TRANSFORMATION CELEBRATION
July 24 - August 14, 2026
Transformation Celebration is a culminating set of events, or Project-Based Learning Experiences, in which 14-15-year-olds demonstrate what they have learned and their leadership skills as a finale to a 6-week Outdoor Leadership Academy - Summer Youth Employment Program.
Celebrating Youth-Led Education, Play, Exploration, & Community Engagement
Garden Events
Participate in youth-led environmental health workshops at CS' gardens at Jefferson and Washington Houses.
Photo Expo
View these exhibitions featuring youth photography, and learn about the environmental health issues important to participants.
JungleGym
Get outdoors and active on East Harlem streets with youth-led obstacle courses, games, arts & crafts, and more.
1st Annual Pedal Pusher Pursuit
This is a timed bike race; each rider will be clocked at both the start and the finish. After racers finish, join us at Thomas Jefferson Park at the race start for a Healthy Living Fair. Featuring community tabling, arts and crafts, yard games, and more!