NYCID is a verified New York City Public School’s Project Pivot Partner
We have successfully implemented Project Pivot programming at ten schools, including PS 78, PS 84, IS 72, Port Richmond, Concord, Medical Professions, Tottenville, Mckee, and Wagner High Schools. Our services have included intensive mentoring, mindfulness and well-being, sports and recreation, and career development programs.
Since 1970, we’ve served over 10,000 people annually through partnerships with NYC Public Schools (Community Schools, Learning to Work, After School Enrichment, 21st Century, District 75 services), DYCD (SONYC, COMPASS, SYEP, YouthBuild), and the Department of Probation (Arches, ICM).
As Staten Island’s Conflict Dispute Resolution Center (CDRC), we bring unique expertise in restorative practices and conflict management. We’re particularly proud of our partnership with the DOE’s Office of Restorative Justice, where we’ve trained youth in Peer Mediation across 116 schools citywide.
We are a DYCD Crisis Management Systems provider, and a New York State Violence Prevention Awardee.
Our Approach Aligns with Project Pivot’s Focus:
- Safety and violence prevention
- Student leadership and career readiness
- Student counseling and mentoring
- Enrichment through sports, recreation, and the arts
NYCID Project Pivot Program Offerings
NYCID offers the following Project Pivot-aligned programs that can be delivered individually or combined to meet your school’s specific needs. All programs integrate our trauma-informed approach, restorative practices, and conflict resolution expertise.
All NYCID programs can be:
- Scaled to fit your student population and budget
- Combined for comprehensive, wraparound support
- Scheduled flexibly (after-school, during school, weekends, summer)
- Adapted to align with your school’s specific goals and culture
INTENSIVE MENTORING PROGRAM
Transformational one-on-one and group mentoring for at-risk youth
- Weekly individual mentoring sessions (minimum 1 hour per student)
- Small group mentoring and peer support circles
- Academic tutoring, homework help, and school advocacy
- Social-emotional skill development and trauma-informed support
- Interactive journaling and mindfulness practices
- Goal-setting, accountability, and personal leadership development
- Family engagement and resource navigation
- Crisis intervention and restorative practices when conflicts arise
- Enrichment activities, college tours, and community service projects
Typical Structure: Year-long programming with 2 mentor per 12-30 students
CAREER EXPLORATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Preparing students for college and career success through hands-on experiences
- Roadtrip Nation 8-Week Career Exploration (Signature Program)
- Project-based curriculum using nationally recognized Roadtrip Nation platform
- Twice weekly sessions with 1 Career Readiness Instructor for 30 students
- Students conduct real informational interviews with professionals
- Develop personal leadership plans and career roadmaps
- Build interviewing, public speaking, and networking skills
- Research-backed curriculum (students show 2x GPA improvement)
Extended Workforce Development Services
- Career interest assessments and exploration activities
- Resume writing, interview prep, and professional communication training
- Paid internship placements (SYEP and school-year opportunities)
- Job shadowing and workplace tours
- Financial literacy and entrepreneurship workshops
- College and trade school application support
- Mentorship from industry professionals
Typical Structure: 8-week intensive OR year-long programming with stipends and possible internship placements
SPORTS & RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Using athletics to build teamwork, leadership, and life skills
- After School Flag Football Program (Signature Program)
- Weekly practices and games (typically 2:30-3:30 PM)
- Skill development, team formation, and intramural leagues
- End-of-season tournament and championship celebration
- Co-ed, inclusive programming for all skill levels
- Life skills integration: teamwork, communication, resilience, sportsmanship
Life Skills Through Sports
- Conflict resolution during competition
- Goal-setting and tracking progress
- Leadership opportunities (team captains, peer coaches)
- Health and nutrition education
- Sportsmanship and emotional regulation
Typical Structure: Year-long after-school 2 times weekly that culminate in tournaments and events
MINDFULNESS & WELL-BEING PROGRAM
Building resilience, emotional regulation, and mental wellness
- Daily or weekly mindfulness meditation circles
- Guided breathing exercises, body scans, and grounding techniques
- Social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum aligned to CASEL standards
- Trauma-informed care and support for students experiencing stress
- Interactive journaling and self-reflection activities
- Wellness education (mental health literacy, sleep hygiene, digital wellness)
- Restorative circles using Ubuntu philosophy (“I am because we are”)
- Conflict resolution and mindful communication skills
- Access to NYCID’s online mindfulness platform and daily meditation content
- Staff training on trauma-informed and mindfulness-integrated teaching
Typical Structure: Daily 10-15 minute circles OR weekly 45-60 minute sessions
Next Steps
We’d love to discuss how NYCID can support your students and school community.
Each program can be customized with:
- Detailed curriculum and session plans
- Staffing models and instructor qualifications
- Expected outcomes and success metrics
- Pricing and budget information
- Implementation timeline
- Data tracking and reporting