Youth for a Positive Image Organization (YFAPI)
Sponsors and Partnerships: The Kroger Company COSI Explore Science Columbus State Community College (Math Department) Art tees Printing
Annual Math Camp “Voyage to Math and Science Academics”
In August 2003 YFAPI established a summer program called “Academic Skills Camp”. Annually YFAPI offers a “Summer Academic MATH and SCIENCE Camp” for middle and high school students. The purpose: The camp is to help prepare students academically for their upcoming school year, while developing students academic skill levels in Math, Science, Reading, Writing, Study skills, Note-Taking, Technology, Peer pressure, and self-confidence. The camp: is traditionally held on the campus of Columbus State Community College (CSCC). In partnership with Center Of Science and Industry (COSI) and Columbus State Community College (Math department). Documents: Past studies have shown that students lose over 50% of what they have learned during the school year, over the summer vacation.
Date is TBA Camp site held at Columbus State Community College and COSI. Students entering grades 7th,8th and 9th(freshmen’s) Camp starts at 9:00am to 2:30pm Early drop-off 8:30am
“Knowledge is the Key” Mission & Goal Statement Our mission is to provide a positive learning environment for youths and  adults that will assist them in achieving their personal and career goal in life.  Our goal is to help young people achieve positive self  development, strengthen character and  promote  post-secondary education.
Student Michael Carter, Ridgeview  Middle School, “ I learned a lot from the workshop along with meeting other students.” Student Gervonna Bolding, Groveport Madison High School, “  I’m better prepare for High School, and it help me to understand from a teacher’s point of view what they expect from us.” College Instructor, Mr. Lee Russell,   Columbus State Community College ,     “ This program helps  our youth  prepare for a higher education.”
Camp Includes: • Learn skills in Math, Science, Social studies, OGT prep,Ohio achievement prep. • Prepare for high School (freshmen's) • 25 hours plus of academic enrichment. • Campus Tour • Communication, Listening and Leadership skills. • Writing and Reading skills. • Study and Organizational skills. • Peer pressures/Personal development. • Technology, and Much More!	• Summer Academic Camp • Youth and Adult Workshops • Tutoring • Tutor’s Training • Youth (Co-ed basketball) • Academic Assistant Prep (middle and high school students) • Book Club