Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19), the main office of the Lighthouse Program & Youth Services will remain closed to the public with minimal exceptions. Fillable applications are available on this site and all services this department provides will continue via email and through phone calls. In person Lighthouse programming at all 24 schools is currently available. For immediate assistance, please call (203) 576-7252.

Youth Service Bureau Funding Release 2021-23

NEW THIS YEAR- PROGRAMMING AT BASSICK, CENTRAL AND HARDING

Parents and youth can inquire with the school's main office for more information or by calling the Department of Youth Service at (203) 576-7252.

Our Goal

To support children, youth, and families-- so that all children, adolescents, and young adults reach their full potential and become productive citizens.

The City of Bridgeport Youth Service Department works in partnership with many local service providers to ensure youth ages 5 to 21 have opportunities and experiences to learn and grow in a structured environment. The department subcontracts and provides direct services for prevention activities that include the following : 

• Lighthouse Program has 24 after-school and summer sites and 7 before school programs.

• Bridgeport Youth Club program, designed for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, hosts youth & family focused activities & services including pre-school nutrition, crisis intervention, Juvenile Review Board activities, parenting classes, out of school time initiatives, etc.
  

• Youth Services Bureau holds training & employment programs, teen activities/workshops and middle school sports and clubs.  
• "Friday Night Live"After School Night Program is held at Central High School, Harding High School and Bassick High School.
  

 Summer Youth Employment

 The Summer Youth Employment Program places youth ages 14 through 21 in jobs, working four (4) hours a day. Youth are trained in areas related to job readiness skills, working with younger children, life skills, conflict resolution, and team building strategies. The training is offered by area professionals and provide youth with an overview of employment expectations.