Oakridge Neighborhood Services

Today was nothing short of magical y’all. Edmunds Elementary asked a few Oakridge staff to support their field trip to JA Bizztown (where students get to learn ...real world professional skills in a fictional town where they essentially function as working adults). It went so smoothly with student behavior, engagement, and excitement that all of us who were there felt so proud of these young folks. Shout out the the outstanding Edmunds staff, Oakridge Neighborhood, and our future leaders of the world! #jabizztown #edmundselementary #oakridgestrong See more

Time and again, our team sees a need in our community and works to meet it. Which leads to our free on-campus eye clinics - open to all - offering vision screening and eye glasses for those who need thanks to our friends at OneSight and Delta Dental of Iowa. Register for the 9/30 - 10/2 clinics by 5/24 at 515 | 244-7702 or [email protected]. #ChangingLives #OakridgeStrong

Cheers to the fantastic Miss Shyanne, selected by her peers as our inaugural Employee of the Month! Thanks for all you do to make Oakridge a special place for our residents, clients and team! You are #OakridgeStrong and then some! #ChangingLives

Matt Vance's life took some twists and turns, but he credits the solid foundation of his childhood at Oakridge Neighborhood for leading him to become the family man he is today. Hear his story: https://bit.ly/3uyBqfz #OakridgeStrong #ChangingLives

Meyocks, we are thrilled for the new technology and are working hard on our next creative endeavor!!! Thank you!!! #oakridgestrong

Success is My Protest. Never gets old! #OakridgeStrong

Check out the Youth Employment Programs panel featuring our VP - Youth Education and Engagement Vernon Johnson! #oakridgestrong

We are #OakridgeStrong and #ChangingLives - https://mailchi.mp/d479fcd1c2ea/ruaistjvs2-11300439

We're proud to announce that Sammons Financial Group and the Principal Charity Classic are launching the Legacy Project. The program aims to reduce racial and economic disparities facing minority youth in our home community.

Every February, the U.S. honors the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich ...cultural heritage, triumphs and adversities that are an indelible part of our country's history. But did you know that the annual commemoration grew from a weeklong celebration that started nearly 100 years ago and it's not random that it's in February. Here's my latest piece for NPR in honor of the first day of Black History Month!

Join our team and make a difference at an organization that is truly #ChangingLives for so many. We are hiring for Oak Academy teachers and teacher assistants, neighborhood safety officers, and a maintenance technician. Check out details on Facebook Jobs. #OakridgeStrong

Our Youth Success Navigator Emmett Phillips will be sharing how our team uses art as an oasis and a tool for working with the students who take part in Oakridge Neighborhood youth programs...check it out! #oakridgestrong #changinglives

There's nothing like Breakfast at Tiffany's, darling! Join us at The Tea Room for a gourmet brunch benefiting Oak Academy Early Learning and Preschool Program. Get your tickets now! #ChangingLives #oakridgestrong

Greater Des Moines Partnership to host panel discussion on Youth Employment in #DSMUSA on May 20, from 10-11 AM. With the ever-increasing demand for states to f...ind talent for their current and future workforce needs, empowering youth when are they are eligible to work is critical for the 21st century. With low unemployment rates in Iowa, the need to cultivate and retain local talent will be vital for our local employers. Join Marvin DeJear as he talks withJanice Lane Schroeder, CEO, Children & Families of Iowa; Vernon Johnson, Vice President Youth Education and Engagement, Oakridge Neighborhood Services; Kathy Leggett, Future Ready Iowa Policy Advisor, Ahmed Agyeman, Ph.D. Director, Evelyn K. Davis Center For Working Families, Des Moines Area Community College and Megan Wetrich, Recruiting Specialist - Central Region, Hy-Vee state officials, local employers and non-profit leaders who are leading the way in the efforts to create a diverse and inclusive future workforce in Central Iowa. See more

You know 'em, you love 'em, and now you can get 'em! Our own Oakridge Neighborhood Girl Scout Troop 51540 will be selling cookies Friday, 2/11, 4-5 pm, at the Oakridge Neighborhood Variety Center, 1401 Center Street! YMMMM