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Parks and Recreation Department Teen Programs are up and running.  Teens, take the opportunity to have some fun in SLO!  Get out of the classroom, grab your friends, and let’s roll.
                                                                     

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Calling All Middle School Students!

SCHOOL YEAR 2007-08 ACTIVITIES

Program X

Program X is an amazing after-school program offered until 5:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday at Laguna Middle School.  Participants enjoy activities in a relaxed environment.  Participants must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian to attend.  This is a great place to hang out after school!

 

 

 

 

 

When: Monday through Friday -5:30PM
Where: 
G-5
Fee: FREE!
Requirement: This program is open to all students in 7th and 8th grades.  All participants must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian to attend.  

Teen Hang Out


Excitement and energy is the name of the game!  TEEN HANG OUT offers all 7th and 8th graders a safe place to have fun in a well-supervised environment.  The remaining dances for the school year are January 18, 2008; February 15, 2008; April 4, 2008; and May 16, 2008. Dances are on Fridays and take place from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.  TEEN HANG OUT is located at 1445 Santa Rosa Street at Mitchell Park.  Admission is $3.00 with an ASB card and $4.00 without an ASB card.


Requirements:
 All participants must have a waiver on file or in hand, signed by a parent/guardian and a photo I.D.  A waiver can be picked up at the Parks and Recreation
Department or at Laguna Middle School. The waiver is also available online as a PDF file.

 

 

 

 ***Be sure to check out Teen Sports, Junior Giants and Teen Idol** 

 

Attention All High School Students!

The Parks and Recreation Department has some activities just for you!

SCHOOL YEAR 2007-08 ACTIVITIES

Quest (formerly City Corps) at the Ludwick Community Center

Take on the challenge and participate in this amazing five-day training session focusing on teens 13-16 years old.  Teens will increase knowledge of job ethics and responsibility and are given the opportunity to gain valuable work experience.  Quest is based on the principle of "Teens Engaged Achieve Milestones" or T.E.A.M.  During the week, Quest teens participate in team building and cooperative goals.  Activities include participation in a ropes course challenge, guided adventures in downtown San Luis Obispo and other interactive games and sessions.  Summer volunteer hours are included as one component of the challenge.  Program dates and times: June 16-19, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Teen Dayz at Meadow Park

Students entering seventh through tenth grades are invited to join in on a variety of activities offered on a drop-in basis during Teen Dayz at Meadow Park.  Participants will have access to sports equipment, special events, arts and more.  Concessions are available for a nominal fee.  Registration form required; sign-in and sigh-out required.  This program is supervised by Parks and Recreation Teen Program staff.  Program dates and times are July 7 - August 22, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

Dive in Summer Pool Party at the SLO Swim Center in Sinsheimer Park

Mark the calendar, gather friends and enjoy the summer at this summer bash with a splash.  Waivers signed by parents are required for all participants.  The event will be supervised by Teen Program staff, as well as SLO Swim Center lifeguards.  Program date and time: August 8, 8 p.m.-10:30 p.m. (for teens ages 12-15)

Teen Idol 2008

A night of entertainment and excitement, San Luis Obispo Teen Idol gives future stars seeking to showcase talents a chance to experience live performance. This amazing opportunity allows teens (11-18) to enhance musical and dramatic skills in a venue that supports the participant.  The 5th annual Teen Idol 2008 performance is on June 20.  Performers are encouraged to call Joey Chavez at (805) 781-7441 for more information.

Sign up at the Parks and Recreation Department Administrative Offices, 1341 Nipomo Street or call (805) 781-7300 to inquire for more details.  All participants of Teen Idol receive gifts and prizes from businesses supporting the talents of local youths. 

Teen Idol 2008 Packet
Teen Idol 2008 Application
Teen Idol 2008 Waiver

SLO Skate Park

"Come get radical at the SLO Skate Park." - J.B.

SLO Skate Park

The SLO Skate Park (located at Santa Rosa Park) presents skaters the opportunity to master skills, learn and work on new tricks, and have fun hanging out with peers.  The Skatelite Pro Park enables skaters to have a faster, smoother ride; blending the right elements of speed, friction, durability and pliability in a supreme riding surface. 

 

SLO Skate ParkHours (weather permitting): September - May
Tuesday - Friday: 3-7 p.m.
Saturday: 12-7 p.m.

June - August
Tuesday - Friday: 1 -7 p.m.
Saturday: 12-7 p.m.

Closed Sundays, Mondays and all Legal Holidays

Helmets are required.  The cost is $2.00 per person.  A signed waiver/release must be completed or on file prior to skating.  Waivers are available at the SLO Skate Park or at the Parks and Recreation Department Offices or online.

For more information on the Skate Park contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 781-7300.

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For more information on Teen Programs, call (805)781-7282 or (805)781-7441 or stop by the Parks and Recreation Department at 1341 Nipomo Street in San Luis Obispo. Any further questions can be emailed to Sheridan Bohlken, Recreation Coordinator.

Seeking Teen Program Volunteers!

The Parks and Recreation Department is always seeking volunteers for programs and events, including coaches, leaders, referees, instructors, planners, organizers, supervisors, and much more.  If interested, fill out the Volunteer Opportunities Application or call (805) 781-7300 for a rewarding experience working with Teens.

Annually, volunteers are honored at a dinner recognizing achievements.  A volunteer of the year is chosen along with awards for volunteers who have reached certain pinnacles in volunteer efforts with the City. 

 

 

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