McKinleyville
Teen Center
Our Mission
We empower youth to reach their full potential as responsible, caring and productive citizens through professionally led programs and activities that are fun, positive and relevant in a safe, supportive and healthy environment.
Location
1705 Gwin Road, McKinleyville, CA 95519
Contact
Unit Director:
Dallas Winfield-Perez
Phone: (707) 840-0304
Email:
dwinfield-perez@bgcredwoods.org
Hours
School Year:
Mon: 2pm – 6pm
Tues – Fri: 3pm – 7pm
Holiday Schedule:
1pm – 6pm
Summer:
Mon-Fri 12pm – 6pm
Join Us
Register now online or stop by the Teen Center or Admin Office at 939 Harris, Eureka
About Us
Each day, McKinleyville Teen Center offers a variety of activities and programs that foster community, diversity, smart decision making, a positive self-esteem and kindness. Safety is our #1 priority. We strive to be relevant and inclusive. We work to provide opportunities for youth to grow and succeed. We offer help with school work and encourage youth to value their education. We create fun opportunities for youth to relax and let go, and empower them to reach their fullest potential.
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
For Kids and Teens of All Ages and Interests.
Explore innovative programs designed to empower youth to excel in school, become good citizens and lead healthy, productive lives.
The programs listed below are offered at McKinleyville Teen Center.
Power Hour
Members receive help with homework, school projects, job applications and resumes.
Cook Masters
Members learn skills in the kitchen and how to create affordable, healthy dishes.
Gardening
Members learn to care for, de-weed, and grow their own gardens.
Photo Club
Members learn basic photography and editing skills as well as travel to scenic locations to take photos.
Girls Group
A health and wellbeing education that increases self-esteem and smart decision making.
Guys Group
A health and wellbeing education that increases self-esteem and smart decision making.
Safe Zone
A safe space for LGBTQ+ members and allies to gather and discuss their lives and learn how to navigate society.
Triple Play
Designed to incorporate healthy habits, emphasizing good nutrition, physical activity, and improving overall well-being.
Youth for Unity
A program that provides the groundwork for youth to better understand diversity and combat the injustices of prejudice and discrimination.
SMART Moves
A critical-thinking and decision making program designed to address bullying, drugs, sexual harassment and more.
DND
Members play Dungeons and Dragons together.
Free Time
Members engage in numerous activities that allow for fun and relaxation.
Art Unlimited
Projects like drawing, painting, print-making and crafting. This club meets every 1st Tuesday of the month.
Cycling Club
Our Cycling Club bikes the various trails in McKinleyville. This club meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month.
The McKinleyville Teen Center focuses on three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. We also provide our members the opportunity to engage in programs that will enable them to develop positive self images and reach their full potential.
Calendar
Winter Brochure
Youth of the Month
January
Landon has been putting in a lot of effort to push himself past his own limitations when it comes to reading, especially through games he enjoys like Magic the Gathering and Dungeons and Dragons, which both involve a lot of reading. He’s been intentionally challenging himself to build his reading fluency so he can enjoy these games even more. With encouragement from staff and his community, Landon has been facing these challenges head-on and showing real courage along the way. Awesome work, Landon!
February
When Cypress first started coming to the Club, he mainly kept to himself, only speaking to his aide, if at all. After a few months, he started attending our video game club, where other members began teaching him how to play the games they regularly play. Now, after a full year, Cypress goes out of his way to talk to staff and his face lights up whenever anybody starts a conversation with him. He recently started attending Passport to Manhood, and has helped bake cookies. Other members have described Cypress as “the sweetest person at McKinleyville Teen Center” and when you talk to him, it’s easy to see why.
March
Corbin has been a member of the McKinleyville Teen Center since 2022, and has attended nearly every program and club at least once. In Passport to Manhood, he consistently influences and convinces his friends to join as well. He is a very participative member and leader, making sure that the friends he brings to the programs are focused and respectful to staff and his peers. He’s always the first to remind his peers to say thank you to Jerry during trivia and our staff when they serve food. Overall, Corbin is a great representation of what our Club stands for and he has personally helped break down communication barriers between staff and members.
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Contact Us
939 Harris St, Eureka, CA 95503
707-441-1030
707-441-1830
office@bgcredwoods.org