R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc.

We are back at it, keeping the Tree Arrington legacy alive in collaboration with Community Matters 2 - "CM2" and The Growing Stemz Foundation. We have just completed the paid training for 25 youth in the City of Poughkeepsie giving them real skills that equip them with the competency and foundation for employment. It would be a benefit to any employer to hire these youth and young adults.

Congratulations to all the participants! We are proud of you!

A special mention goes to Sakima McClinton for her leadership, dedication, and ability to guide these students and young adults over the finish line.

Much gratitude to our supporters.

It was a busy and successful week!

Drop by and say 👋. Here is the map with our location for Sunday. We are Table 13, Waryas Park.

We will be giving away T-Shirts, canvas bags with a book activity, water bottles. Grab one while supplies last.

Only 25 slots, filling up quickly

Where will your children be this summer? Join us R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc., Community Matters 2 - "CM2", and The Growing STEMz Foundation working together to serve the children and give them an extraordinary experience for the summer. Sign up today. Information is on the flyer or leave us a message.

Come celebrate Juneteenth 2021 and honor our Founder, Tree Arrington. This Saturday June 19th at Mansion Square Park. Join us at noon for the mural dedication of this icon. Mural painted by Nestor Madalengoitia - Artist

Summer is right around the corner. Join us for Summer Learning Academy.

Watch highlights of R.E.A.L Skills 2017 4th Annual Rosa Parks Benefit Gala courtesy of Roger Connor of Connor and Associates Media.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PFTgoJyQso&feature=youtu.be

2017 Rosa Parks Gala The R.E.A.L. Skills Network provides tutoring and mentoring programs for Poughkeepsie's school children. The annual Rosa Parks Gala recognizes the students' ...

Join us today, Friday-June 16th, for our annual Juneteenth Celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Location Family Partnership Building- 29 N. Hamilton St, Doors open at 5:30 pm - Free to the Public.

R.E.A.L. Skills Network Summer Learning Academy is in full swing. Enroll your child today. Contact 845-452-6088 ext 3169 for details. Each one, Reach one!!!

Read the latest news about R.E.A.L Skills Network's 2016 Graduation Ceremony and Juneteenth Celebration held at the Family Partnership Building on June 17th.
http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/story/news/local/2016/06/23/celebrating-students-achievements/86302166/

Celebrating students’ achievements It was thrilling every time: The rat-tat-tat-tat of each kids’ feet scampering up the four steps from the floor of the Lateef Islam Auditorium at the Family Partnership Center to its stage.

A special Thank You is extended to the McCall family for their generosity and sponsorship of today's Easter egg hunt for the children of R.E.A.L Skills Network, Inc. It was a day of smiles.

R.E.A.L. Skills Honors Poughkeepsie Icons ⋆ Hudson Valley News Network The R.E.A.L. Skills Network guides Poughkeepsie youth along the path of the city's great community leaders.

Due to inclement weather, all after school programs are cancelled for today.

Images of a few of the stories on display through February 2016 at the Mid-Hudson Heritage Center (317 Main Street ). Stories based on interviews conducted by our Peer Mentors, as well as, volunteers to celebrate our elders from the community of Poughkeepsie.

R.E.A.L Skills Peer Mentor Poughkeepsie High School students dropped by the Mid-Hudson Heritage Center to participate in the "Poughkeepsie Elder Stories: Text-hibition ". To honor Black History Month, the exhibit is up through February 16, 2016.

Over the last months, volunteers have taken to the streets, living rooms, senior homes, churches and community spaces to interview African-American and Afro-Caribbean seniors in our community about their lives. Among those who conducted interviews were student mentors from our R.E.A.L. Skills program. (Left to right) Hope Tangunu, Ataeza Huff, Kam Kamille Rodriguez, Almira Miller, and Destiny's Purvis.

Youth empowerment essential work of Bob Auchincloss Bob Auchincloss leaves lasting legacy

Congratulations to our Incentive Awardees. These little ones earned 15 stars in ten days for homework completion and good behavior. Way to Gol!!

Thanks to the generosity of the McCall family (Leann, Sarah, and John), it was another terrific Easter Egg hunt for the children of R.E.A.L. Skills Network. Thank you Leann, John, and Sarah for the support you have given to our community throughout the years. We could not do what we do without the volunteer efforts of individuals like yourselves and so many others e.g. our college fellows, peer coordinators (high school students) and middle school students, It was a fun afternoon for all.

Due to Spring Recess for the Poughkeepsie School District, all after-school programs are also on recess the week of March 30 - April 3rd. Programs will resume Monday, April 6th. Enjoy your break :-)

Today, March 20, due to the impending snowstorm all after school programs are cancelled. The office is closed for all student personnel. Enjoy your weekend.

Thanks to all for the wonderful get well cards .. Love you all Mr. Bob

Today, March 3rd, the office is open; but all after school programs have been cancelled.

REAL Skills had its Annual Gala Feb. 13, 2015 with more than 200 people attending.. Here is a sample captured by KVNN.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=EFcaeTuu_B4

R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc.'s 2nd Annual Rosa Parks Gala R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc. held their 2nd Annual Rosa Parks Gala on Friday, February 13, 2015, at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel.

R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc. presented their 2nd Annual Rosa Parks Benefit Gala with special guests and performers, and yours truly as the emcee, assisted by Sakima Brown. It was an extraordinary night highlighting the contributions made by Hudson Valley citizens, as well as those on the national level doing great work for the betterment of their communities and society. - Poet Gold - BGW

Hudson Valley News Network covered the "Rosa Parks' 2nd Annual Benefit Gala". Watch the video and read the story:
http://hudsonvalleynewsnetwork.com/2015/02/16/celebrating-giving-back/

Celebrating "Giving Back" - Hudson Valley News Network R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc. Celebrated "Giving Back" at the 2nd Annual Rosa Parks Gala

Today February 9th, the office is closed for all after school programs and personnel. Enjoy your snow day.