Prepared, Trained, and Ready: Meet our Team Powering Summer at BGCMB

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Baltimore, we know that great summers start with great staff. As over 600 youth across Baltimore, Howard County and the Eastern Shore step into one of our Clubs this summer, they’ll be welcomed by paid, professional team members who are passionate about youth, rigorously trained, and fully prepared to deliver a safe, enriching, and unforgettable experience. 

Before the first camper arrives for our 6-week camp, staff across our Clubs participated in a multi-day Summer Camp 2025 training series. These sessions reflect our deep commitment to safety, equity, and excellence. Held at our Boys & Girls Club at Leonards Lane in Cambridge, the all-staff training on June 24 brought together our Youth Development Professionals (YDPs) from across the state to reinforce our shared mission: to inspire and enable all young people—especially those who need us most—to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. 

Our summer team includes over 70 paid youth development staff, each trained in behavioral management, violence prevention, and safety best practices while following all Maryland State regulations. From running hands-on workshops to coaching sports or facilitating teen leadership challenges, our summer staff are trained professionals dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for every child. 

This year’s all-staff summer training included dynamic breakout sessions centered on core program areas including Academic Success, Character & Leadership, Health & Wellness, High-Yield Activities, The Arts, and Culinary Arts. Club staff took the lead to design and facilitate engaging enrichment experiences that allowed colleagues to learn from one another, share best practices, and leave inspired. These sessions ensure staff are equipped to educate, mentor, and inspire. The day also celebrated the spirit of community that defines Boys & Girls Clubs. Staff enjoyed lunch, participated in raffles and games, and competed for prizes. The day was wrapped with a high-energy (and competitive!) 3v3 basketball tournament as a perfect reminder of the camaraderie and teamwork our staff bring to the Clubs each day.  

Safety is our top priority—and that includes emotional safety. We invest in our people because families trust us with what matters most: their children. This isn’t summer childcare, it’s a movement. And our trained, mission-driven team members are leading it. 

The Countdown Is Over and Summer Starts NOW

With training complete, enrichment plans finalized, and Club spaces prepped, our teams are ready and excited to welcome youth back for the best summer yet. Beginning this Monday, doors will open to our Clubs, where laughter, learning, and leadership will fill every corner. 

From the very first handshake at check-in to the final high-five at pickup, our staff are prepared to create a summer filled with belonging, discovery, and joy. This is what we’ve trained for. And this is what great summers are made of. 

Want to learn more about how you can support our summer camp programming? Read more about our Summer Camp and how you can make a difference here. 

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