GDAY a community that cares
What's New at GDAY
Great article about GDAY's Treasurer, John Llodra
The GDAY YRBS Community Round Table was Monday March 30, 2009
the powerpoint presentation slides can be seen here click here
The May GDAY Newsletter is now available click here to view
Welcome to the website for the
Groton-Dunstable Alliance for Youth (GDAY)
What is GDAY?
The Groton Dunstable Alliance for Youth, GDAY, is a community coalition
that is made up of parents and youth that partners with public and private school administrators,
local law enforcement, town government agencies, and community organizations to bring informative
and effective programming concerning youth development to the community.
GDAY works to draw upon the wealth of talent among community neighbors, health and
education professionals and local business leaders. GDAY is a grass roots effort that
has worked to cultivate a strong base within the Groton and Dunstable communities, and
is often recognized by similar community and prevention alliances across the country for our
success and creativity.
What are we up to in 2007-2008?
for more information on these initiatives, please click on the following links:
Book Discussion Group
Community Circle Parent Programs (programming details coming soon)
Half Day Initiative
What is the mission of GDAY:
The mission of GDAY is to reinforce health and respectful behavior among
children and teens. We support programming that affects youth from elementary
through high school ages. GDAY believes that a healthy community addresses the
diverse needs of its youth and reinforces their value to the community.
Is GDAY part of the Groton Dunstable Regional School District?
No. Gday is privately funded through community donations and educational grants.
Research has substantiated that the Youth Alliance that are most successful are those with
strong ties to school districts, local law enforcement and community leaders. It is this "layering"
and reinforcement of messages that cultivates synergy in a healthy community. The current
steering committee recognizes the importance of these relationships and continues to work
closely with the school district through a wide variety of initiatives and relationships.
Does GDAY only work with "troubled" teens and families?
Actually it is quite the opposite. GDAY works with all members of the community, focusing on
programming that affects yough from elementary through high school ages. Our work is termed
"preventive", in that we work to educate, inform and discuss strategies to promote positive
choices. While we do refer families for assistance, our main objective and focus is to work with
everyone to reinforce positive strategies in maintaining "good health" and respective behavior.
How can I become a member of GDAY?
GDAY is "managed" by its Steering Committee and welcomes input from all.
There is no formal membership required. We hold public meetings and welcome input from
community members. If you have comments, suggestions, or if you are interested in participating
in our initiatives, contact any steering committee member. We welcome you!