THE VILLAGE

As we move into summer, we want to hear from our village.

What is one goal you have for yourself or your family this summer?

Whether it’s saving money, learning a new skill, reading more, spending quality time with family, improving your health, or simply finding more balance, we would love to hear it.

We also want to encourage our youth and families to make this a summer of growth. Visit a museum. Read a new book. Learn a trade. Explore a new hobby. Volunteer. Take a class. Challenge yourself to learn something new.

We are excited to share that Village Learning Lab launches next week! 🎉

Village Learning Lab will provide opportunities for youth and families to build literacy, technology, leadership, workforce readiness, financial literacy, and life skills together.

This past Saturday, Swanson Family Academy celebrated the completion of our six week Youth Leadership Academy cohort with an end of cohort experience at Lucky Strike.

Our youth spent six weeks building confidence, strengthening communication, setting goals, discussing relationships, exploring entrepreneurship, preparing for their futures, and learning what it means to be supported by a village. We closed the cohort with bowling, food, laughter, and fellowship.

We are proud of the entire cohort for their participation, growth, and commitment. This is what it means to Bring Back the Village. The program may have ended, but the relationships, mentorship, and support will continue. We remain committed to showing up for our young people, connecting them to opportunities, and reminding them that they do not have to navigate life alone.

Hello Village Family,

We wanted to take a moment to check in and share some exciting updates about what’s happening at Swanson Family Academy.

🌟 Youth Leadership Academy

Our Youth Leadership Academy has officially launched, and we are incredibly proud of our youth. Over the past few weeks, participants have been building confidence, setting goals, discussing healthy relationships, exploring leadership, and preparing for their futures through mentorship and meaningful conversations.

This Saturday, we will celebrate our Spring Cohort with an end-of-cohort gathering at Lucky Strike. We are excited to continue supporting these young leaders throughout the year through mentorship, leadership experiences, and future opportunities.

📚 Village Learning Lab

Peace Village,

Just checking in and sending love to everyone. We hope you’re doing well and continuing to move through this season with purpose, peace, and resilience.

We’re excited about everything we have coming up at Swanson Family Academy and wanted to keep the village connected and informed.

What’s happening now:

• Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) — mentorship, leadership development, life skills, field trips, and real conversations our youth need

• Summer with SFA — youth programming, enrichment, community events, and opportunities for growth and connection