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Tolleson Teen Center
Mission Statement: The City of Tolleson Parks & Recreation Teen Center is committed to the development of programming that promotes a positive recreational environment for young people within the city. The Teen Center looks to provide an environment where all participants regardless of sex, race, religion, and economic status feel safe and understood.
Philosophy: The Teen Center provides a safe and supervised facility for young people to engage in educational programs and leisure activities which encourage the growth of positive self-esteem. Youth who attend are able to freely express their opinions without fear of judgement, and are encouraged to participate in the development of programming. The participants’ ages range from 12 to 18 years.
The Teen Center allows young people to drop in and participate in a variety of supervised activities. Participants are able to come and go to this program freely, and are unsupervised once they leave the program. The Teen Center will offer a wide range of activities including: sports, billiards, video games, movie nights, chat time, and guest presentations on current issues. We will offer internet access, homework assistance, peer mentoring, and educational workshops that will encourage making healthy life choices. The Teen Center will connect youth with the local community, encouraging volunteerism to make a difference. The Teen Center prides itself on being a smoke, drug and alcohol-free venue for young people to interact in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Benefits
- Young people taking advantage of the drop-in program will enjoy:
- increased physical fitness levels
- increased employment opportunities by learning résumé writing and interview skills
- getting involved in the community, thereby fostering and promoting civic engagement
- spending time with other youth in a non-judgmental environment where they feel safe
- developing leadership skills
- developing budgeting and fundraising skills through special event planning
- having their achievements recognized and celebrated
- having access to service agencies and referral services to which they may otherwise not have access
Hours: Monday to Friday, 2pm-7pm (vary during school breaks) | Contact Ruben Aguilera for questions at ruben.aguilera@tolleson.az.gov
Groups/Clubs offered by the City of Tolleson
Teen Council
The Teen Council meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 4 p.m. at the Tolleson Parks and Recreation Center. Dates and times may vary.
Tolleson Parks and Recreation Department
9251 W. Washington St.
Tolleson, AZ 85353
623-474-4992.
Teen Fire and Police Explorers
The Tolleson Teen Explorers meet at the Tolleson Police Department.
Tolleson Police Department
8350 W. Van Buren St.
Tolleson 85353
623-936-7186.
Tolleson JAG Works
JAG’s mission is to help young people stay in school and to acquire the academic, personal, leadership and vocational skills they will need to be successful upon graduation. *This program is offered through JAG, this is not a City ran program.
Sonia Cortina
Program Manager
COT JAG Works
Sonia.cortina@jagaz.org
480-329-6891
Local schools and organizations that offer sports and recreation for youth
Tolleson Elementary School District
9261 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
Website: https://www.tollesonschools.com
Phone: 623-936-9740
Tolleson Union High School District
9801 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
Website: https://www.tuhsd.org/
Phone: 623-478-4000
Fax: 623-936-5048
Tolleson Union High School Campus
9419 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
Website: https://tuhs.tuhsd.org/
Phone: 623-478-4200
Fax: 623-478-4226
West End Little League
West End Little League (WELL) provides the opportunity for your young player to learn the basic fundamentals of Baseball and Softball while also gaining valuable life lessons that can only be learned through playing sports. Tee-Ball, Baseball & Softball League for children 4-16.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057679500847
Phone: 623-313-2600
*THIS IS NOT A CITY RAN PROGRAM*
Desert Devils
A football & cheer organization supporting children K thru 8th grade! The Desert Devils are a competitive tackle football and cheer organization with high level coaches. We train children on football & cheer fundamental to high level skills, terminology, techniques, and working as a team! Through sports, we teach children the pay off of dedication, practice, team work, conditioning, and most important promote high education, strong will to over come obstacles and to be good citizens in the community. Come join our family!
Website:https://www.instagram.com/desertdevils_footballandcheer
Phone: 602-561-0714
Email:Desertdevils22@gmail.com
*THIS IS NOT A CITY RAN PROGRAM*