Youth Center

The Youth Center (The Zone) is located in Building 1756 on the corner of 9th and E Streets. They can be contacted by calling 361-961-2355. School Age Care program hours are from 5:30a.m. - 5:30 p.m. During school hours the Zone is open 5:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m. and 3:00p.m.-6:00 p.m. with school buses picking up and dropping off between these times. Call 361-961-2355 for updated scheduled activities.

The Zone has a very active youth services program. It offers a wide variety of instructional classes, youth developmental activities, homework assistance, leisure and recreational events and a variety of school age services. The center also promotes special events throughout the year in conjunction with the city of Corpus Christ, the Flour Bluff Independent School District and the Chaplain's office. Such events might be carnivals, fun runs, dances, bowling, swimming and deployment parties just to cover a few.

Board games, video games, computers, movies, television, arts and crafts projects, fitness programs, dance, food and flick night and much more are available for the desires of all participants. Also at the Zone, there is a youth council which has a voice through the voting process, on all field trips and community service projects along with other activities.

The youth center is affiliated with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and the 4H Program. Also offered is assistance for applying for scholarships and grants for all military dependents wanting to further their education.

Youth Employment (Currently unavailable since COVID but possible in the future.)

Working and/or volunteering allows young adults to develop new skills and accept greater responsibility. Most positions will require reliable transportation to and from work and flexibility regarding work schedules.

Self-employment is another option for teens. Babysitting, lawn care, and car wash services are typically successful for business-minded young adults.

The Summer Youth Work Program, for youth 14-17 years of age, is another option for youth interested in employment during the summer. For more information contact The Zone at 361-961-2355.

Community Service and Volunteering Opportunities

Youth may also consider volunteering as a way of investigating possible careers, gaining valuable experience, and developing new skills. For information on local volunteer opportunities and community service contact 361-961-2355 for more information.

Driver's License

A little good news for those who are fifteen: In the State of Texas, you can obtain a driver permit and drive a car as long as there is a licensed driver in the car with you. Once you are 16, and after you have taken Driver's Education, you can take your driving test and written exam at your driving school or at the Department of Public Safety and obtain a driver license.

Scouts

The Girl Scouts of Greater South Texas Council can be reached at 800-477-2688. The Boy Scouts Council 577 can be reached at 361-814-4300.