Based upon a mission to enable teens from disadvantaged circumstances to lead successful lives and build strong communities, the Wyman Center is nationally recognized for its successful adolescent development models. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services recognizes this center as one of only 28 adolescent development programs pre-certified as eligible for federal investment.
Through the years, Wyman teams took the best teen support theories and wove them into a program to build fully prepared young adults. The Wyman approach consists of four key components: interactive peer group experiences; engaging curriculum that is relevant and challenging; community service learning opportunities; and strong support from adults as positive role models.
Summer programs occur at the Eureka-based Wyman Center, but the other programs are conducted throughout the school year via elective courses and after-school programs. Some teens participate in programs that are designed for multi-year development.
Wyman's Teen Outreach ProgramTM (TOP) is a national program for teens that currently is being administered in more than 400 organizations and schools in the United States, Virgin Islands and United Kingdom.
The center is a member of the United Way of Greater St. Louis, and is managed by a board of directors. Private and corporate donors help fund Wyman's programs.
Pema Osel Ling is a Tibetan retreat center and catering facility located deep in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Situated on more than one hundred acres, it can host retreats, parties, weddings and other events.
The center features indoor and outdoor meeting areas, a pool area, guest accommodations and a commercial kitchen with a chef that offers catering services; he aims to use ingredients from local, organic farmers in his food preparation services. The facility strives to offer reasonable rates, with a supportive, friendly staff. There are several statues and meditation areas around the facility that guests can use at any time. For further information about its services, call the number provided.
Committed to Christian values and providing academic excellence, Foothill Christian School and Preschool was founded in 1964 when Foothill Christian School first opened its doors to welcome 64 elementary-age children. Today, nearly 1,000 children are enrolled in the preschool through eighth grade program. Both campuses are fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools, International and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
His Way Christian Bookstore in Ellicott City is located just off of Route 40 and Normandy Woods Lane. It is a chain store with sister sites in Eldersburg and Glen Burnie. This store has a wide selection of religious material, from Bibles to devotionals to cards. Its selection is unmatched among other Christian bookstores.
