Youth Programs
Investing in Our Youth
At the Rotary Club of Dexter, we believe young people are the future of our community. Through mentorship, leadership development, scholarships, and hands-on service opportunities, we help students build confidence, develop new skills, and make a positive difference.
Our youth programs connect students with Rotarians and community partners who encourage them to explore their potential, serve others, and become tomorrow's leaders.
Explore our youth programs and see how we're helping the next generation succeed.
Dexter Interact Club
Young Leaders Making a Difference
The Dexter Interact Club is part of Rotary International's youth service program, which encourages young people to develop leadership skills, build friendships, and make a positive difference through community service.
Interact gives students opportunities to work together, participate in meaningful service projects, and discover the importance of helping others.
Through service, leadership, and teamwork, Interact encourages young people to become active, caring members of their communities.
STRIVE — Helping Students Succeed
Students Taking a Renewed Interest in the Value of Education
STRIVE is a Rotary mentoring program that helps students build confidence, develop life skills, and prepare for their futures.
The Rotary Club of Dexter partners with Dexter High School's Alternative Education program to provide students with encouragement, mentorship, and educational support.
Through personal guidance, life skills coaching, and scholarship opportunities, Rotarians help students recognize their potential and work toward achieving their goals.
Our goal is simple: encourage students, celebrate their progress, and help them succeed.
RYLA — Developing Tomorrow's Leaders
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
RYLA is a Rotary International leadership development program that helps young people discover their potential, strengthen their leadership abilities, and build lasting friendships.
Through interactive activities, teamwork, and leadership experiences, participants develop valuable skills in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
The Rotary Club of Dexter supports opportunities for young people to participate in RYLA, encouraging them to grow as leaders and make a positive difference in their schools and communities.
RYLA inspires young people to lead with confidence, integrity, and a commitment to service.
Supporting the Dexter Dreadbots
Encouraging Innovation, Teamwork, and STEM Education
The Rotary Club of Dexter proudly supports the Dexter High School Dreadbots robotics team.
Through robotics, students gain hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) while developing important skills in teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, and leadership.
By supporting the Dreadbots, our club helps encourage the next generation of innovators and community leaders.
Scholarships & Educational Support
Investing in Students and Their Futures
The Rotary Club of Dexter believes education opens doors to opportunity. Through scholarships, mentoring, and community partnerships, our club helps local students pursue their educational and career goals.
Our support includes recognizing student achievements, encouraging academic and personal growth, and providing financial assistance through scholarship opportunities.
We are proud to invest in the next generation and help young people build a foundation for future success.
Supporting students today helps build a stronger community tomorrow.