The following are services provided by City of Mountain View departments for young adults. They include after school activities, camps, classes, employment, leadership, lessons, outreach, library services, recreation, and volunteering opportunities.
AFTER SCHOOL
Library Teen Zone
Newly re-designed area of the Library dedicated to teens. Space includes new books, new media, new magazines, internet access, tables for group study and lounge seating ringing the fireplace. Research assistance available on demand through the Information Desk. For more information, please visit the Teen Zone section of the Mountain View Public Library page.
Teen Open Gym
Activities include basketball, volleyball and/or soccer, whiffle ball, dance, Ping-Pong, music, special events, etc.
For more information about the services above, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Youth and Teen Services section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Activity Guide.
Unofficial Homework/Research Center
Students seek skill instruction and homework help. Staff assists with homework as time permits.
For more information, please visit the Teen Zone section of the Mountain View Public Library page.
CAMPS
Tennis Sports Camp
Emphasis of this half-day camp covers the basics of tennis, including: forehand, backhand, serve and volley through drilling and game situations. Players will also participate in complementary sports like soccer and Ultimate Frisbee. Lunch is provided. For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Tennis section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
Theater in the Park
Two-week theater camps focusing on theater games and skills offered in conjunction with Peninsula Youth Theatre. The end-of-camp performances are held at Park Stage.
For more information, download the Summer Recreation Activity Guide, when it becomes available - Recreation Division.
Youth Sports Camps
Week-long sessions focusing on skill development and fun in baseball, volleyball, soccer, basketball, street hockey, flag football, or multi-sport.
For more information, download the Summer Recreation Activity Guide, when it becomes available - Recreation Division.
CLASSES
Deer Hollow Farm
Deer Hollow Farm is a working homestead and educational center where school classes, community groups and families can observe, explore and participate in a family farm.
For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Deer Hollow Farm section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
Recreation Youth Classes
A variety of special interest classes including dance, team sports, martial arts, theater, safety, crafts and cooking.For more information about the services above, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Activity Guide.
EMPLOYMENT
Aquatics Jobs
Youth, ages 15 and up, can apply to be Lifeguard/Swim Instructors or Pool Attendant/Assistant Instructors if they possess required certifications.For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Aquatics section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
Groundhog Job Shadowing Day
Coordinate participation in the nation-wide Junior Achievement event, bringing local youth in to shadow City employees at their job sites. Employees conduct activities to clearly demonstrate job skills and their corresponding educational requirements.
For more information, please email youth.services@mountainview.gov . Leaders in Training Program
Program that develops leadership skills in teens through closely supervised job skills training and volunteerism.
For more information about the services above, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Activity Guide.
Teens at Work Fair
One after school event where teens apply for jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities and interview with a variety of employers on-site.
For more information about the services above, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Activity Guide.
LEADERSHIP
Leaders in Training Program
Program that develops leadership skills in teens through closely supervised job skills training and volunteerism. For more information about the services above, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Activity Guide.
Library Teen Advisory Group
Group of Mountain View youth who advise City Library staff on the Teen Zone, suggest materials for purchase, suggest design of website, and suggest teen-centered programming.
For more information, please visit the Teen Zone section of the Mountain View Public Library page
Mayor's Youth Conference
Day-long conference for Mountain View youth sponsored by the Mayor, the Youth Advisory Group and City staff. This annual event includes guest speakers, small group activities and large group activities built around a particular theme. The conference provides an opportunity for youth to learn new skills and share their thoughts with City Council Members and other community leaders.
For more information, please email youth.services@mountainview.gov
Youth Advisory Groups
Group of Mountain View youth who advise City staff regarding programs, services and facilities of interest to teens.
For more information about YAG, including application dates, meeting times and age limits, please visit the Recreation Division page where you can view more information or the Youth Advisory Group page.
LESSONS
Swim Lessons
The City of Mountain View is an American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program with some additional enhancements to provide the highest quality of swim instruction available. Our classes are taught by qualified and Lifeguard Training-certified instructors. Classes may have volunteers or aides assigned to help increase the attention and practice your child receives. Lessons are tailored to age and skill level. For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Aquatics section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
Golf Lessons
Shoreline Golf Links offers clinics and classes for youth ages 8 to 17 years.
For more information, visit the Shoreline Golf Links page or download a copy of the Recreation Guide at the Recreation Division page.
Tennis Lessons
Tennis lessons for players of all ages and levels are provided through the City of Mountain View Recreation Department. Participants must furnish their own tennis racquets and wear tennis shoes.
For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Tennis section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
LIBRARY SERVICES
Summer Reading A reading incentive program for independent readers, including a separate component for teens. Funded by the Friends of the Library.
For more information, please visit the Teen Zone section of the Mountain View Public Library page.
OUTREACH
D.A.R.E. Program The D.A.R.E. Program (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) is an anti-alcohol, anti-drug, gang and violence program designed by Mountain View Officers with a primary focus on drug education. The D.A.R.E. Program is taught by School Resource Officers at the fourth through seventh grade levels at Mountain View schools.
For more information,
please visit the Mountain View Police Department Children and Youth page Gang Suppression Team
Enforcement of gang-related issues through the Police Department's Field Operations Division. Officers address gang-related issues, providing prevention, intervention and enforcement services. Service includes verbal counseling with youth and parents as needed, presentation to parents regarding signs of gang activities and other outreach.
For more information, please visit the Mountain View Police Department Children and Youth page
Firesetting Intervention
Service designed to educate and inform youth identified as fire-setters or demonstrating other fire-related risk behaviors.
For more information, please visit the Public Education section of the Fire Department page.
Mountain View Youth Corps
Program whereby disadvantaged youth are employed during the summer in various maintenance projects; i.e., trail building, restorations, etc.
For more information, please contact the Shoreline Park Division at 650-903-6392.
School Resources Officers
Two full-time Police Officers who make contact with schools (teachers, administrators and students). The individual serves as a counselor, friend and Officer and coordinates youth diversion programs and gang/crisis intervention and citizenship. Also responsible for teaching the D.A.R.E. program.
For more information, please visit the Mountain View Police Department Children and Youth page.
RECREATION
Recreation Swim
Individuals and families may purchase day or season passes to enjoy recreational swimming at Rengstorff and Eagle Pools. Children under 48 inches tall must be accompanied in the pool by an adult.
For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the
Aquatics section of the
Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
Skate Park
The Skate Park is a non-supervised facility reserved exclusively or skaters age 12 and under from 9:30—11:30 a.m. All skaters must wear helmets, kneepads and elbow pads. All bikes (including BMX bikes) and scooters are prohibited at this facility.
For more information, please visit the Skate Park section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
VOLUNTEERING
Library Teen Advisory Group A group of Mountain View youth who advise City Library staff on the Teen Zone, suggest materials for purchase, suggest design of website, and suggest teen-centered programming.
For more information about the program above, including times, dates and age limits, please visit the Teen Zone section of the Mountain View Public Library page.
Library Volunteer Program
Library volunteers learn skills and develop a sense of responsibility that is a good foundation for later employment.
For more information about the program above, including times, dates and age limits, please visit the Mountain View Public Library's Volunteer page.
Junior Lifeguard
Teens, ages 13 to 17, who have completed the Water Safety Instructor Aide course can volunteer as Junior Lifeguards and assist in teaching children aquatic safety skills.
For more information, including dates, times and age limits, please visit the Aquatics section of the Recreation Division page where you can view more information and download the Recreation Guide.
Police Explorer ProgramExplorer post through Boy Scouts of America. Supervised by a Police Officer. Youth who are possibly considering law enforcement as a career assist with traffic and traffic control at festivals, concerts, and other special events, also assist in the inventory of police cars, etc.
For more information, please visit the Mountain View Police Department Children and Youth page.
City of Mountain View Volunteer Services
The City of Mountain View Volunteer Services program provides volunteer opportunities in City departments, for City projects and events and can refer individuals to outside community groups that offer volunteer options.Some positions may have age limits but some are open to youth.
For more information, please visit the Volunteer Services Program section of the Recreation Division page.
