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LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

GOAL- GREATER OPPORTUNITIES THOUGH ADULT LEARNING | SANTA CRUZ COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

GOAL- GREATER OPPORTUNITIES THOUGH ADULT LEARNING

Services will be practicing distance learning until further notice.
Short-term Career Technical Education:
  • Explore high in-demand jobs in your area
  • Learn about career pathways
  • Trainings based on your interests & strengths
  • Become more competitive in the job market

What's Here

Technical/Trade Schools
Medical Schools
Career Entrance Examinations

WHAT TO BE RADIO SHOW/PODCAST | YOUR FUTURE IS OUR BUSINESS

WHAT TO BE RADIO SHOW/PODCAST

What to Be is a weekly show where we interview inspiring people from a variety of careers to learn about what their job entails and how they got there. You can listen to episodes every Sunday at 7pm on 90.7fm KSQD Santa Cruz or go to https://what-to-be.pinecast.co/.

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Job Finding Assistance
Youth Development
Leadership Development
Adult/Child Mentoring Programs

ECHO LEADERSHIP | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

ECHO LEADERSHIP

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Youth Development
Academic Counseling
Student Counseling Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES

Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

What's Here

Homeless Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Job Finding Assistance
Social Skills Training
Return to Education Support
Computer Access Aids
Public Access Computers/Tools
Employment Preparation
Career Entrance Examinations
Veteran Employment Programs
Youth Work Permits
Workshops/Symposiums
Fairs/Exhibitions
Youth Employment Programs
Ex-Offender Employment Programs

SUENOS YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM | SANTA CRUZ COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

SUENOS YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

Sueos provides job readiness, career development, paid work experience/internships, academic support, and other supportive services to eligible youth in Santa Cruz County.

Youth Services: ACADEMIC SUPPORT, CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

What's Here

Youth Development
Personal Financial Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups
Financial Literacy Training
Academic Counseling
Student Financial Aid
Technical/Trade Schools
Career Entrance Examinations
Job Finding Assistance
Youth Employment Programs
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Banking and Financial Services
Student Financial Aid Offices
Youth Centers
Tutoring Services

ECHO LEADERSHIP | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

ECHO LEADERSHIP

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Youth Development
Academic Counseling
Student Counseling Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups

ECHO LEADERSHIP | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

ECHO LEADERSHIP

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Youth Development
Academic Counseling
Student Counseling Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES

Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

What's Here

Homeless Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Job Finding Assistance
Social Skills Training
Return to Education Support
Computer Access Aids
Public Access Computers/Tools
Employment Preparation
Career Entrance Examinations
Veteran Employment Programs
Youth Work Permits
Workshops/Symposiums
Fairs/Exhibitions
Youth Employment Programs
Ex-Offender Employment Programs

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

ECHO LEADERSHIP | GIRLS INC. OF THE CENTRAL COAST

ECHO LEADERSHIP

Works with young women in high school to encourage them to pursue post-secondary education, and plan for future careers.

Youth Services: CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Youth Development
Academic Counseling
Student Counseling Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Youth/Student Support Groups

LIBRARY SERVICES | SANTA CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES

LIBRARY SERVICES

Provides information services, free access to computers and printers, free WiFi access, free access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment.

Also offers research assistance, early literacy programs, book groups, craft programs, STEM/STEAM-based programs, the Genealogical Society and local history collections, meeting rooms for non-profit use, and programs to support lifelong learning and cultural experiences.

Provides resources (books, technology, streaming audiobooks, video, ebooks, reference databases, news), services (Homework Help, Online Tutoring, help finding information, job search, workforce development, housing search, connecting to community resources), programs (ACT Advisory Council for Teens, Coding, Computer Animation, Dungeons & Dragons, craft programs, community conversations, book and film clubs), volunteer opportunities.

Career Exploration, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Science & Math Subject Matters, Socio-Emotional Learning, Technology Support Services, Tutoring Services, Youth Advocacy/Civic Engagement.

Stress Busters: Balanced Nutrition, Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships

What's Here

Youth Literacy Programs
Advocacy
Public Internet Access Sites
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Counseling Services
Youth/Student Support Groups
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Assistive Technology Information
Public Libraries
Parent Support Groups
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Adult Literacy Programs
Cultural Heritage Groups
Nutrition Education
Early Literacy Development Programs
Science and Mathematics Clubs/Societies
Family Literacy Programs
Employment Preparation
Youth Development
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Tutoring Services
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Women's Support Groups

SCAIR | SCAIR INC. (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AMERICAN INDIAN RESOURCES)

SCAIR

We provide career/educational services as well as emergency, mental health, and supportive assistance for families and individuals ages 14 years and older. We support Native American, Alaskan native, and Native Hawaiian low-income individuals and families.

What's Here

Adult Basic Education
General Counseling Services
Native American Traditional Healing
General Education Advocacy
Return to Education Support
Native American General Assistance
Career Entrance Examinations
General Mental Health Information/Education
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Special Education Advocacy

WHAT TO BE RADIO SHOW/PODCAST | YOUR FUTURE IS OUR BUSINESS

WHAT TO BE RADIO SHOW/PODCAST

What to Be is a weekly show where we interview inspiring people from a variety of careers to learn about what their job entails and how they got there. You can listen to episodes every Sunday at 7pm on 90.7fm KSQD Santa Cruz or go to https://what-to-be.pinecast.co/.

What's Here

Career Entrance Examinations
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Job Finding Assistance
Youth Development
Leadership Development
Adult/Child Mentoring Programs

DIGITAL NEST | DIGITAL NEST

DIGITAL NEST

Youth Services: ACADEMIC SUPPORT, CAREER EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH & WELLNESS, YOUTH LEADERSHIP

What's Here

Youth Development
Education Advocacy Groups
Employment Related Advocacy Groups
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Advocacy
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Employment Preparation
Career Entrance Examinations
Youth/Student Support Groups
Youth Employment Programs
Youth Centers
Assistive Technology Information
Job Finding Assistance
Technical/Trade Schools
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers

CASA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY | CASA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

CASA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

Trains volunteers to work with children who have been removed from their homes, declared dependents of the court due to abuse, neglect or abandonment and placed in foster care.

Court Appointed Special Advocates work for a judge, alongside attorneys and social workers, as sworn officers of the court to advocate for children. Advocates receive an initial 35 hours of training and volunteer 10-15 hours per month on behalf of one child. The volunteer advocates on behalf of the child until the case is resolved.

Youth Services: Academic Support, Career Exploration and Development, Health and Wellness, Social-Emotional Support, Youth Leadership.

Stress Busters:
Experiencing Nature, Mental Healthcare, Mindfulness Practices, Physical Activity, Supportive Relationships (Foster Youth Only)

What's Here

General Counseling Services
Academic Counseling
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Career Entrance Examinations
Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups
Guardians ad Litem
General Crime Victim Assistance
Advocacy
Outdoor Environmental Education
General Recreational Activities/Sports
Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion
Tutoring Services
Youth Development
Cultural Heritage Groups

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD

WORKFORCE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY JOB SEEKER SERVICES

Workforce Santa Cruz County offers specialized programs for young adults (16-24) and adult (18+) job seekers and employees, including members of our community with disabilities, military veterans, and dislocated workers. Our services offer wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and more:

. CalJOBS: CalJOBS is California's online resource to help job seekers navigate the state's workforce services. You can search and apply for jobs, create rsums, find education and training, download the CalJOBS app, and more.
. Young Adults: Get help to develop skills, search and apply for jobs, network and connect to community resources.
. Dislocated Workers: If you are 18 years or older, access our no-cost services to find a stable job or training for a new career. We can help you figure out what kind of career would be best for you through customized services specific to individuals who have been terminated or laid off, or have received a notice of termination or layoff.
. Veterans: Veterans Career Services are available for unemployed and underemployed veterans and their spouses and include access to training, job search and placement assistance, and other supportive services.
. Training: Workforce Santa Cruz County provides adult (18+) and youth (16-24) job seekers and employees with access to a wide range of programs to improve skills, discover career pathways, participate in training, and so much more. Eligible youth may co-enroll in both youth and adult programs.

Learn more: https://workforcescc.com/job-seekers/

What's Here

Homeless Employment Programs
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
Job Finding Assistance
Social Skills Training
Return to Education Support
Computer Access Aids
Public Access Computers/Tools
Employment Preparation
Career Entrance Examinations
Veteran Employment Programs
Youth Work Permits
Workshops/Symposiums
Fairs/Exhibitions
Youth Employment Programs
Ex-Offender Employment Programs