Fall Teen Programs

Soar Teen Center Programs

This fall brings new and exciting changes to the SOAR Teen Center.   We will now offer several dynamic programs for middle school youth after school.   We will retain the drop-in option only on Fridays when we will plan Dinner and a Movie for teens.   Check out the after school, and no-school day opportunities for middle school teens contained in this catalog.

SOAR welcomes Anne Heath, our new Teen Program Coordinator.   Anne comes to us with lots of experience and enthusiasm for broadening the variety and quality of the programs we offer.   Leadership development and service for teens is a priority on Anne's agenda.  Please take the time to stop into the teen center and introduce yourself.  Our regular weekday programs kick off on September 8 as follows:

Printable October Calander

Weekdays and Time Program Offerings

Mondays        
3:00 - 5:00     
Homework Club
Rising Stars Club(Leadership Develop.)

Tuesdays       
3:00 - 5:00     
North Star Girls (For Girls Only)

Wednesdays  
3:00 - 5:00     
Homework Club

Thursdays      
3:00 - 5:00   
Venture Heads / Teens in Service

Fridays            
3:00 - 5:00   
Dinner and a Movie - Teen Center Open


Teen Center Snack Bar

The teen center has a full snack bar offering small hot meals such as burritos, pizza, hot pockets, corn dogs, and noodles.  We also sell granola bars, nuts, jerky, candy, soda, juice and other cold drinks.  Popcorn is always free.  The snack bar will be available to those taking part in SOAR programs after school on Monday through Thursday, and open to all on Fridays.


Friday At The Teen Center

Fridays in the teen center will be supervised at all times.  Movies will be age appropriate rated.   A different meal will be planned each week.  Youth will be encouraged to take part in the food preparation.  The center will be drop-in.  Therefore, youth can come and go as they please.  No monitoring will be provided for youth who make the decision to leave the center.  Cost for Dinner and the Movie will be $3.00.


Teens in Service

This fall we continue our Teens in Service program.  Each Thursday we will offer a different service experience for teens after school.  Service might include working at the Sisters Food Bank, washing fire trucks, or volunteering at Chimps, Inc.   There is no charge for Teens in Service.  Teens meet at SOAR at 3:00 p.m.  Questions?  Contact Anne at SOAR 549-2091


Homework Club 

Monday and Wednesday after school.  Homework help available.  Fun activities for when the homework is done.   Registration is required.  Cost:  $25



No School Days At The Teen Center

We have full-day program offerings for the following no-school days this fall:

October 10            Babysitter Training/First Aid/CPR
                              In-Climb Rock Gym/Movie
October 16 & 17    Rising Stars Camp
November 10         Heroes Camp
November 24         Movies, Movies, Movies - All Day in the Teen Center
                               Snack bar will be open.  Free popcorn all day.  No Registration Required
November 25         Rock Band Contest - Prizes for high scores each hour
                              10:00 - 5:00 p.m.   No Registration Required

November 26         Teen Center open for Drop-in  10:00 - 3:00November 27 -  Teen Center Closed
November 28         Teen Center Closed
December 22         Christmas Gift Workshop
December 23         Teen Center Activities-TBA
December 29         Teen Center Activities-TBA
December 30         For Girls Only - Slumber Party


Program Details


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Teen Activity Night at SOAR

November 21 (f)

5:30 - 8:00 Middle School 

8:30 - 11:00  High School 

Don't miss this very special night for all Sisters Teens including the following:

- Skate competition sponsored by Aspect and Pure Skate Shops

- Video game competition sponsored by Game Crazy

- Gymnastic activities sponsored by Acrovision for Middle School

- DJ & Dance for High School

- Pizza sponsored by Martolli's Pizza

- Rock Band

- Prizes

Volunteer chaperones are needed.  Please call Anne at SOAR to Volunteer your time for this very special evening.


Baby Sitter Training/First Aid/CPR

Grades 6-8
Do you have what it takes to be a good babysitter?  This class will prepare you for taking care of the needs of infants and small children as well administering first aid and CPR to children and adults.   Make sure you are prepared to respond in the event of an emergency.  Sign-up early; this class fills quickly.

#Y813.101  October 10 (f)
Registration Deadline:  October 3
Time:  9:00 - 3:30
Cost:  $44.00 ID  $49.00 OD
Location:  SOAR
Presented By:  Red Cross
Minimum:  6   Maximum:  15

-Sack Lunch and drink needed
-Wear comfortable clothing


Rock Gym & a Movie

Grades 6-8
Spend the morning climbing at the indoor rock gym, have lunch, and then spend the rest of the day at the movies.   A full day of activity.

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   October 10 (f)
Registration Deadline October 8 (w)
Time:  9:00 - 5:00
Cost:  $35.00 ID  $40.00 OD
Location:  In Climb Rock Gym & Old Mill
Leader:  Anne Heath
Minimum:  6   Maximum:  10

-Price includes climbing fees, movies and  transportation
-Sack Lunch/drink needed


Rising Stars Club

Grades 6-8
This after school opportunity will lead middle school youth on a path to developing leadership and goal setting skills.  Fun opportunities and activities such as games, field trips, and guests will be incorporated into each week.   Topics such as Developing healthy lifestyles, Attitude is Everything, Dealing with Peer Influences, and Developing a Healthy Image, are  just a few of the topics that will help youth develop self-esteem, and leadership qualities.  Group meets weekly on Monday after school.   

September 15 - December 15 (M)
Ongoing - no registration deadline
Time:  3:00 - 5:00
Cost:  $50.00
Location:  SOAR
Leader:  Anne Heath
Minimum:  6   No Maximum

•    Additional costs may be needed for field trips
•    Ongoing program throughout school year.  Registration needed for each season.


Rising Stars Camp

Grades 6-8
Do you have what it takes to be a star?  Do you have special gifts, but are not sure how to share them?  This 2 day mini-camp is an extension of our "Rising Stars" leadership development program.  However, you need not be active in the program to attend camp.   Day 1 will be spent making stars out of campers through activities, games, etc. which allow them to discover their leadership potential using their special gifts.  Day 2 will be spent reaching for the stars as we travel to a planetarium.   Along the way we will revisit the themes from Day 1.

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  October 16 & 17 (th & F)            Registration Deadline:  October 13 (m)
Time: 9:00-5:00 on Th and 9:00-6:00 on F
Cost:  $55.00 ID  $65.00 OD
Location:  SOAR
Leader:  Anne Heath
Minimum:  8    Maximum:  12

-Sack lunches will be needed both days
-Campers should come dressed for the weather
-Rising Stars Camp is a different program than the weekly program and requires a separate registration


Teens in Service

Alternating Thursdays on November 6 & 20.  Service experience for teens in grades 6-12.  No charge.  Registration is required.  We will no longer allow teens to drop-in and call their parents asking to participate on that day.   We must have them registered in advance in order to transport them to service locations.  


Heroes Camp

Grades 6-8
Who's your hero?   Our country is full of heroes who make a difference in the lives of the people around them every day.   Do you have what it takes to be someone else's hero?   This one day camp will explore the vision of "heroes" in our lives.  Camp will include fun activities, physical challenges and time spent with real life heroes.

#Y813.104  November 10 (m)
Registration Deadline:  November 7 (f)
Time:  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cost:  $35.00 ID $40.00 OD
Location:  SOAR
Leader:  Anne Heath

-Activity location to be announced
-Price includes lunch


Movies, Movies, Movies

Grades 6-8
Veg out and spend the day watching movies at the teen center.   All the free popcorn you can eat.  Snacks available for purchase at snackbar.  Movies begin at 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  

No registration required
Dates:  November 24 & December 29
Time:  11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost:  $2.00
Location:  SOAR
Leader:  Anne heath


Christmas Gift Workshop

Grades 6-8
Spend the day making great gifts for your friends and family.  Several different projects will be offered for teens to create that special holiday gift.

#Y813.105  December 22 (m)
Registration Deadline:  December 10 (f)
Time:  10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost:  $15.00 ID $20.00 OD
Location:  SOAR
Leader:  Anne Heath

-Sack lunch needed if staying through noon hour
-Price includes 3 projects, additional project can be done for $5.00 each


North Star Girls Group - For Girls Only

Grades 6-8
Middle School girls face a unique set of challenges in our world.  Having the skills to meet those challenges makes all the difference.  This special "girls only" club meets once a week after school.   Fun activities, field trips, and guest speakers will incorporate such topics as peer pressure, handling rumors, self-esteem, body image, and media influence.  Lots of fun "girl stuff" such as finger nails, hair, music and clothing styles will be explored.  Don't miss this powerful and fun experience for middle school girls.

Our High School Leadership team is working hard to prepare this very special group for girls in grades 6-8.   Kick off will be on Tuesday, November 4 at 3:30 in the SOAR Teen Center.   Registration is required for this 10 week session.   Cost is $25.00. Contact Anne at 549-2091 with questions.

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Time:    3:00 - 5:00        
Cost:  $25.00 ID  $35.00 OD
Location:  SOAR
Leader:  Anne Heath
Ongoing - no registration deadline

"I learned I'm my own person, and I don't have to do things I don't like to make someone else happy. I don't have to change me to be liked." 
Whitney, age 13

"I learned that it is okay to say what is on your mind. I had a lot of fun. Thanks for helping me understand who I am."
Natasha, age 12

- Additional costs for field trips may be required
- Ongoing through school year- New sign up required each season



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