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History Of The Club PDF Print E-mail
Written by Lisa Kolosiej   
Friday, 02 April 2010 00:00

 

In March of 1937, Victor C. Harnish had the idea of establishing a Boys Club in Waltham. A group of community leaders collaborated, raised funds, and on November 2, 1937 the Boys Club of Waltham was incorporated. The club opened on January 28, 1938 in the vacated Asbury Temple Building at 686 Main Street. Fourteen years later, a capital campaign was launched to construct a new club building. In response, the Charles Hayden Foundation provided a substantial grant, and many individuals made generous donations. The site at 20 Exchange Street, which serves as today's club, was opened in November of 1952. In 1985, the club officially changed its name to the Waltham Boys and Girls Club, Inc.


Since our founding, the Waltham Boys & Girls Club has been recognized as a community leader in providing positive programs for youth, with a special emphasis on serving disadvantaged youth. We offer daily program opportunities in sports, social recreation, health and life skills, aquatics, performing arts, cultural diversity, drug and alcohol prevention, character and leadership development, educational programs and ongoing guidance.

Throughout our history, the Club has been able to expand to meet the growing needs of youth in Waltham. The Club has been recognized nationally by Boys & Girls Club of America for program excellence and membership growth. Our Main Club facility is handicapped accessible and offers inclusive programs for youths of all abilities.
Last Updated on Thursday, 04 August 2011 14:46
 
Facts PDF Print E-mail
Written by Lisa Kolosiej   
Friday, 05 March 2010 12:45

Annual Membership
1,279 Youth Ages 6 to 18; an increase of 3.5%
Average Daily Attendance:  133 youth during the school year;
    338 youth during the summer; an increase of 14%

GENDER
63% Male and 37% Female

AGE
41.5% of our members are teenagers; compared to Boys & Girls Clubs national average of 32%

ETHNICITY

33% Caucasian, 31% Latino, 17% African-American, 10% Multi-Racial, 7% Asian, 2% Native American

MEMBERSHIP FEE
$15 per year

REVENUE SOURCES
Donations:                       30%
State/Program Fees         36%
Special Events                20%
Grants                               7%
United Way                      5%
Rentals                             2%

ANNUAL BUDGET
$980,132

NUMBER OF BOARD MEMBERS
16 with a capacity for 25

FACILITY SIZE
47,000 square feet

Last Updated on Monday, 14 January 2013 10:33
 
Contact PDF Print E-mail
Written by Lisa Kolosiej   
Thursday, 14 January 2010 00:00

Contact Us:
If you have any comments, questions or need more information on the Club and the programs we offer, please feel free to contact us via one of the following methods:

Postal Mail:
Waltham Boys & Girls Club
20 Exchange Street
Waltham, MA 02451

Phone: 781-893-6620
Fax: 781-894-5770

Email Our Staff


Scott McLellan, Executive Director

Scott McLellan came on board as our Executive Director as of August, 2012.  He brings over 16 years of youth development experience and 13 years with the Boys & Girls Club.  He spent 8 years at the Pawtucket Boys & Girls Club in various roles and most recently he spent 5 years as Executive Director at the Blue Hill Boys & Girls Club in Boston.

 

Erica Fitch, Director of Operations

Erica Fitch joined the Waltham Boys & Girls Club as Director of Operations in August, 2012.  She has 12 years of youth development experience including 2 years in the Peace Corps along with 5 years at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston.  She earned her undergraduate degree in child development psychology and master's degree in marketing communication both from Clark University. 



Mark Mitchell - Program Director 
Mark Mitchell was promoted to Program Director in January, 2012 after being the Sports & Fitness Director for three years. In this role, Mitchell oversees all of the Program activities that go on at the Club.  Mark was recognized by the Yankee Chapter of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Professional Association, by receiving the 2011 Program Professional of the Year Award.   Mitchell has been a part of the Club for nine years also having served as a part time employee helping out around the gymnasium, with games, and at the front desk. At the end of each school year, he organizes the Dinner of Champions, an event to recognize members that have excelled at the Club. He received his associate degree in business administration from Dean College and a bachelor’s degree in business management from Mount Ida College.


Lisa Kolosiej
Lisa Kolosiej – Office Manager
Lisa Kolosiej joined the Waltham Boys & Girls Club as the Office Manager. She is an experienced Office Manager, Legal Secretary and Paralegal. Lisa was recognized by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Professional Association, by receiving the Administrative Staff of the Year Award for the Northeast Region in 2008 and currently serves on and the Chair for the Program Awards Committee for the Yankee Chapter.



Margie Granados – After School Program Director
Margie has been employed at the Club since the summer of 2002. In September of 2005 Margie was promoted to After School Program Director. Margie oversees our licensed after school program which facilitates enrichment activities for 52 school age children. Margie has completed coursework in Child Development from Regis College.


William Waters, III - Sports and Fitness Director

Billy joined the Waltham Boys & Girls Club as Sports and Fitness Director in April, 2012 after volunteering at the Club for over 3 years.  Billy graduated from Waltham High School in 2004 and graduated from Curry College in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts.  Billy has worked as a personal trainer and as a Paraprofessional at the Kennedy Middle School.  Billy has a particular passion for football and has coached Waltham High School Football and won Conference Championships while attending Curry.   

Thomas Tringale, Aquatics Director

Thomas Tringale joined the Club as our Aquatics Director in June, 2012.  Tom graduated from Salem State College in 2009 with a degree in History.  Tom is an alumn from the Billerica Boys & Girls Club and was their Youth of the Year in 2003.  He has coached for the Billerica Boys & Girls Club, Northern Berkshire YMCA, North Reading High School and Billerica High School Swim Teams.  Tom has also trained tri-athletes in swimming for competitions. 

 

Jules LeBlanc - Teen Coordinator

Juliann "Jules" LeBlanc joined our staff as Teen Program Coordinator in August, 2012.  Jules began her service here two years ago as an intern and impressed staff and was then offered part-time employment.  Jules has worked at the front desk, games room, and her favorite:  the Teen Center.  Jules has a lot to share wtih Waltham teens regarding leadership, having twice been elected captain of her Lasell College cheerleading squad.  Jules graduated from Lasell in 2012 with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology.  "I have seen the powerful impact that the Club has on the young people that come here.  I want to play a strong part in the development of their lives."  

 

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Katie joined the Waltham Boys & Girls Club team as the Social Recreation Coordinator in Fall, 2012.  She has worked with children of all ages in various capacities ranging from organized sports events to musical production.  She has experience in the healthcare field, coaching, collegiate athletic ticket sales, and international athletics.  Katie worked with a company that developed various after school programs in London, England where she was the recipient of the CAPA Record of Achievement Award.  Katie has a Bachelor's Degree in Sports Management and a Minor Certificate of Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. 

 
Last Updated on Thursday, 28 March 2013 16:42
 
Club Policies PDF Print E-mail
Written by Lisa Kolosiej   
Saturday, 04 April 2009 10:11
AGES
Ages 6 to 18
 
HOURS
School Year (please call to verify)
Monday 2:30 to 6:00pm
Tuesday - Friday 2:30 to 7:00 (9pm in Oct.)
Saturday 9:00am to 4:00pm

Summer
Monday - Friday 12:00pm to 4:00pm
 


Club Policies

Member Check-In Policy: Members are given a membership card and must check in and out at the front desk. This card is also used to participate in club activities such as sports or social recreation events. Members must have their card with them at all times. If a member does not have their card with them their choice of activity may be limited.

Open Door Policy: Parents are reminded that the club has an open door policy and that staff supervision is limited to inside the building. We recommend that you and your child set some firm rules about leaving the club, visiting friends in the neighborhood, going to McDonalds, etc.

Non-member Check-In Policy: Children are allowed to attend the Waltham Boys & Girls Club without becoming a member for one day and must check in and out at the front desk.

Visitor Policy: All adults that are not Waltham Boys & Girls Club staff members are required to sign in at the front desk. Once a visitor has signed in he/she will receive a visitor badge that must be worn at all times while in the building. Upon departure the visitor must return the visitor badge to the front desk and sign out. Any adult found in the building without a visitor badge will be escorted out of the building.

Phone Calls: The Waltham Boys & Girls Club phone line is for business purposes only. Personal phone calls for members or staff are not allowed. In the case of an emergency you may ask to speak with a supervisor and he/she will address the situation accordingly.

Personal Belongings: The Waltham Boys & Girls Club is not responsible for lost or stolen property. We strongly recommend that members bring a lock and use the lockers provided by the club to safeguard coats and other valuables.

Discipline Policy:


Minor Offenses: Staff members may draw from a range of methods to establish what will work for each individual child. Examples may include, but are not limited to: Time-outs, restriction from activity or program area and/or apology letters.

Minor offenses include, but are not limited to: swearing, running in hallways, eating outside the designated areas, being in an unsupervised area and general horseplay.

Major offenses: Full time staff members have the ability to suspend a club member for the remainder of the day. After speaking with a supervisor, a suspension of additional days may result. If a child is asked to leave the club he/she is to speak with a director upon their return to the club. A phone call will be made to the member's parent or guardian.  Major offenses include, but are not limited to: fighting, stealing, disrespecting staff or equipment. Long Term suspension may be imposed for repeat offenders or any member that is deemed dangerous to themselves, other club members and/or staff.

Last Updated on Monday, 14 January 2013 10:35
 
Jobs at The Club PDF Print E-mail
Written by Lisa Kolosiej   
Monday, 11 August 2008 19:25

 

Assistant Camp Director

 

Position Summary:

 

The Assistant Camp Director, in coordination with the Summer Camp Director, is responsible for implementing programs and activities for youth ages 5-12 registered in the licensed Summer Camp Program, as well as well as manage and supervise Junior Camp Leaders ages 13-17.  The Assistant Camp Director will also be accountable for daily camp responsibilities when the Camp Director is not present.

 

Skills/Knowledge Required:

 

· At least 21 years of age, per licensing requirements

· Valid driver’s license

· Certified in First Aid & CPR

· Experience working with youth ages 5-17

· Experience managing a group of adult staff

· Ability to maintain a high level of energy and enthusiasm

· High school diploma required; Associate’s Degree preferred

 

Compensation:

 

Summer Camp Position:

 

Seasonal Position available beginning June 15, 2013 through August23, 2013

 

Hours: (1) Monday – Friday: 40 hour work week

 

 Salary Range: $9.00-$12.00 per hour

 

 

 
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