EMERGE is a program held by the Manatee County YMCA that consist of Y staff and volunteers.

The goal of EMERGE is to mentor  at-risk teens through assemblies held at various schools, churches and organizations.  The assemblies project a positive message through on-stage dramatization and musical entertainment.  This program is sure to motivate your pre-teen/teen to "walk a straight line" and make good decisions that will ensure a successful and healthy future.

	DRUG, VIOLENCE, GANG PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES
	When: Once a year Where: Daughtrey Elementary, Harllee Middle, King Middle, Oneco Elementary, Orange Ridge, Richard Milburn, Samoset Elementary, Sugg Middle School Who: Rotate through schools for all grades # Served: 2400 Volunteers: 20 adult volunteers To learn more about the above programs, please contact Jerry Parrish, YMCA Outreach Program Director or call 941-782-0270.