Detroit Parent Network
Executive Director:
Sharlonda Buckman

Mission:
Detroit Parent Network (DPN) is a premier organization that transforms parents to make the Detroit area a better place to raise and educate children. DPN’s mission is to develop powerful parents (and primary caregivers) who are equipped to get the best education possible for their children.

Vision:
To meet its primary strategy of Parent Leadership Development, Detroit Parent Network works to improve parent involvement in education by developing and offering programs, products and services based on its four "P"s: Personal Development, Parenting Better, Professional Development and Power Building.

Programs Offered at YouthVille Detroit for Youth & Their Family:
Pamper Me Nights for Parents, Aerobics, Hustle and Nutrition Classes, Workshops, Parent Support Groups, Parent Leadership Training, Speaker/ Group Facilitator Training, School Board Training and Child Care Training, Educational Print Materials, Informative Conferences and Forums and Empowering and enabling parents to build a constituency of powerful parents for change.

Contact Information:
Suite# 1100
(313) 309-1450

Henry Ford Health System
YouthVille Clinic School-Based & Community Health Program (SBCHP) Executive Director/President:
Kathleen Conway

Pediatrics Administrator:

Director of SBCHP:

Mission:
HFHS believes that both mental and physical health are essential for a student's success. Our health centers strive to provide comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and confidential health services that will meet the needs of students in an atmosphere that is caring and provides mutual respect

Programs Offered at YouthVille Detroit for Youth & Their Family:
Services are available to youth ages 10 - 21; and children of teen parents.

General Medical Services:
Diagnosis & Treatment of Illnesses, Injuries & Diseases School, sports, Work & Yearly Physical Exams, Immunizations, Pregnancy Prevention, Gynecological Exams & Pap Smears, Sexually Transmitted, Disease Testing, Treatment & Counseling, Birth control/contraception Services.

Behavioral Health Services:
(Individual, Family & Group Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Substance Abuse Education, & Referrals, Physical, Emotional or Sexual Abuse Education, Therapy & Referrals, Relationship Education, Therapy & Referrals, Anger Management, Conflict Resolution, Self-Esteem Education, Therapy & Referrals, Weight Management Education, Counseling & Referrals).

Michigan’s Health Insurance Programs:
The clinic team can assist individuals/families who DO NOT have health insurance with applying for MIChild, Healthy Kids or Plan First).

Contact Information:
Suite# 1570
(313) 309-1475

Michigan State University-Detroit Partnerships
President:
Lou Ann K. Simon

Associate Provost for University Outreach and Engagement:
Hiram E. Fitzgerald

Mission:
Known internationally as a major public university with global reach and extraordinary impact, Michigan State University has been advancing knowledge and transforming lives through innovative teaching, research, and outreach for 150 years.

Vision:
To maintain a facility that will support the development of campus-community partnerships focused on community-identified issues. Programs Offered at Michigan State University: YouthVille Detroit will promote collaboration, networking, partnerships, and community-based research for MSU faculty, students, and the Detroit community. Attention will also be paid to projects and programs that benefit children and youth in Detroit and support their educational efforts and aspirations.

Contact Information:
Suite# 1520
(313) 309-1675

Plymouth Educational Center Preparatory High School
Secondary Principal:
Ms. Diane Murg

Mission:
We, the Plymouth Educational Center Community, will nurture, motivate, education and elevate all students by promoting academic excellence and responsible citizenship.

NURTURE:
Through a comprehensive advisory program, college and career explorations and community service, the PEC District provides a supportive and nurturing environment.

MOTIVATE:
Research supports a project-based learning program where students work with their hands and minds to create meaning, connections and deeper learning.

EDUCATE:
Through a program that meets all Michigan curriculum standards, students will experience rigorous academics and continuous assessment to monitor growth and progress.

ELEVATE:
Innovative program design ensures that students utilize state of the are technology, participates in challenging internships, college coursework, and learn personal responsibility and goal setting behavior.

Contact Information:
Suite# 2500
(313)309-1630