Teenagers
What's there to do in this town? How
do Milpitas and other Silicon Valley cities treat their teenagers?
Commentary
Teenage
Wasteland
Most of the attention given to teenagers in Santa Clara County
comes in the form of restrictions driven by law enforcement,
instead of what kids really need. Can society ever learn to love
its teens? By Traci Hukill.
Civic Groups
FLY - Fresh Lifelines
for Youth
Since 1998, FLY, a nonprofit organization designed by troubled
teens themselves, has been providing programs for more than 1,000
at-risk and disadvantaged youth, their parents and guardians,
and community members. 568 Valley Way.
Public Allies
Public Allies identifies talented young adults from diverse backgrounds
and advances their leadership through full-time, paid apprenticeships
in nonprofit organizations, weekly leadership trainings and team
service projects. Contact Dana, 514 Valley Way, 586-7633.
Sunnyhills
Youth Association
The Sunnyhills Youth Action team now boast over 60 members.
Youth
Advisory Commission
Established to advise the Council on matters pertaining to youth
and teens in Milpitas. Commissioners must be in grades 7 through
12 and live in Milpitas. Members and alternates are appointed
to one-year terms.
Employment
Tips for job-seeking teens
Many teens are working in unsafe conditions without the proper
training or supervision. Too many are injured or killed on the
job because they were performing tasks prohibited by federal
or state labor laws.
Grovejob
If you're looking for part time jobs in Milpitas, California
or even student jobs and jobs for teens in Milpitas, California,
you've come to the right place!
High Schools
Calaveras
Hills High School
Our mini-high school serves 220 9-12 students. 1331 East Calaveras
Blvd., 408-945-2398.
Milpitas High
School
Milpitas High School has a web site to keep teens and their parents
abreast with events and activities at the school.
News
The Union ~ Student Voice of Milpitas High School
Online version of the Milpitas High School Newspaper. [Link on the high school site is incorrect. This link is up to date with stories from 2012.
Of Interest
Drivers Ed A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
For teens and others new to driving in California here are links
for driving schools, driving test practice sites and safety tips.
Homework Help A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Schools and local businesses help you bring home those good grades.
Explorations 4 Kids helps you learn and practice on your own.
Silicon Valley
De-Bug
A collective of young workers, writers, and artists organizing
to improve Silicon Valley.
Recreation
Fun Inside A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Quiet and active things to do inside. Teen Club information.
India
Community Center Youth Programs
Art & Creative Writing to Bollywood-style dancing. Learn
to sing or play an Indian instrument. More.
Teen
Center
The Teen Center offers a Great Gathering Room, Homework/Computer
Lab, TV Lounge, Game Room and Kitchen, as well as special events,
dances, pool parties and other recreational activities to keep
teens safe and off the streets. 1325 E. Calaveras Blvd. (enter
just south of the pool at the Sports Center), 408-586-3222.
Teen Reading Club
Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 4 pm. Meet Authors! Win Prizes! READ Fast n Fun Books! For more information on the Community Library's Teen Reading Programs, please call Don Phillips, Teen Services Librarian, at 408-262-1171 x3614.
Youth Sports A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
This site's section for public and private sports opportunities
for community youth.
Youth Groups
DECA
An association of marketing students. The students run a ship-shaped
cart called the TIE-TANIC in the Great Mall. Contact is Tonette
Rancadore, at 408-941-9603.
Kids' Clubs A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
From scouting to sport teams, Milpitas has lots of groups for
kids and teens.
- AI Robotics Team to go to
Nationals
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