YSC

Menifee County Youth Service Center

"Making a difference one child at a time."

Staff Contact:
Melanie Golden (Coordinator)
melanie.golden@menifee.kyschools.us

606-768-8331
57 Indian Creek Road
Frenchburg, KY 40322

Hello, my name is Mrs. Melanie Golden. I am the Director of the Youth Service Center at Menifee County High School and Menifee County Elementary 6-8. I grew up in Menifee County and graduated from MCHS in 1995. I then attended Morehead State University where I obtained my Bachelor of Social Work. This is my ninth year as the Director in Menifee. I live in Menifee County with my wonderful husband, of 13 years, Jamie and our two beautiful daughters, Delaney and Aubrey.

In addition to the Youth Service Center I also serve as Director of our local Kentucky Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program (KY-ASAP) and the High School Attendance Committee, as well as serve on the local UNITE Board, Christian Social Services Board, County Tornado Relief Committee, School Safety & Educational Support Committee, PTA, PTSA, HOTTY (Healthy Outcomes Toward Today's Youth) Club, Grandparent Support Group, 4-H Council, FRYSC Coalition, Regional FRYSC Advisory Council and Middle School Cheerleading Coach.

YSC Mission:

To enhance students' ability to succeed in school by
developing and sustaining partnerships that promote:

*Early learning and successful transition to school;
*Academic achievement and well-being; and
*Graduation and transition into adult life.

YSC Vision:

The Kentucky Division of Family Resource and Youth Service Centers in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services shall establish the national standard of excellence in the provision of school-based family support.

Areas Addressed:
*Referrals to Health and Social Services
*Career exploration and development

*Summer and part-time job development (h.s. only)

   *Substance abuse education and counseling
   *Family crisis and mental health counseling
   *Teen pregnancy prevention and support
   *Attendance
   *Dropout prevention
   *Basic needs assistance and referrals

Some specific services:
   *In-school counseling (substance abuse & mental health)
   *Smoking Cessation
   *Prom
   *After-Prom party
   *Summer programs
   *Senior trip
   *Baby Think-it-over
   *Basic Needs
   *Graduation
   *Educational Support
   *Home Visits
   *Classroom Guidance
   *Jr/Sr Spotlight Night
   *Resource Links