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Turkey Bowl

OYC Miami’s Second Annual Turkey Bowl was a celebration of energy, creativity, and community! Our students turned Enhancement Day into a flag football showdown filled with fierce competition and big smiles. The winning team didn’t just earn bragging rights, they took home custom-made trophies crafted in OYC’s very own STEM Lab, blending sports with innovation. 💡🏆 From…

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Opening Doors in Hospitality and Tourism

OYC Miami, in partnership with the Future Leaders of Hospitality and Tourism, proudly hosted the 2025 Hospitality & Tourism Career Expo—a dynamic event designed to spark opportunity and inspire career exploration. The Expo brought together students, job seekers, and community members, offering access to internships, employment pathways, and professional networking with some of the industry’s…

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Soaring Toward Possibility: OYC Scholars Explore Aviation at the Air Expo

Seventeen of our high school scholars from OYC Miami took flight—figuratively—during a powerful and eye-opening visit to the Air Expo at Opa-Locka Airport. ✈️⛅️ From standing beside aircraft on the tarmac to speaking directly with aviation professionals, our students immersed themselves in the exciting world of flight, engineering, and aerospace technology. The experience sparked curiosity,…

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OYC Miami and AmeriCorps Members Honor Veterans Through Service

OYC Miami’s AmeriCorps members recently joined forces with the Miami VA to recognize and celebrate our local veterans during AmeriCorps’ Annual Service Day. With care, gratitude, and compassion, our members assembled and distributed thoughtful care packages, spending quality time with veterans and showing appreciation for their service. The day was filled with heartwarming moments—from lively…

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Empowering Youth Through Civic Engagement

Civic engagement is more than an activity—it is a powerful expression of leadership, purpose, and community pride. At OYC Miami, our youth are taking bold steps to lead by example. From canvassing neighborhoods with information about our OnMed Care Station and voter registration resources to engaging directly with local government officials and even traveling to…

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