Teens have tons of fun at the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley! They can hang out with friends in our Teen Lounge or participate in any of these fun activities:
After School Teen Programs
After school teen programs are available weekdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. The Teen Lounge is provided for teens ages 12 and up for homework and social recreation. The Teen Lounge also offers games, T.V., video games, and other fun activities.
Junior Leaders (J.L.) Torch Club
Torch Club offers service and leadership opportunities to teens in their community. Torch Club is designed to assist teens in becoming productive citizens. This small group of teens elects their own officers and plan and manage their own activities. Spend your weekdays after school in a fun volunteer program for middle school students ages 12 - 14! Commit at least 5 hours per week and you'll earn credit for FREE Junior Leader field trips like Magic Mountain and Speed Zone! Click here for more info!
Leaders In Training (L.I.T.) Keystone Club
This volunteer program helps high school students between the ages of 14 to 17 develop job skills that will be useful in any entry-level position and covers everything from creating a resume, filling out an application, to proper work ethics. Requirements include completing at least ten hours of volunteer time a week and participating in a community service project during the year. If you're interested in making a difference in your community while acquiring job skills, turn in an application to the front counter.
Click here for more info!
Leaders in Training also participate in Keystone Club a small-group club that helps members build character and leadership skills. The club is designed to help our teen members become more productive and be examples in leadership. It provides our teen members with the opportunity to contribute something of value to others and to have a voice in how that contribution is made. Service and leadership are the most emphasized responsibilities of being a Keystone Club member.
Career Launch
The Career Launch Job Readiness program is a fun and exciting program that prepares teens 13 to 18 years-old to enter the workforce. Club staff will encourage participants to assess their skills and interests, explore careers, and make sound educational decisions. Participants will also develop essential skills in finding success in the working world through preparing resumes, completing job applications, interview preparation, and interpersonal & communication skills. Join us Mondays from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Space is limited so enroll early! $12 Membership Fee.
Money Matters
Money Matters is a nationally recognized program developed by the Charles Schwab Foundation to empower youth to make sound financial decisions with practical money management techniques taught in a small group environment. Through this program, Club members will build their money management knowledge and learn the skills that lead to financial independence in adulthood.
New! Impulse Middle School Dance
Middle school students from Simi Valley have a place to call their own at IMPULSE! Young teens can come to have fun, meet new friends, or hang out with old friends, safely under the supervision of Club staff and security. The DJ spins the kids favorite dance music, from hip-hop and pop to R&B, and the snack bar is open for hungry teens who want a bite to eat. 6th thru 8th grade only. Please remember to bring your school I.D. Dress code is the same as your school. Friday Night Once a Month from 7:00 - 10:30 p.m. $5.00 admission. Follow IMPULSE on Facebook for news and upcoming Impulse Events!!
|
