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Saturday, September 28
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mountain View Community Center
This FREE event is open to 9th-12th grade teens.
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The Teen Wellness Retreat, planned by teens for teens, is an action-packed event aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being among teens in our community. You’ll learn valuable skills and engage in meaningful discussions about personal growth and self-care. Think of it as a day to reboot — thoughtful conversations, delicious food and snacks, and activities and workshops designed to de-stress, refresh, and build confidence. |
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Registration ends at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25.
No day-of registrations will be accepted. |
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Thank you, Youth Advisory Committee!
The 4th annual Teen Wellness Retreat is set to be an even more impactful event this year thanks to the invaluable contributions of the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). These young leaders have played a pivotal role in shaping the retreat, ensuring it directly addresses the needs and interests of their peers.
The YAC has taken an active role in every stage of the planning process. Their fresh perspectives and lived experiences have been instrumental in creating a retreat that is both relevant and engaging. Additionally, the YAC has actively assisted staff in reaching out to local organizations, securing essential resources and support for the retreat. A highlight of this year's retreat will be the two workshops led entirely by YAC members. These young leaders have carefully crafted sessions designed to empower and inspire their peers!
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9 - 9:30 a.m.
Check-In and Welcome Activities
9:30 - 9:45 a.m.
Welcome and Mindfulness
9:45 - 10:30 a.m.
Keynote Speaker
10:45 - 11:30 a.m.
Workshop Session 1
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Workshop Session 2
12:30 - 1:20 p.m.
Lunch, Resource Fair, and Therapy Animals
1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
Workshop Session 3
2:15 - 2:30 p.m.
Raffles, Swag Bags, Ice Cream Stand, and Cold Plunge Tub
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 What kind of workshops are offered?
You get to choose your own adventure during three different workshop sessions! Workshops are interactive, educational, and fun and run for 45 minutes each. Workshops include Mental Wellness Skills, Leadership, Meditation, Vision Boards for a Happier You, Self-Care through Watercolor, Building Healthy Relationships to Social Media, Harm Reduction 101, Self-Defense Skills and more.
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Who is the Keynote Speaker and what will they talk about?
This year's Keynote Speaker is Daniel Byun, FLEX College Prep's CEO. This session will equip teens with essential life skills for thriving in school, career, and personal life. Teens will discover practical strategies to cultivate compassion, curiosity, gratitude, grit, a growth mindset, perspective-taking, and purpose, and leave the workshop empowered to navigate challenges, build strong relationships, and achieve their full potential!
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I attended last year. What's new?
We're always improving the event! There is a whole new lineup of workshops from different community partners. Look out for exciting opening activities, like Mindful LEGO® Minifigure Building, and new swag bags filled with mental health giveaways, goodies, stickers, healthy snacks, and more.
In addition, take a dip in the Cold Plunge Tub towards the end of the event to boost your energy level and improve your mood!
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Is it really FREE?
Yes! The event is free and all-inclusive. You'll be served lunch from Erik's Deli Cafe, have the chance to win awesome raffle prizes, enjoy ice cream or a popsicle, and we'll even send you home with a swag bag full of goodies! Healthy snacks and drinks will also be offered free of charge throughout the day.
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Our most sincere THANK YOU to all of the speakers, organizations and businesses who generously donated their time, talents, and resources to the event.
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