TEEN CENTER E-NEWSLETTER - October 2022
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The Teen Wellness Retreat is an action-packed event featuring guest speakers, workshops, self-care activities, resources, and more, with a focus on healthy habits, creative expression, and identity and acceptance.
Saturday, November 12
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Mountain View Community Center
Open to Mountain View and Los Altos 8th - 12th grade students.
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GUEST SPEAKERS
WORKSHOPS
SELF-CARE ACTIVITIES
LUNCH & ICE CREAM TRUCK
GIVEAWAYS & RESOURCES
THERAPY DOGS
& MORE!
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Make 30 visits* to The View Teen Center now through December 10 and receive an invite to the December MVP event with bowling, arcade games, and pizza!
Pick up your Most Valuable Participant card at the front desk during drop-in hours. *Receive double stamps for all educational, career, and wellness workshops and events you attend! See staff for details.*
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Fall back in time and join us for an exciting two-night Movies Series in the Park! Movies begin at 7 p.m. or dark. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the show.
BACK TO THE FUTURE
Friday, October 7
Eagle Park - 650 Franklin Street
HOCUS POCUS
Friday, October 21
Cuesta Park - 615 Cuesta Drive
These movies may not be suitable for young children.
Questions? Contact the Recreation Division at 650-903-6331.
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Costume Creation Workshops
October 6, 8, 12, 27 & 29
during drop-in hours
Make your own costume for Halloween! You will have access to free materials - fabric, paint, foam, hot glue, cardboard, and use of sewing and Cricut machines.
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Scooby Doo Clue Board Game Night
October 20
during drop-in hours
Play with friends and staff as your favorite Scooby-Doo character and solve the mystery! Yummy treats and Scooby-Doo episodes, too!
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Pumpkin Carving &
Movie Night
October 28
4-6 p.m.
Join new friends for a evening of pumpkin carving, spooky treats, and a showing of Disney's Haunted Mansion. Costumes encouraged! All supplies provided.
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Saturday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The View Teen Center
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Preparing for College Seminar
Attend this seminar to learn more about what it took for the class of 2022 to achieve their college dreams and how their experience may impact future applicant pools. With the admissions numbers now in for all of the UCs and private colleges, get the most up-to-date information on trends and changes. BONUS: Learn about changes to the SAT and college testing policies.
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13
Thursday
6-7 p.m.
The View Teen Center
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Adulting 101: Safe Driving
This workshop engages and educates teens to make good decisions behind the wheel. Instructors will share real stories that connect with teens, empowering them with evidence-based strategies to keep themselves and others safe. Taught by Impact Teen Drivers.
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15
Saturday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The View Teen Center
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College Prep: An Overview of the Common Application
Are you thinking about applying to a private or out-of-state university? In 2021, over one million students used the Common Application to apply to colleges. The Common App is an undergraduate college application that students may use to apply to more than 950 different colleges and universities.
Join this workshop to learn more about the Common App and how your student can rise to the top of the application pool.
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22
Saturday
Time TBA
Tour leaves from The View Teen Center
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College Tour: UC Berkeley
Teens will visit the University of California, Berkeley campus to learn about academic opportunities, ask faculty questions, and get a look into on-campus life. After the tour, the group will attend the Football Game vs. the University of Washington (time TBA). This trip includes transportation, lunch, a ticket to the football game, and a UC Berkeley t-shirt.
College Tours are FREE to Mountain View and Los Altos teens in 11th & 12th grade. Register early - a limited number of seats are available. You may also register in person at The View Teen Center.
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TEEN CHAT
Cool conversations & new friends!
Mondays, 4-4:30 p.m.
at The View Teen Center
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YOUTH CONNECT
Tuesdays, 4:30-6 p.m.
at The View Teen Center
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ART CLASSES
Tuesdays, 4-6 p.m.
at The View Teen Center
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D&D CLUB
Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
at The View Teen Center
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JUNIOR CHEF STARS
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:45 p.m.
at The View Teen Center
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TEEN OPEN GYM
Every Saturday
6:30-9:30 p.m.
at Whisman Sports Center
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Youth Advisory Committee Updates
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The City of Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is comprised of middle school and high school students that represent Mountain View teens in local government.
Join a meeting and let your voice be heard! Find meeting agendas, minutes, and video recordings here.
Upcoming meetings:
- Monday, October 3, 5 p.m. on Zoom
- Monday, October 17, 5 p.m. on Zoom
What YAC is currently working on:
- 2022 Teen Wellness Retreat Event
- Collaborating with Los Altos Youth Commission
- 2023 Teen Week Events
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College & Career Development
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FREE TUTORING
Monday - Thursday
4-6 p.m.
in the Study Room
Online tutoring available by request.
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COLLEGE PREP
WORKSHOPS
Preparing for College Seminar
Saturday, October 1
College Prep: Common Application
Saturday, October 15
Led by FLEX College Prep.
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COLLEGE TOURS
UC Berkeley
Saturday, October 22
Includes Football Game!
UC Santa Cruz
Saturday, November 19
Includes Santa Cruz Boardwalk!
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Need Community Service Hours? Volunteer with us!
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Earn 5 community service hours while learning leadership skills, building confidence, and connecting with the community!
The Recreation Division is looking for teen & adult volunteers to lead activities at the annual Monster Bash event. The time commitment is 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 29. Lunch is included.
Interested? Please email TheViewTeenCenter@MountainView.gov.
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Come hang out with us!
School-Year Hours:
Monday-Friday, 3:15-7 p.m.
Saturday, 1-6 p.m.
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The View Teen Center
263 Escuela Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94040
650-903-6333
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