The View Teen Center eNewsletter

March 2023


March Activity Calendar

Come hang out with us!


Drop-in Hours:

Monday-Friday, 3:15-7 p.m.

Saturday, 1-6 p.m.

Get a FREE Membership here!

Friday, March 3

6:30-9 p.m.

The View Teen Center


Club 263 is back for another takeover of The View Teen Center on Friday, March 3. Stay after hours for an event with a DJ, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Photo Booth, Pizza, Ice Cream, and more.

Tickets:

$3/advance online

$5 cash at the door


Open to 6th-12th graders. School or Teen Center I.D. is required at entry. This event will be held indoors and outdoors.

Purchase a ticket here.

Join us for Info Night on the Youth Advisory Committee and Teen Summer Volunteer Programs!


Monday, March 6

6-7 p.m.

The View Teen Center


Teens and their guardians can speak with staff about both programs' application processes, requirements, and experiences.


The Youth Advisory Committee portion will be held 6-6:30 p.m. and Teen Summer Volunteer Programs will be covered 6:30-7 p.m.


Saturday, March 25

9:30 a.m. to 12

The View Teen Center


Career Panel with Local Professionals

Job and Volunteer Fair

Giveaways, Prizes, Food, and more!


Find Your Fit: Teen Center Career Day is a wonderful opportunity to gain perspective about different industry careers and network with professionals regarding potential jobs and internships.

Sign up for the event here.


Saturday, March 18

6:30-9:30 p.m.

Whisman Sports Center

Sign up your team here!

Put together a squad (up to 4 players) and compete in this fun & friendly 3-on-3 tournament during Teen Open Gym. Each team is guaranteed at least two games. Stay til the end for your chance to win a Stephen Curry Golden State Warriors Jersey!


6th-8th and 9th-12th grade divisions

Trophies ~ Prizes ~ Refreshments

UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

Please note the date, time, and location of each program. To register, visit MountainView.gov/ActiveNet.

Adulting 101 Workshop: Interview Skills

Thursday, March 16, 6-7 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


This workshop will teach teens how to respond to common interview questions, build impromptu speaking abilities, and get insight into the key to a good elevator pitch. This workshop will help participants get ready for the job fairs taking place at MVHS, LAHS and The View Teen Center in following weeks.

Sign up here!

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Friday, March 17, Drop-In 3:15-7 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


Join us for all things green & rainbow! Enjoy treats, crafts, games, and more. At 4:30 p.m., test your luck and participate in a Gold Hunt around the center to win candy and Viewbucks! No registration is necessary.

Bike To Boba

Friday, March 24, 4-6 p.m.


Staff will lead teens on a bike ride to enjoy their choice of Boba from Verde Tea Café! Meet at the start time at The View Teen Center with your bike and a helmet. Limited space available.

Sign up to Bike to Boba here!

COLLEGE & CAREER CORNER

Please note the date, time, and location of each program. To register, visit MountainView.gov/ActiveNet.

Teen Summer Volunteer Program


Join Junior Leaders, Junior Lifeguards, or Deer Hollow Farm Interns! The Teen Summer Volunteer Programs are fun, dynamic, and skill-building programs that combine advanced training with a service opportunity.


Open to teens ages 13-17.


Applications are due by Friday, April 28, 2023 at 5 p.m.

Apply here!

College Tours


College tour trips have been an integral part of our College and Career Development program for years! These trips give teens the opportunity to visit college campuses and attend a special outing to enjoy the day.


Saturday, March 11, 2023: Sonoma State University

Special Outing: San Francisco Bay Cruise


Saturday, April 15, 2023: University of California, Davis

Sign up here!

Teen Resume Workshop

Wednesday, March 8, 4-6 p.m.

Mountain View Public Library - Teen Zone


Working on your resume? Drop by the Teen Zone and our librarians will be there to provide feedback and suggestions. Or if you're struggling with where to start, we're happy to give you some pointers. No registration is required.

More information here.

Teen Job and Volunteer Fairs


Learn about 20+ job and volunteer opportunities in your community, interact face-to-face with hiring managers and supervisors, complete job and volunteer applications on-site, and gain experience practicing your elevator speech.


The fair is held outside during lunch. No registration is required.

Los Altos High School

Wednesday, March 22, 2023


Mountain View High School

Thursday, March 30, 2023

SCHOOL-YEAR PROGRAMS

Please note the date, time, and location of each program. To register, visit MountainView.gov/ActiveNet.

Canopy Tree Workshops


Tree Walk - Tree Biology

Thursday, March 23, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


Tree Walk - Mental Wellness

Thursday, April 6, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


Trees n' Food!

Thursday, April 27, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue

Register for workshops here.

Teen Art Club

Tuesdays, March 21-May 16, 4-6 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


Projects include Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Digital Arts, Fabric & Fashion Arts, and more.

Sign up for the spring session!

Teen Cooking Classes

Wednesdays, March 29-May 3, 4:30-5:45 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


Learn cooking and knife skills while making a new tasty recipe each week.

Sign up for the spring session!

Free Tutoring!

Monday-Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.

The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue


Provided by Unidos Tutoring Club.

Email us for more details.

Teen Open Gym

Saturdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Whisman Sports Center - 1500 W Middlefield Road


Play basketball, volleyball, and soccer!

YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE

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, March 6, 4:30 p.m. at The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue
  • Monday, March 20, 4:30 p.m. at The View Teen Center - 263 Escuela Avenue

Submit a nomination for the Teen-Friendly Business Award!


From March 1-31, youth have the opportunity to nominate businesses that are “teen friendly” and maintain a positive and welcoming environment for teens. The top 10 nominated businesses will be listed on a second survey, held in April to determine the 2022-2023 Teen Friendly Business Awards Recipients.

Submit a nomimation here!

Make a direct impact on your community!



Apply to be a part of the 2023-2024 Youth Advisory Committee. You'll advise City Council and Staff on teen issues, represent your fellow teens and put your ideas into action.

Apply here!

Applications are due by Friday, March 31, 2023 at 5 p.m.

Save the date for Teen Week 2023: May 1-6, 2023!


Teen Week is a city-wide celebration of teen creativity, intelligence, activism, and mental wellness. Look out for the lineup of programs & events coming soon!


Art Showcase ~ Enrichment Classes ~ Teen Open Mic Night ~ Open Gym Hoopla

The View Teen Center

263 Escuela Avenue

Mountain View, CA 94040


TheViewTeenCenter@MountainView.gov

650-903-6333

MountainView.gov/Teens



Drop-in Hours:

Monday-Friday, 3:15-7 p.m.

Saturday, 1-6 p.m.



A FREE facility for all Mountain View and Los Altos 6th - 12th grade students.

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