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If you tried, you probably could hear a pin drop in the room. On a February evening, during a special visit to the Department of Youth Services (DYS) Metro Pre-Trial Detention Unit, nearly a dozen young men sat attentively and completely absorbed in the words …Continue Reading Teaming Up for DYS Youth: A Long-standing Partnership Serves to Inspire
“Voice What Matters”, the banner above the stage read, and that is exactly what the youth of the Department of Youth Services (DYS) did. From paintings to sculptures, to videos, songs and dance, they showed who they are and what matters to them. This year …Continue Reading DYS Youth Voice What Matters
On June 16, 2016 The Department of Youth Services (DYS) is hosting the Share Your Art, Share Your Voice! Statewide Youth Showcase at the Paramount Theatre in the Boston Theatre District. This statewide event demonstrates the talent of youth committed to DYS and acknowledges the dedication …Continue Reading Youth Showcase Illustrates the Value of Arts Education
3rd Annual Event A Huge Success! On May 27th, honored guests, youth, staff, and community stakeholders gathered to spotlight the positive successes and work of the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services (DYS) youth and programs at the hugely successful 3rd Annual DYS “Share Your Art, …Continue Reading DYS Statewide Youth Showcase 2015
A common challenge for many adolescents is finding healthy outlets where they can explore their interests in constructive ways. For many youth who come into our care and custody, individual access to healthy outlets can sometimes be a significant challenge. One way the Department of …Continue Reading DYS Statewide Event Spotlights Youth Success
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