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Ms. Webber provided information to Mr. Patrick about the schools LVPAC anticipates they will be able to provide the program, also noting that funds allocated from the Civic Arts Commission would allow them to offer the program at three schools (Valley View, Vintage Hills and Alisal), and any funds allocated by the Youth Commission would allow for additional events. Tri- Valley YMCA (Allowing Kids with Special Needs to Thrive at Y -Camp / Focusing on the `Whole' Child - Social Emotional Learning / Inspiring — Future Careers with STEM Activities) — Kelly Dulka — provided information about the Whole Child program and the focus on social - emotional aspects of the program. She discussed the holistic approach to wellness and helping children get through difficult time. Commissioner Lo discussed with Ms. Dulka the curriculum for the program and the different aspects it would teach. Ms. Dulka advised that a goal is to be able to teach children how to break down barriers in difficult situations. Mr. Patrick questioned how grant funds would augment fees that are being charged by the YMCA for their programs. Ms. Dulka provided information about the number of families that cannot afford to pay for programs but are not turned away by the YMCA. Ms. Dulka provided details about the STEM program. Commissioner Chew questioned whether the funds for these programs would be used to train staff and Commissioner Lo asked about working with low- income families in this program. The Gatehouse Academy for Gifted Education (enGage Summer Enrichment Camp, Lynn Gatehouse — provided the commission with information about the formation of the Gatehouse Academy, the programs it provides, and the resources they have available in technology. She advised that participants are charged a tuition fee that enables the organization to rent a facility and pay instructors. Commissioner Lo discussed with Ms. Gatehouse specifics of the program and what students are able to learn, specifically 6 -8th grade students. Chairperson Pearce was advised by Ms. Gatehouse that students are not turned away because families are low- income. Child Care Links (Early Childhood Education), Donna — advised that funds requested would allow Child Care Links to provide their Early Childhood Education program to child care providers and that the programs meets sections of the Youth Master Plan. She also provided information about safety checks for baby /toddler car seats and stated that funds would also allow them to purchase several new car seats for low- income families. Commissioner Lo discussed the funding that was allocated to Child Care Links during the last funding period, and Commissioner Inman questioned how the agency reached out to families in need. They were advised that funding requested for FY 2015/16 was $7,500 and $7,000 was allocated, and outreach is done via social media, Craigslist, Fairs, etc. Youth Commission Minutes March 9, 2016 Page 3