Mon Valley Youth & Teen Programs

Mon Valley Youth & Teen Programs includes Kid’s Connection for kindergarten through 4th grade, the 528 Program for 5th through 8th grade, and Teens Group for 9th through 12th grade. Kid’s Connection includes arts and crafts, games, limited homework help, and a nutritious meal upon arrival. The 528 Program includes creative activities, limited homework help, healthy meal preparation, life skills, and more. Teens Group meets on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM and has a monthly fee of $10.

Programs

• Kid’s Connection — Kindergarten through 4th grade · Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4–6 PM · $15 per month · After-school program with arts & crafts, games, limited homework help, and a nutritious meal upon arrival. Located at the MVYATA Center. Yearly membership fee is also required.
• 528 Program — 5th through 8th grade · Thursday from 3:30–5:30 PM · $10 per month · Safe environment to be creative, with limited homework help, healthy meal preparation, life skills, and more. Located at the MVYATA Center. Yearly membership fee is also required.
• Teens Group — 9th through 12th grade · Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM · $10 per month

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $10–$15 per month
• General schedule: Boys and girls, grades K-12, meet during the school year. Teen groups may choose to continue meeting during the summer months and are encouraged to do so.
• Facility hours: Fall/Winter Monday 10 AM - 3 PM; Tuesday 10 AM - 3 PM; Wednesday 10 AM - 3 PM; Thursday 10 AM - 3 PM; Friday 10 AM - 2 PM; Saturday Closed; Sunday Closed. Spring/Summer hours may vary.

About the provider

Mon Valley Youth and Teen Association, Inc. states that its mission is to serve youth and teens of the Mon Valley through programs and activities that provide and promote education, self-esteem, and responsibility to self and others. Community service and acts of kindness are part of the Teens Group. The organization also provides food programs, enrichment programs, and care and share programs, and the MVYATA Food Bank is held the 3rd Monday of every month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Space is limited for Kid’s Connection, so sign up early. The programs follow the Ringgold School District calendar or Ringgold School calendar, as stated for each program. A yearly membership fee of $5/individual or $10/family is required. Non-paying members receive services such as Food Pantry and Household Giveaways. Teen sessions may continue during summer if there is enough interest. Contact the Center before coming outside of operation hours.

What families say

“I love that I can talk about anything with my group.” — Zi’la G. — Kid’s Connection, 5-2-8, Day Camp, Camp Watakamini participant

Last updated October 22, 2026.