HUB Policies
What is The HUB after-school program? We are a safe, supervised, and supportive place for Middle and High school aged youth to socialize, play games, and be involved in healthy activities after school. Thanks to Good Cheer, Whidbey Island Nourishes and many individual donors like you, students receive a hot meal each day. We provide programs such as LGBTQ support, art classes, field trips and more. Our emphasis is on supporting homeless, displaced, disadvantaged, and questioning teens. The HUB continues to operate in its home of over 30 years at Third & Anthes, in Langley. Our space is graciously donated rent-free with all utility costs paid by Langley United Methodist Church (LUMC). We would love to have you visit our facility and experience this wonderful community resource. Thank you in advance for your generous support!
For general information -- the who, what, when, why -- about the HUB, visit our Story page.
For general information -- the who, what, when, why -- about the HUB, visit our Story page.
Expectations.You have the right to be respected; to have a nutritious meal; to chose from lots of available activities; to express your creativity; to have staff members you can rely on; and to have a safe and reliable drug and alcohol free environment.
Parent’s have the right to be respected; to visit The HUB at any time; to know their child is safe; to voice concerns about the programs or activities; to know if their child is misbehaving, ill or injured; to know about field trips; and to have open communication with Program Directors and The HUB Manager. Staff members’ rights include to be respected by youth, parents and other staff; to give input into the program; to express their creativity and to have a safe, comfortable work environment. If YOU feel your rights have been violated, or you have been made to feel uncomfortable, it is your responsibility to immediately notify a member of the staff. We have your back! You also have a responsibility to help create an enjoyable and positive experience for everyone and to demonstrate mature behavior. Profanity and disrespectful speech will not be tolerated. Excessive rowdiness, fighting, or other inappropriate behavior can result in suspension from The HUB and your parents will be contacted. Public displays of affection (other than holding hands) are discouraged on the premises and at sponsored activities. SMOKING, DRUGS, ALCOHOL, ETC.Smoking is NOT allowed in or around the grounds of The HUB. Anyone found to be in possession of drugs, alcohol or any controlled substance, including drug paraphernalia or any weapon, while in The HUB or the surrounding area, will be immediately reported to the Police, parents will be called, and the participant will be prohibited from using The HUB.
Violations.To report a violation of your rights please contact us immediately:
Shelly Benton - Executive Director Office: (360) 221-0969 Email: thehub@whidbey.com |
Purpose Statement.The purposes for which the corporation is organized are as follows:
1) To provide a safe, stable environment for youth to congregate; 2) To facilitate community involvement in educational, social, and emotionally supportive programs relating to middle school and high school age youth; 3) To offer a stimulating and nourishing environment for the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual growth of each young person; and to this end they shall: a) To provide youth with essential social, academic, individual and environmental supports, especially through The HUB after school, a drop-in after school center for middle and high school aged students, where healthy interaction, fun and food are shared in a safe, supervised, uplifting, and supportive atmosphere; b) To place emphasis on supporting homeless, displaced, disadvantaged, and questioning teens. c) The HUB – Youth Central prohibits discrimination in providing member services or hiring on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status and political ideology, as well as on the basis of race, gender, national origin, religion, and disabling condition. We adhere to The Washington Law Against Discrimination (the “WLAD”) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of marital status and sexual orientation. d) To invite youth to engage in challenging, enriching, and creative activities in partnership with peers, adults and the wider community. e) To empower youth to develop self-advocacy, leadership, and life skills which create pathways to healthy decision making and meaningful community engagement. f) To assist the work of schools and other community agencies/organizations who provide resources for the prevention of youth substance abuse and violence. g) To promote peace, unity and tolerance through the use of intercultural dialogue in learning programs and other educational efforts, including providing information and resources, for teachers, students and the general public. Non Discrimination Statement: i) The HUB – Youth Central prohibits discrimination in providing member services or hiring on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status and political ideology, as well as on the basis of race, gender, national origin, religion, and disabling condition. We adhere to The Washington Law Against Discrimination (the “WLAD”) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of marital status and sexual orientation. |
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