover Your Spark to highlight the importance of year-round, out-of-school-time resources and help parents and caregivers connect to local programs. Through DiscoverYourSpark.org, parents can search for afterschool and summer programs across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Email info@detroitydrc.org to be added to the Program Finder!
Please share DiscoverYourSpark.org and this flyer with parents looking for quality youth programs.
Discover Your Spark is promoted to families in Detroit thanks to generous support from the United Way for Southeastern Michigan and The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.
Membership Directory
View a directory of youth-serving organizations whose staff have been active in YDRC’s quality improvement and professional development offerings over the past two years, along with contact information if you would like to inquire about their programs.