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Youth Programs
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ARCHERY Age: 12 to 17 years Location: AFLC
Join us for an hour of fun and excitement and try a great new activity. Participants will get to learn and practice basic archery skills and techniques with their friends in an enjoyable and safe environment.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Tue Jan 19 5:30pm – 6:30pm $60.00/8 20299
INTRO TO BADMINTON Age: 12 to 15 years Location: AFLC
Here’s your chance to test your skills and learn new ones. Start each class learning and practicing a new skill or technique, then finish off having a blast as you face off against your fellow participants. On the final day, come out for a fun round robin tournament.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Wed Jan 20 6:30pm – 7:30pm $45.00/6 20345
AGE REQUIREMENTS For Youth programs, participants must be the minimum age by the last day of the program.
For more information on Youth programs and COVID-19 related guidelines for a safe return to play for all, please visit www.aurora.ca/youth
KIDS GREAT MINDS – INTRO TO JAVA PROGRAMMING FOR BEGINNERS Age: 11 to 14 years Location: Online
This course will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. Participants will be introduced to the fundamental principles of object-oriented programming. They will create 3D games and animations using a drag and drop interface which will help eliminate the frustration of syntax which will help the transition into text based coding in Java. Required: a computer (Mac or PC), microphone and speakers. An email will be sent with a link to join, as well as software instructions. *No class on: Feb 14
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Sun Jan 10 9:30am – 11:00am $270.00/8 20347*
KIDS GREAT MINDS – CODE WITH RUBY: INTRO TO SYNTAX PROGRAMMING Age: 12 to 15 years Location: Online
This course will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. Through programming their versions of Agar.io, Snake, Asteroids and more, participants will build foundational knowledge for written programming languages. Ruby has very easy syntax (text based), reads as English and is a good introduction for new programmers or those who want to transition from drag and drop coding. Required: a computer (Mac or PC), microphone and speakers. An email will be sent with a link to join, as well as software instructions. *No class on: Feb 14
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Sun Jan 10 11:00am – 12:30pm $270.00/8 20348*
YOUTH PROGRAMS
BUILD YOUR
LEADERSHIP TOOLKIT!
We want to help you be the best you can be. Join us to learn important life skills, from learning independence with our Stay Safe program, to how to work with and coach children in the Babysitter’s Training and Leaders in Play programs. Take charge and D.I.Y. your Leadership Toolkit!
JOB PREP 101 Age: 14 to 17 years Location: AFLC
Looking for a job or struggling to get an interview? This one-day program will teach you how to fill out a job application, build your resume, learn important interview skills and find out how to impress a prospective employer.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Sat Feb 6 12:00pm – 1:30pm $20.00/2 20346
RED CROSS – BABYSITTER’S TRAINING Age: 11 to 17 years Location: AFLC
Participate in fun activities and gain hands-on practice in this Red Cross course. Participants learn how to provide care to children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also offers youth the skills to promote themselves as babysitters to prospective families. *No class on: Mar 20
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Mon Feb 1 9:00am – 4:00pm $55.00/1 20349
Sat Feb 20 12:00pm – 1:30pm $55.00/5 20350*
Wed Mar 17 9:00am – 4:00pm $55.00/1 20351
RED CROSS – STAY SAFE! Age: 9 to 13 years Location: AFLC
This Red Cross program offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their communities.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Fri Jan 15 9:00am – 4:00pm $45.00/1 20352
Sat Jan 23 12:00pm – 1:30pm $45.00/4 20353
LEADERS IN PLAY Age: 14 to 17 years Location: AFLC
This two-day leadership crash course mixes the fundamentals of physical literacy with basic leadership skills. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary in order to volunteer in our seasonal recreation programs for the next session. Our engaging and experienced instructor will walk participants through coaching basics, exciting leadership exercises and provide an introduction to physical literacy. This stimulating new leadership program will provide teens with an Thu Mar 18 9:00am – 4:00pm $45.00/1 20354
opportunity to stock their ever-growing toolkit. Successful completion of this two-day course will result in placement as a volunteer in a Spring 2021 recreation program. Note: Placements must occur in the seasonal programs that take place directly after the training course. Participants must complete a SelfDeclaration for working with Vulnerable Persons form prior to beginning their placement.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
M/T Dec 28/29 9:00am – 4:00pm $70.00/2 18575
M/T Mar 15/16 9:00am – 4:00pm $70.00/2 20355
LOFT AMBASSADOR
• For teens ages 12 to 17 •
Do you like hanging out at The Loft? Do you want to earn community service hours and to gain leadership experience? Sign up to be a Loft volunteer!
Visit aurora.ca/youthvolunteering or email youth@aurora.ca for updates and program details
VIRTUAL LOFT POP UPS
TUNE IN TO TRY SOME OF OUR FREE POP UP ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS AGES 12 TO 17!
Upcoming activities can include arts and crafts, DIYs, fitness and more! No skill required!
Follow @AuroraTeens on IG for Pop Up schedules, program info and video tutorials.
OPENING JANUARY 2021 MONDAY • 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY • 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. SATURDAY • 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
TEEN LOUNGE
Visit aurora.ca/TheLoft for up-to-date hours of operation. Please note, pre-registration may be required.
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Community Recognition Awards
Youth Volunteer Award Open to teens ages 19 and under
The Town of Aurora recognizes and honours volunteers who help create a community where individuals, groups and businesses actively support the Town’s development and enhance the overall community. As part of the annual Community Recognition Awards, the Youth Volunteer Award is presented to a citizen up to the age of 19, who through their volunteer efforts, has made a significant contribution to the community and has demonstrated their commitment to being a positive leader today and in the future.
For more information, including award criteria, application forms, and deadlines, please visit aurora.ca/cra.
THE TOWN OF AURORA IS PROUD TO SUPPORT POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Positive Youth Development (PYD) is the process of preparing young people to participate in the opportunities of adolescence and adulthood through a coordinated and progressive series of activities and experiences that help them become socially, morally, emotionally, physically and cognitively competent. The Town of Aurora strives to incorporate positive youth development in all programs and services for youth.
The 5 W’s Resiliency The 5 C’s Be a Champion
Information adapted from Positive Youth Development Workshop: From Paper to Practice © by Parks and Recreation Ontario. For more information, visit aurora.ca/youth or contact youth@aurora.ca
APPLY TODAY FOR THE John West Memorial ‘Leaders of Tomorrow’ Scholarship Award
