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Register now for school-year swim lessons and fall sports

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As the warm summer days begin to wind down, it’s time to start planning for the upcoming fall season at McGaw YMCA! Registration for Fall I session youth sports programs and school-year swim lessons is now open. School-Year Swim Lessons (September 11 – May 26): Water safety is an essential life skill, and there’s no better time than now to ensure your child becomes a confident and competent swimmer. McGaw YMCA offers comprehensive school-year swim lessons designed to accommodate all skill levels, from beginners to advanced swimmers. With a focus on water safety, stroke development, and building endurance, our certified instructors create a nurturing environment where swimmers of all ages can learn and grow at their own pace. Youth Sports Fall I Session (September 11 – November 5): McGaw Y youth sports programs cater to various interests and age groups, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether your child is an aspiring […]

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McGaw YMCA Announces Proposed Slate of Board Member Candidates

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Last Updated: 7/11/2023 Each year, the McGaw YMCA Board of Directors nominates a new cohort of individuals to serve on the Board and the Membership of the McGaw YMCA votes to elect new board members during the virtual Board Election. The proposed slate is listed below. This year’s virtual Board Election will be held July 31 – August 7. Current McGaw Y members will receive an email at 8:00 a.m. (CDT) on Monday, July 31, with a link to the virtual ballot to cast their vote.  The polls will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 7. The Board election results will be shared at the Annual Meeting, which will be held on Tuesday, August 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the McGaw YMCA Chinnock Lounge. An online viewing option will be available for those who wish to attend virtually. RSVP for the Annual Meeting Current Board Members Up for Re-Election (3-Year

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MetaMedia Presents on Culturally Rooted Learning, Identity Making, at Two Educational Conferences

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In April, representatives from McGaw YMCA’s MetaMedia presented their work at two prominent educational conferences.  EVANSTON, IL. – Representatives from MetaMedia recently presented their work at two prominent educational conferences in April. MetaMedia, McGaw YMCA’s digital media center and maker space for middle school youth, provides year-round STEAM programing with hands-on projects that give youth the opportunity to explore, create, and innovate. At the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, a showcase for groundbreaking, innovative studies in education, MetaMedia presented alongside Northwestern University (NU) during a session on co-designing educational justice in Chicago and Evanston. The MetaMedia team shared their innovative approach to co-designing summer programming through their partnership with Northwestern. The partnership began three years ago when MetaMedia received a grant from Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy (SESP) to contribute to research on makerspace programs. The result of their collaboration was the MetaMedia Summer Experience

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