MCCOY

The Own Your Future campaign aims to empower students to take control of their education and to pursue a path of success and achievement. By providing resources to students who want to be in charge of their futures, MCCOY supports the advancement and progress of Marion County’s youth.

The Own Your Future campaign hopes to increase awareness about the importance of graduating from high school, since a strong education is an essential tool for advancement and future opportunities. By finishing high school, students who own their future can take an important step in reaching their full potential as empowered individuals, valuable community members, and contributing citizens.

Resources for Students:

Student Leadership Opportunities

Youth Advocacy Council- serve as a “youth voice” on behalf of youth issues and become a leader in creating new ideas and programs to support youth in Marion County

 Academic Support Services

Reach for Youth- support youth through prevention, intervention, counseling, and youth development

Learn More Indiana- vast resources and programs to prepare you for college and careers

La Plaza- Tu Futuro- educational program dedicated to encouraging and supporting Latino youth and non-traditional students to pursue education through presentations, workshops, consultations, and college visits

Edna Martin Christian Center- tutoring and mentoring services, after-school programs, summer camps, community service opportunities, etc

Options for Credit Recovery, GED Services, Alternative High Schools

The Excel Center- serves people over age 18 who want to earn a diploma (flexible scheduling)

Basic Prep Academy- alternative education; credit recovery options and diploma completion

Indy Met High School- public high school; self-paced learning

Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center GED preparation- GED training and Adult Basic Education Classes

Indiana Online Academy- virtual high school that provides an alternative means to earn high school credits

Nonacademic Support Services

Essential Aid and Services For You (EASY book)- lists support services like child care, housing assistance, medical services, substance abuse services, etc.

Youth Activity Directory- list of activities and programs that provide guidance for youth

Resources Online for Youth- database of youth activities and opportunities

Connect2Help- free, confidential help 24/7; dial 2-1-1

Volunteering opportunities for Youth in Indianapolis

Stopover Inc Transitional Living Program for youth who are transitioning to independent living

Future Promises- help for pregnant and parenting teens

Outreach, Inc. - G.O.A.L- assistance for homeless youth; tutoring, transportation to school, textbooks, etc

Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Just Ask - a book for teens created by the Indiana Coalition for Adolescent Health & IN State Department of Health

Camptown- Camptown's mission is to challenge, mentor and teach youth about life through outdoor adventure and nature programs that help build confidence, character, and hope

Planned Parenthood- these centers provide services for women that include Pap-tests, cancer screenings, sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing, and a variety of birth control options. The HPV vaccine, Gardasil is currently available at several health center locations. Services for men include STI testing and self exam instruction. Everyone--teens, women and men of all age ranges are welcome to seek care at one of the health centers! All of the services are confidential.

HealthNet- provide health care and services, regardless of ability to pay

Peace Learning Center- offers conflict-resolution and problem-solving services for young people