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e-newsletter: helping LGBTQQ Youth thrive
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Just a reminder Out to Eat is over a month away- coming up on October 10, 2014- and tickets are currently at their lowest price: $150 for Individuals and $1500 for a Table of Ten. This price will only last until September 19th before it increases, so purchase your tickets today! Not able to make it? Purchase a ticket for a youth to attend Out to Eat.
Ticket Pricing Schedule
September 20th to October 4th: $175 for Individuals and $1750 for a Table of Ten
October 5th-October 10th: $200 for Individuals and $2000 for a Table of Ten
Individual Tickets for Teachers: $75 
See you there!
Anthony Ross
Director, Outlet Program
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LGBT Youth Find More Online Harassment,
and More Help, Than Peers
Source: The Advocate.com|By Mitch Kellaway
In a recent study released by the
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network, nearly three times the amount of LGBT youth respondents - and particularly those in rural areas - reported bullying and harassment online, as compared to their non-LGBT peers (42 percent of LGBT youth versus 15 percent of straight, cisgender youth). In addition, LGBT youth were twice as likely to report being harassed via text message. Billed as the first study to deeply explore the Internet experiences of LGBT youth, Out Online: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Youth on the Internet drew on a national survey of 5,680 students in middle and high school.
Read the entire post on our blog
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LGBTQ Reducing Disparities Project is hosting a Community Forum on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at 6 pm. Location: EMQ Families First Jerry Doyle Campus Eastfield, Ming Quong 251 Llewellyn Ave, Campbell, CA 95008. This evening will focus on how to change the experience of LGBTQ people in Santa Clara County and include a presentation, discussion, light dinner and networking. For more information contact: Nicole Scanlan [email protected] or 916.538.7714.
You're Invited! Book Signing Event for "Beyond Texting: The Fine Art of Face-to-Face Communication for Teenagers" on Thursday, September 18, 2014 from 6-7:30 pm at ACS Board of Director Member, Naomi Fine's home in Palo Alto. Join bestselling author, Debra Fine, for a presentation, discussion, and book signing, along with wine and light treats. Guests must RSVP at [email protected] or through the Facebook event page here.
Get Your Tickets! Out to Eat is Friday, October 10, 2014 from
6-10 pm at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. This annual event raises funds to support the Outlet Program and their work with LGBTQQ youth. We hope to see you there! Ticket prices increase after September 19th. To purchase tickets visit www.outtoeat.org
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Adolescent Counseling Services and Outlet have a new website. After a lot of hard work, we are proud to reveal our updated online presence. If you have a minute, visit www.acs-teens.org or projectoutlet.org and check it out. Share your feedback with Aarika Riddle, Advancement and Marketing Director, by email [email protected].
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ACS awarded Charity Navigator 4 Star Rating for 2nd Consecutive Year. 
Charity Navigator, America's largest and most utilized independent evaluator of charities awarded Adolescent Counseling Services a coveted 4-Star Rating for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. Click on the Charity Navigator icon to find out what makes ACS such a fiscally sound charity or learn more about it at acs-teens.org/news-and-events.
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Like ACS on Facebook! ACS is trying get 1,000 "Likes" on Facebook by June 30, 2015 and we need your help! It's as simple as going to www.facebook.com/acsteens and clicking the Like button. Your "Like" will ensure that ACS and the Outlet Program reach more LGBTQQ teens and families in our community.
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Breakfast with ACS: Adolescent Substance Abuse Workshops
Wednesday, September 17, 2014 8:30-9:30 am
All parents of pre-teens/teens are invited to join ACS for breakfast, substance abuse education, and an open discussion about substance use with trained substance abuse counselors. Workshops are free! To reserve your spot, please contact: (650) 424-0852 ext. 200 or [email protected]
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Adolescent Counseling Services
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Outlet is a program of
Adolescent Counseling Services | 1717 Embarcadero Rd, Ste 4000 | Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-0852 | www.acs-teens.org
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