Teens After School Program
Our Teen program provides young adults with the opportunity to become their best selves, in a comfortable, judgment free environment. From sports to the arts and volunteerism to academic pursuits, teens have access to resources that help them create meaningful experiences, giving them tools to prepare for successful futures in higher education and/or the workforce.
Family Week at the William N. Pennington Teen Center
Join us for Family Week at our Carson City Clubhouse to celebrate togetherness and create lasting memories with your family!
Monday, November 18th: Polaroid Photos & Cookies
Tuesday, November 19th: Family Game Night
Wednesday, November 20th: Community Resource Night
Thursday, November 21st: Multicultural Friendsgiving
All events are free to attend for our Club families.
Questions? Please contact Mastor Bellamy, Teen Services Director, mastorb@bgcwn.org.
Room to Grow & Thrive
At the Teen Center, they can learn valuable, real-life skills to help them as they grow up and go to college or enter the workforce. We’re on a mission to connect our members to college and career resources, such as scholarships, mentorship, and job networking.
Here are some programs that the Teens participate in: Culinary, Work-Force Readiness, Athletics, Photography, Fashion, Agriculture, Art, VR Technology and Music
Club Membership & Program Fees
Your teen can hang out with friends, keep up their studies, connect with caring mentors, and embrace their curiosity during our Teen After School Program. Plus, you’ll have the peace of mind that they’re in a safe, supportive environment. Here are more details about obtaining a membership:
- For members ages 13-18.
- The annual membership fee is $30 per member.
- The weekly After School Program fee is $20 per member for 7th & 8th graders. No weekly fee applies for 9th-12th grade members.
- Fees are not prorated.
- Weekly spots are first come, first serve.
- Payment of the weekly fee is required to reserve a member’s spot.
Locations
William N. Pennington Teen Center
1870 Russell Way, Carson City, NV 89706
Hours of Operations: 2 PM - 6 PM
Wray Family Teen Center
990 Ironwood Drive, Minden, NV 89423
Hours of Operations: 2 PM - 6 PM
Want to get involved? Email our Teen Services Director, Mastor Bellamy, at mastorb@bgcwn.org.
A Place for Everyone
Every child deserves a safe place and open-minded community to build their self-confidence and explore new interests. Each day, the Club empowers youth to play, to learn, and to thrive through a wide range of activities.
The Arts
These programs are carefully crafted to cultivate our member’s creativity and provide them with a positive outlet to express themselves. Through a variety of enriching activities, Teens can explore various artistic mediums and discover their unique talents. Some of the activities include painting, photography, culinary arts, pottery, and music.
Health & Life Skills
In these programs, kids learn more about how to take care of themselves. Curriculum is carefully crafted to help members adopt a healthy diet, make smart lifestyle choices, set personal goals, and grow into successful, self-sufficient adults.
Education & Career Development
Teens are given invaluable opportunities to better understand their interests, desired work environment and natural abilities in order to choose a potential education and/or career path for their future. This occurs through presentations and field trips of local workplaces, as well as our exciting, new VR technology by Tranfr. Transfr’s hands-on simulation training provides an immersive learning environment that gives members real-world experience in the skills they need for well-paying jobs.
Character & Leadership Growth
These programs are designed to help our members cultivate essential virtues such as integrity, empathy, honesty, perseverance, respect, and responsibility. Members are equipped with skills such as fostering effective communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork. Teens are encouraged to embrace challenges, take on responsibilities, and serve as positive role models for their peers--ultimately empowering them to make a positive impact on their lives and the lives of others.
Sports, Fitness, & Recreation
These programs promote active lifestyles, healthy competition, and an understanding of teamwork and cooperation. They will develop physical fitness, reduce stress, gain an appreciation for their peers and the environment, and promote a positive use of their leisure time (let’s cut back on screen time!). Through practice and guidance, members learn to embrace the values of fair play, exhibit good manners, and exemplify positive behavior both on and off the field.