New program aims to help students achieve their goals

A new youth program is coming to Wareham to help students in grades 8 through 12 work to achieve their short and long-term goals. The Community Youth Empowerment group will be directed by Jowaun Gamble, a Wareham High School alum who earned a masters degree in criminal justice at Bridgewater State University. Discussions will be led by Wareham High graduates Brianna King, Darien Fernandez, Kamri Lopes, Ashley Hachey and Brianna Gamble.

The first meeting of the group will be an information session at 10 a.m. on Sunday, January 5, at the Wareham Boys and Girls Club, 13 Highland St. 

Discussion topics will include careers, mental health, financial literacy, professionalism, self-care, reflection, nutrition, and understanding cultural and racial bias.

At the end of each session, the discussion will be opened to all students and parents, and refreshments will be served.

Email warehamcye@gmail.com with questions.