"Making a difference one child at a time."
Staff Contact:
Melanie Golden (Coordinator)
melanie.golden@menifee.kyschools.us
Menifee Central
606-768-8499
359 Wynn Flatt Road
Frenchburg, KY 40322
Menifee High School
606-768-8109
119 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, Menifee Central 6-8 and the Menifee Academy. 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 19th year as the Director in Menifee.
In addition to the Youth Service Center I also serve as the Director of our local Kentucky Agency for Substance Abuse Policy (KY-ASAP), as well as serve on the local UNITE Board, School Safety & Educational Support Committee, PTO, Grandparent Support Group, 4-H Council, FRYSC Coalition, Regional FRYSC Advisory Council, MC and MCHS Wellness Committee, MC and MCHS Leadership Committee.
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)
*Tobacco Cessation
*Prom
*After-Prom party
*Summer programs
*Basic Needs
*Graduation
*Educational Support
*Home Visits
*Classroom Guidance
*Resource LInks