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See links provided for updated details and dates for events listed. MILITARY YOUTH ONLY

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2019 June 10-14, 2019 – Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good Contact Pat Treacy 719-524-2458 or [email protected]

EAGLE LAKE DAY CAMPS June 24-28, 2019 Registration begins May 1, 2019 Contact [email protected] for registration information

CYS YOUTH CENTER SUMMER OPEN RECREATION Free program provided for youth in grades 6-12, offered Monday-Thursday 1300-2000 and Saturday 1300-2200. Youth have the opportunity to participate in engaging clubs that range from fitness, cake decorating, technology, shooting sports, and more! This summer the calendar is packed with dances, competitions, and parties. Register your youth now so they won’t miss out this summer! For more information please contact the CYS Youth Center BLDG 5950 (719 )526-2680

CYS SCHOOL AGE CARE SUMMER CAMP Available for children in grades 1-5, open M-F 0545-1800. An outstanding summer camp program packed with specialty camps, field trips, and special events. Every week your child can chose from a strong line up of camp options: Painting, dance, slime, computer coding, jewelry making, Lego derby and many more. Fees are based on total family income. To save your space, visit www.MCC.com or contact CYS Parent Central Services (719)526-1101 for more information.

2019 OPERATION PURPLE CAMP https://www.militaryfamily.org/programs/operation-purple/operation-purple-camp/rye-co/ YMCA Camp Jackson is located on 320 acres in the San Isabel National Forest of beautiful and diverse terrain that include rock outcroppings, mountain meadows and waterfalls, We are an all-inclusive camp that has welcomed campers from and beyond since 1916. We provide campers the opportunity to learn independence and build resilience in a safe and fun environment. We encourage persistence, creativity and community in every activity and enable campers to approach their world more confidently. The highlight of the week is Wednesday night “Packout”. Every cabin packs up their gear and heads out into the woods where they will spends one night cooking over a campfire and sleeping under the stars. Learning new skills is one way that campers at YMCA Camp Jackson will grow in confidence and character. You choose a Skills Block from Survival Skills, Horsemanship, Marksmanship or Mountain Sports. Camp is a place where creativity is a way of life and where a camper can fit in. To learn more about themselves, we encourage campers to explore and play. You choose a Creative Block from The Arts, Group Games, Science & Ecology or Pioneers. Teen campers have a separate track that they participate in teen-only activities like high ropes course, rafting and teen village campfires. When? 06/23/19 – 06/28/19 What ages? 7-17 years old Need more information about this location? Douglas Lauritzen - [email protected] - 719-543-5151 ext. 301

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LuAnn Lauritzen - [email protected] - 719-924-2276

ROCKY MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE CAMP Military teens 14 – 18 years old and ready for high adventure should join us at Rocky Mountain Adventure Camp at Colorado State University’s Mountain Campus – Pingree Park, nestled in the Rocky Mountains at 9,000 feet. The cost is only $35 for registration and transportation is provided from Ft. Collins, Buckley AFB and USAFA for Colorado youth! For out of state youth, up to 40 travel scholarships of up to $300 are awarded and a bus will pick them up at Denver International Airport. Registration is on a first come first served basis – each camp is limited to 50 youth. You can also check the website at https://ag.purdue.edu/extensi…/adventurecamps/…/default.aspx We offer world class hiking to surrounding peaks including a B-17 Air Force crash site from 1946, ropes course and white water rafting. Combine this with our Strength-based Leadership Training and you will have the best camp ever for Military Teens! The counselors are fabulous, facilities incredible, and the food is great. Meet other military teens from across the nation. Registration opens May 4th (0800 MST) at: https://campsself.active.com/RockyMountainAdventureCampColo… Space is limited, so register now! [email protected] Camp 1: June 17 – 20 Camp 2: June 24 – 27 Camp 3: July 8 – 11 Camp 4: July 15 – 18

AMERICAN WANDERER SUMMER CAMP American Wanderer Summer Camp offers 2-week sessions exploring America’s National Parks in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming for kids ages 11 to 17. Children of active duty, Reserve, National Guard, retired and former service members are all eligible to apply for their scholarship. http://www.americanwanderer.com/

CAMP CORRAL @ CAMP SHADY BROOK https://campcorral.org/camp-experience/camp-locations/ For children of Wounded Ill and Injured. Located in Deckers, CO July 28 – August 2. To effect positive change in our community by creating opportunities in the outdoors for personal growth, leadership development and the building of relationships through exceptional camping experiences.

ASYMCA SUMMER YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS https://www.ppymca.org/programs/youth/youth/youth-sports/summer-sports-camps

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SUMMER LEARNING & ENRICHMENT

DISTRICT 8 SUMMER LEARNING INSTITUTE

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DISTRICT 20 SUMMER SCHOOL AND ENRICHMENT: https://summerschool.asd20.org/Pages/default.aspx

UCCS CAMPUS TOURS: www.uccs.edu/military/fortcarson/military-affiliated-campus-tours

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IGOVERN WEST https://hsldaaction.org/GenJ/programs/igovern-leadership-camps/igovern-west Generation Joshua’s iGovern West camp is unlike any other camp you’ll hear about this summer. For a whole week, students step into a simulation and take on the roles of United States legislators and officials to learn about government structure, political parties, presidential elections, international relations, and leadership in real time. The fast-paced world of politics is brought to life before their eyes. They can spend the week as a member of the House or Senate, a journalist, a member of the executive branch, or even a presidential candidate in our election! They will be responsible to govern the nation wisely with other GenJ campers, make decisions, and live with the rewards—or consequences. It is not all work, though. There is rock climbing, rappelling, hiking, volleyball, Bear Trap’s rescue course, and more! CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: The dates for iGovern West 2019 are July 28—August 3. The regular cost for camp is $745, but we are offering an exclusive $100 discount to readers of Colorado Springs Moms Blog! Just enter the code: COSMOMS during registration and the discount will automatically be applied. Camp registration includes all meals, lodging, simulation materials, recreation activities, and our mid-week field trip. iGovern West is hosted high above Colorado Springs at Bear Trap Ranch (a stunning camp facility located in the mountains behind the Broadmoor).

SPECIAL NEEDS

COLORADO LIONS CAMP: http://coloradolionscamp.org/

ADAM'S CAMP This camp located in Granby provides mountain-based therapy and adventure camps for children and young adults with disabilities and developmental delays as well as activities and guidance for their parents and siblings. https://adamscampcolorado.org/

ROUNDUP RIVER RANCH Roundup River Ranch in Gypsum provides dedicated programs from June to October for various medical situations, including but not limited to asthma, neurologic disorders, heart disease, cancer, sickle cell disease, liver disease, and kidney disease. With a top-notch on-site medical team and days chock-full of outdoor fun, parents can rest assured the r kids are both having fun and in good hands. https://www.roundupriverranch.org/

CHELEY CAMPS For over 30 years, Cheley Colorado Camps and Children’s Hospital have worked together to create a camp that hosts pediatric burn survivors from around the world. For eight days, kids will build friendships, explore the beauty of Estes Park, and gain confidence that will continue as they grow up. http://www.cheley.com/ Summer - 970.586.4244

CAMP COMFORT Hosted by Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice, Camp Comfort provides grief counseling to bereaved children ages 6-12. Their Georgetown location offers a weekend stay with meals, workshops,

Page | 8 and various activities to help kids through the grieving process. Camp Comfort is staffed with trained mental health and grief counselors who are dedicated to helping your child understand their situation. http://www.mtevans.org/camp- comfort/?utm_content=Camp%20Comfort&utm_campaign=8%20Colorado%20Camps%20for%20Childr en%20with%20Special%20Needs%20%26%20Conditions&utm_source=ocn_story&utm_medium=websit e

ASPEN CAMP OF THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING This camp accommodates kids who are deaf or hard of hearing to offer summer and winter outdoor programs at their Snowmass location. The skilled staff members provide instruction and guidance using American Sign Language and each day is packed with fun and bonding activities your son or daughter will revel in. https://aspencamp.org/?utm_content=Aspen%20Camp%20of%20the%20Deaf%20and%20Hard%20of% 20Hearing&utm_campaign=8%20Colorado%20Camps%20for%20Children%20with%20Special%20Needs %20%26%20Conditions&utm_source=ocn_story&utm_medium=website

ASCENDIGO AUTISM SERVICES Designed for kids anywhere on the Autism spectrum ages seven and up, Ascendigo provides summertime programs involving mountains, lakes, ranches, and rivers in their Roaring Fork Valley location as well as ski and snowboard lessons in Aspen during the winter. Campers are supported by trained staff to help guide them through these experiences and to help them gain valuable life skills and experiences. https://ascendigo.org/?utm_content=Ascendigo%C2%A0Autism%20Services&utm_campaign=8%20Colo rado%20Camps%20for%20Children%20with%20Special%20Needs%20%26%20Conditions&utm_source= ocn_story&utm_medium=website

SPORTS/OUTDOOR RECREATION

AIR FORCE SPORTS CAMPS https://campscui.active.com/orgs/AirForceAthletics#/selectSessions/2524301 Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs - With 20+ sports to choose from, AFA Sports Camps is the ultimate sports camp experience! We offer unparalleled facilities in a beautiful setting. We also offer a nice selection of Specialty and Elite Camps, so be sure to visit our website and register today!

CHALLENGER SPORTS https://challenger.configio.com/search?m=0&zip=80913&zipdis=30&cid=750 Challenger International Soccer Camps The all new Challenger International Soccer Camp will offer programs for each age/ability level. The TinyTykes program will provide 3-5 year olds with fundamental soccer activities, games, and stories, designed to develop technical skills along with physical and social development. The Half Day Camp for 6-16 year olds is our most popular program and will provide 3 hours of skill development each day. Campers will also receive a free coaching app allowing them to continue their skill development at home with camp skills homework and on-going virtual training throughout their season

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COLORADO COLLEGE SPORTS CAMPS https://cctigers.com/sports/2011/4/8/Athletics_0408114734.aspx offers a variety of sport camps for all skill levels, for both boys and girls. Choose from basketball, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse and hockey. Camps are designed to improve skill level, enhance player development and build confidence in your ability. Click on the link to learn more about the Colorado College sports camps.

PIKES PEAK ATHLETICS https://pikespeakathletics.com/swim-camps/ Athletics offers swim camps geared toward achieving comfort and safety in and around the water. These camps take place during the work week Monday-Friday and are offered to all levels of swimmers, starting at age 4. Each day, campers will engage in lessons focused on learning and repeating skills in the water as well as basic water safety. Campers will also enjoy interactive deck games and free swim with their new friends as we know that social skills and comfort in and around the water are important to develop too! All swimmers that register two weeks prior to the camp will receive a t-shirt at the beginning of the week. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: Full-day camp 8:30am-4:00pm | Half-day camp 8:30am-12:30pm – Full-day camp offers snack and lunch | Half-day camp offers morning snack Pikes Peak Athletics Training Center: full day and half day camps are offered 602 Elkton Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (central) #1: June 17 – June 21, 2019 #2: July 8 – 12, 2019 #3: July 29 – August 2, 2019 $445 full-day | $255 half-day The Country Club of Colorado: half-day camps are offered 125 East Clubhouse Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (south) #1: June 10 – 14, 2019 #2: July 22 – July 26, 2019 $280 non-member | $255 country club member The Club at Flying Horse: half-day camps are offered 1880 Weiskopf Point Colorado Springs, CO 80921 (north) #1: June 24 – June 28, 2019 #2: July 15 – July 19, 2019 $280 non-member | $255 country club member

D1 TRAINING https://d1training.com/coloradosprings/events Summer is the perfect time for your kids to dedicate to becoming a better athlete. D1 Training offers half & full day camps for ages 7-13 for Soccer, Football, Baseball & Softball. Your athletes will hone their skills while training with professional athletes. Registration for Spring Break Camps is available now and Summer Camp registration is coming very soon.

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CC VOLLEYBALL http://abcsportscamps.com/ccvolleyball/ The Colorado College Volleyball Camps are designed to improve skill level, enhance player development, and build confidence in their ability. We offer a variety of camps for all skill levels – beginners to those off to play in College. The CC volleyball program is one of the best DIII programs in the Nation. The accolades the team earned in 2018 season included: Overall 32-3 record, SCAC Regular Season and Conference Champions, Ranked 9th in the Nation for NCAA Division III volleyball. For more information on dates and pricing click on the link to our camp website. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: All Skills 1 Little Spikers 1 Position Camp 1 June 3, 4, 5 June 6, 7 June 6, 7 Grades 7-12 Grades 2-6 Grades 7-12 Cost $225 Cost $130 Cost $150 All Skills 2 Little Spikers 2 Position Camp 2 July 22,23,24 July 25, 26 July 25, 26 Grades 7-12 Grades 2-6 Grades 7-12 Cost $225 Cost $130 Cost $150

UCCS RECKIDS https://www.uccs.edu/recwellness/campus-rec/rec-kids/summer-camps https://www.uccs.edu/summercamps/ UCCS RecKids Camp program offers children a variety of activities each day focused on fun and developing relationships as they experience and discover the world around them. Both small and large group activities will allow your child(ren) to learn the importance of valuing diversity, being a team player and leading by example. For Summer 2019 choose from Mountain Lion Camp, Splish ‘N Splash Swim Camp or Outdoor Adventure Camp. Each camp session includes a variety of activities which allows your child(ren) to grow in mind and body. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: Times: Camp: 8:00am-5:00pm // Drop-off: 7:30am-8:00am // Pick-up: 4:30pm-5:15pm Mountain Lion Camp (ages 6-12): June 10-14 June 24-28 $290* Splish ‘N Splash Swim Camp (ages 6-12) July 22-26 $320* Outdoor Adventure Camp (OAC) (ages 8-14) July 15-18 August 12-15 $320* *Discounts available at registration UCCS Campus Recreation is located on the University of Colorado Colorado Springs Campus. UCCS Gallogly Recreation & Wellness Center 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80918

PLAY IT NOW SPORTS: https://www.playitnowsports.com/summer-camps

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PINE CREEK SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS: https://pinecreek.asd20.org/Info/Athletics/2019SummerSportsCamps/Pages/default.aspx

US SPORTS CAMPS SPONSORED BY NIKE: https://www.ussportscamps.com

SWITCHBACKS SOCCER CAMP https://coloradosprings.gov/sports-office/page/sports-camps?mlid=34011 Youth ages 5-18 learn skills, drills, and techniques from the Switchbacks FC professional coaching staff and players! Camp is held at Venezia Park for the first two days, then culminating with a meet and greet with the current roster of the Switchbacks FC. Register @ https://shop.switchbacksfc.com

AVID 4 ADVENTURE https://avid4.com/day-camps/colorado/colorado- springs/?utm_campaign=2019placements&utm_medium=listing&utm_source=cosmomsblog There’s no better place to build confidence through outdoor adventure than the Rocky Mountains with Avid4 Adventure. Our Colorado Springs, Colorado, summer camps use their home at the base of Pikes Peak at to introduce Pre-K – 7th graders of all levels to a host of adventures—climbing, biking, hiking, paddling—in awe-inspiring natural settings they can keep coming back to. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: Weekly camps run from 6/3/2019 – 8/2/2019. Camp Locations: Woodmen Roberts Elementary, 8365 Orchard Path Road, Colorado Springs, 80919 Soaring Hawk Elementary, 4665 Tanglevine Dr, Castle Rock, 80109 Eldorado Elementary School, 1305 W Timbervale Trail, Highlands Ranch, 80129 Hours: 9am – 3pm. Extended Care Available 8am – 5:30pm. Weekly camp price: $399 with multi-session discounts available for up to $50 off / week.

CITYROCK Parents! Don’t miss the opportunity to let your children experience the fun of Indoor Camps at CityROCK. Adventurous campers will learn the basics of rock climbing and explore our unique subterranean artificial cave. Campers stay physically and mentally active, make new friends, boost their confidence, and create lasting memories. Our half day option, either in the morning or the afternoon, is good for younger kids and those who want to experience the numerous activities we have to offer. Our full day camp is perfect for older kids and those who want to expand their climbing skills. For ages 6+. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: Dates: March 25-29, Monday to Friday Full Day: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Half Day: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Half Day: 12:30 – 3:30 pm Cost: $80/daily for full-day, $59/daily for half-day

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FOUNTAIN FORT CARSON DISTRICT 8 SPORTS CAMPS https://fountainfortcarsonhs.rschoolteams.com/page/3141

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ANIMAL ADVENTURES

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO http://www.cmzoo.org/?s=summer+camp Register Your Wild Ones for The Zoo Summer Camps (Grades Preschool - 12th Grade)Register Your Wild Ones. (Grades Preschool - 12th Grade) A Wild Summer Experience. Zoo offers summer camp adventures that share the wonders of wildlife and wild places in fun and exciting ways. Campers meet animals up-close, explore the outdoors, interact with zookeepers, make treats for the animals, design cool crafts and more! If you are interested in School Break Day Camps, Summer Camp programs run from May - August. Campers should register for the grade they will enter in the fall. If a camp is full, you can call 719-424-7827 to add your camper to the waitlist. Minimum age is 4 years old. 3 Different ways to camp: Full Week Camps - offered June, July and August for Pre-K - 12th graders Single Day Camps - offered May 23-24-25, July 2-3-5-6 and August 13-14-15 for Pre-K - 12th graders Overnight Camp - offered on Thursday night, July 12, during the week of July 9-13 (1st - 6th graders only) A Wild Summer Experience. offers summer camp adventures that share the wonders of wildlife and wild places in fun and exciting ways. Campers meet animals up close, explore the outdoors, interact with zookeepers, make treats for the animals, design cool crafts and more! Summer Camps run May – August

CAMP WHISKERS & WAGS https://www.hsppr.org/springs/camp-whiskers-wags Camp Whiskers & Wags – Where kids and critters become friends! Through fun and educational opportunities, children are encouraged to act with compassion and empathy toward all living things. Camps include age-appropriate and engaging activities, interactive lessons, and daily hands-on visits with animals of all shapes and sizes. Camp Whiskers & Wags is licensed through Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. Camps are offered for children ages 5-13 years. Camp Whiskers & Wags at the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region 610 Abbot Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: Camps run every week from June 3 to August 2. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm daily $85/2-day camp | $180/week-long camp

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ARTS

COLOR ME MINE https://coloradosprings.colormemine.com/ We are a Paint Your Own Pottery Studio in the Chapel Hills Mall. Kids love all of the creative options we offer. From walk in projects to birthday parties, summer workshops and special events, we offer many opportunities for bringing the artist out in everyone!

CSCE YOUTH CULINARY CAMPS Enable and empower youth to appreciate the value of cooking, nutrition, and healthy eating by developing their competence and confidence in the kitchen through hands-on experience, team-work and fun while learning classic French cooking techniques. Colorado Springs Culinary Enthusiasts is located at 6005 Twin Rock Court Colorado Springs, CO 80918. Youth Programs run April through September. Summer Camps are June and July.

MILLIBO ART THEATRE: https://themat.org/summer-camps/ STEM

CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER: https://www.challengercolorado.org/

PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES https://schedule.play-well.org/class/list/county/El%20Paso/county_id/132/type/camp Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat in our LEGO-inspired engineering camps! Campers learn about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math while playing with LEGO materials. Camps include themes such as STEM Explorations, Star Wars, Minecraft, and Harry Potter! Each camp includes over 20,000 LEGO pieces! We have camp locations all summer throughout Colorado for ages 5 – 12. Specific Colorado Springs details below. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm Locations/Dates: The Vanguard School, Corona Campus June 17-21 & July 8-12 The Colorado Springs School June 24-28 & July 15-19 The Club at Flying Horse July 29-Aug 2 Cost: $150-180 for half day camps

CAMP INVENTION Manitou Springs Elementary https://inventnow-web.ungerboeck.com/programsearch/moreinfo.aspx?event=24087 Banning Lewis Ranch https://inventnow-web.ungerboeck.com/programsearch/moreinfo.aspx?event=23647 The Vanguard School

Page | 15 https://inventnow-web.ungerboeck.com/programsearch/moreinfo.aspx?event=24669 Unmask your child's creativity this summer in the all-new Camp Invention program, Supercharged, where children build confidence, learn to collaborate and transform their wild imaginations into epic creations. Campers in grades K-6 will learn creative problem-solving skills while coding and programming futuristic robots, uncovering ancient fossils, designing high-tech superhero gadgets and exploring radio frequencies. Local educators will lead this action-packed program featuring exhilarating, hands-on STEM activities teaching children to question, explore, break through obstacles and embrace failure! Visit www.invent.org/camp or call 800-968-4332 to register. Use promo code INNOVATE25L to save $25 (expires 3/22) or PLAY15LISTING to save $15 (expires 5/10)

FOUNTAIN VALLEY SALVATION ARMY

FOR MORE SUMMER CAMP OPTIONS PLEASE VISIT: https://www.pikespeakkids.com/Summer_Camps.php https://coloradosprings.citymomsblog.com/colorado-springs/guide-to-summer-camps-in-colorado- springs/?fbclid=IwAR3BrAFRfjvfuje4NUPtRF_81I1BGIjHiy65AZDtMX7JiKvVWuO0jhK4mTk

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VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEENS

ACS SUMMER YOUTH VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

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DFMWR-CYS YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS: CYS offers volunteer opportunities to teens who are interested in helping with team sports and athletic activities. For additional information, contact Otis Forrest at (719)526-4425.

RELIGIOUS SUPPORT OFFICE: For volunteer opportunities information, contact Pat Treacy at (719)524- 2458.

GRANT LIBRARY: Accepting youth volunteers to assist with the Summer Reading Program. The Reading Program runs on Thursdays, beginning June 13 through July 11. For more information, contact Maria at (719)526-8141.

AMERICAN RED CROSS OFFICE AT EVANS ARMY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL: All hospital volunteers must register through the American Red Cross at Fort Carson. Volunteers must have an I.D. card, be between the ages of 14-17 years of age, and must be current with immunizations. Volunteer slots for youth are limited. For more information, contact Rena or Clara at (719)526-7144.

ARMY VOLUNTEER CORPS LIST OF COMMUNITY PARTNERS: https://carson.armymwr.com/download_file/view/48145/11642

PPLD (Pikes Peak LIBRARY DISTRICT): https://ppld.org/whats-new/summer-adventure-volunteer- opportunities

TEEN COURT: http://www.springsteencourt.org/index.php/volunteer

COLORADO SPRINGS CONSERVANCY: https://coloradospringsconservatory.org/volunteer/

CPCD (COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT): https://www.cpcdheadstart.org/volunteer-now

MILE HIGH YOUTH CORPS: https://www.milehighyouthcorps.org/get-involved/hire-crew

CASA (COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES): https://www.casappr.org/other-volunteer- opportunities/

CHILDRENS HOSPITAL COLORADO: https://www.childrenscolorado.org/community/donate- volunteer/volunteer/junior-volunteers/

HUMANE SOCIETY: https://www.hsppr.org/springs/become-volunteer

YMCA: https://ppymca.org/programs/youth/teens/volunteer Teens help run Tween Nights. The teens learn honesty, caring, respect and responsibility while working side by side with staff members to assure that the Tween Nights are always safe and fun. Teens have the opportunity to gain volunteer hours along with trainings that help develop lifelong skills. It also helps them gain an understanding of basic skills needed for those first job opportunities down the road.

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All volunteers must first apply for the position of being a volunteer by filling out a Teen Volunteer Application, which can be obtained at our Welcome Center. An interview will be set up and your teen will need to provide 3 references.

UNITED WAY: https://www.ppunitedway.org/i-can-volunteer/

PENROSE-ST. FRANCIS: https://www.centura.org/locations/penrose-st-francis-health- services/volunteer-opportunities#teen-volunteer-program

CARE AND SHARE: https://careandshare.org/get-involved/volunteer/

UCHEALTH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL – COLORADO SPRINGS: https://www.uchealth.org/give-to- uchealth/volunteer/

TEEN COLLEGE SUMMER CAMP: PPCC TEEN COLLEGE https://www.ppcc.edu/workforce-development/teen-college Teens have hands-on fun while exploring real careers like robotics, cooking and cyber games for soon to be 7th – 9th graders. Create, explore and build with camps like: All Baking No Faking, Cyber Warrior, DIY Robots, gaming courses from Black Rocket such as Battle Royale: Make Your First Fortnite Style Video game, Virtual Reality: The Future is Now, Python Programmers, and more. Early bird (10%, 31/-4/15), multiple class (20%) discounts, and scholarships available. CAMP DATES | HOURS | COST: 6 weeks starting June 10 through July 22, excluding 7/1 week Centennial Campus @ PPCC, 5675 S. Academy Blvd. Camp Hours: 8 am – noon (half day) 8 am – 5 pm (full day) Camp Cost: $175/week Half day $275/week Full day

CITY OF FOUNTAIN MUNICIPAL TRANSIT: Offering FREE bus passes to teens, age 18 and under. Teens need to bring their student ID to Fountain City Hall, located at 116 S. Main Street, any time after the last day of school to receive bus pass. Route information below and can also be found at:

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Employers ready to hire youth/young adults:

Company Name Hiring Age

AAFES-Exchange 16+

Abraxas, A GEO Group 21+

Ace Hardware 18+

Allied Universal Security Services 18+

Aramark Pikes Peak 17+

Bailey’s Moving & Storage 18+

Bal Seal Engineering 18+

Big Air Jumpers 16+

CaptionCall 18+

Charter Communications – Spectrum 18+

Cheyenne Mountain Resort 16+

Children’s Hospital Colorado 18+

City of Colorado Springs 16+

Colorado Commercial Roofing 18+

Colorado Industrial Recycling 18+

Colorado Springs Electrical JATC 18+

Discover Goodwill of Southern & Western Colorado 16+

Express Employment Professionals South 18+

Ginny Hofmeyer Cleaning 16+

Glen Eyrie Castle and Conference Center 16+

Goodspeed Lawn & Design 16+

Great Wolf Lodge 16+

Human Touch 18+

Ibex 17+

Infinity F and B Staffing 17+

Infinity F and B Staffing 17+

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Integrated Lawn & Tree Care 18+

Jim’s Landscape Services 18+

Job Store Staffing 16+

Kona Ice 18+

Lowes HIW 18+

Luce Research 16+

Mile High Youth Corps 18+

PCAPP 18+

Peak Vista Community Health Center 18+

PeopleReady 18+

PlayDate Behavioral Interventions 18+

Primerica Financial 18+

Santas Workshop 16+

Service Source 18+

Spherion Staffing 18+

Staff Management 18+

Stresscon 18+

Tek Experts 18+

The Broadmoor 16+

The Club at Flying Horse 16+

United States Air Force Academy 16+

US Census 18+

US Navy 17+

Wendy’s of Colorado Springs 16+

YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region 16+

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