Social-emotional learning (SEL) gets a lot of focus in our programs—but just exactly what are the benefits of it and how long do these benefits stick around for? Fortunately, SEL is evidence-based and has been proven to have long-term effects decades down the road in a child’s development, making SEL programs a valuable investment for the future and development of our youth and children.

Beat The Streets Toronto is in full accordance with the Children’s Health Coalition Statement. Our mission is to advance the education of low-income children and youth by providing fun and unique development activities that build social-emotional, physical literacy, and employability skills. Thus, we are deeply disappointed by Doug Ford’s decision as it will further widen the gap for low-income youth and children.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is mentioned a lot around here at Beat The Streets. What exactly does it mean, and why is it central to our programs?

My first blog post is about the great things BTST has done for me in my life. Take a look at the positive impact it has done on me and how I aspire to continue working and growing with them. Arely Torales, here once again ready to learn, explore, and grow and an individual with BTST.

A new member at BTST

Kill Machine Dave makes his return

Beat The Streets is a charity that I wish I had access to as a young kid.

BTS Is now hiring for its summer jobs program! Positions start May 17 and the deadline for applying is May 12, 2021.

The World Economic Forum released the top 10 skills for 2025, and you might be surprised to find out most of them are “soft skills”.

In September 2020, Jumpstart launched their $8 million Sport Relief Fund, a fund dedicated to helping sport and recreation organizations continue to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic.

BTS provides Social-emotional learning opportunities throughout all of its programs. Read more to find out why it is important to the positive development of children and youth.

Wrestle 4 Fun has begun! A big thank you to Ontario Trillium Foundation and to all the children and schools participating. Learn more about how it’s going and our dream team :)

BTS is grateful to One Team Health for their generous donation which will support employability skill development over the summer.

Coach Neal Ewers talks to Toronto Police Services about his journey and Beat the Streets on episode 3 of the Project #engaged416 Podcast.

See what students are saying about our Level Up Program!

Can you handle this boxing workout with Coach Tyson & Neal?

BTS begins it’s first Level Up class this week with Fletchers Meadow Secondary School.

In our final workshop for You Grow Girl (November 26 @ 4:00 pm), we will look at self-leadership, as well as tools and strategies to encourage confidence and resilience.

Globe & Mail opinion peice discussing how kids are falling behind in school due to the pandemic and potential solutions like social-emotional learning.