News from the Nest
Welcome back, Breana!
The Nest hasn’t been the same without you. We’ve missed your energy, your compassion, and the heart you bring to our students every day.
The Ultimate Derby Day in Surf City!
Join Robyne’s Nest at the 4th Annual Surf City Derby Party on Saturday, May 2, 2026, 1:30–5:30 pm at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
Strikes, Smiles, and Support: Kiwanis Club of Fountain Valley Treats Students to a Night Out
Recently, the Kiwanis Club of Fountain Valley gave Robyne’s Nest students exactly that, a special evening of bowling, pizza, and gift cards that left our teens smiling long after the last pin fell.
Thank You - NCL Newport Chapter
Mental health support can look like many things — a safe place to land, a friendly face, or a small reminder that you’re not alone. Thanks to the generosity of the National Charity League, Newport Chapter
Life Skills - Car Maintenance & Safety
When our students walk into adulthood, they don’t just need diplomas — they need real-world skills that help them stay safe, confident, and independent. That’s exactly what our recent Car Maintenance & Safety Life Skills session was all about.
Thank You - Troop 1292 Valentine’s Care Bags
Valentine’s Day felt extra special this year at Robyne’s Nest, thanks to an incredible act of kindness from Jennifer Soldan and Girl Scout Troop 1292.
Real Love Respects: Breaking the Cycle of Dating Violence
This February, during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we are focusing on a cycle that often stays hidden in the shadows: dating abuse. The statistics are a sobering reminder of why our work is so critical. 1 in 3 teens in the U.S. will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from a dating partner before they become adults.
New Nests, Happy Students: A Huge Shout-Out to Our Moving Heroes!
This past week, our Student Care Team was incredibly busy moving several students into their new "nests," a process that, as anyone who has moved knows, can be quite challenging!
Dinner for a Cause - Chipotle
Looking for an easy (and delicious) way to support at-risk and homeless youth in our community? Skip the cooking on Saturday, February 21st, and join us for a fundraiser at Chipotle!
She Bought a Car! Self-Sufficiency in Action
A recent milestone at Robyne’s Nest highlights what is possible when student determination meets community support. One of our students recently bought her first car after months of saving and planning. She did not have to navigate the process on her own.
Life Skills - Character Does Matter
Character isn’t a buzzword for our students, it’s a skill they’re building. This Life Skills session with the Travis Manion Foundation’s Character Does Matter program helped students name their strengths and see how character shapes their future.
Life Skills - Vision Boards
On a recent January evening, the tables at Robyne’s Nest were covered in magazines, glue sticks, and colorful cut-outs. Students leaned over their projects, carefully arranging images of books, beaches, kitchens, far‑off cities, and bold words like hope and new year.