INVESTING IN YOUTH

The Tokata Youth Center desires youth to recognize and know that they are loved and valued, live with purpose and hope, and empowered to create positive change, leading our community to a better and brighter future.

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PROGRAMMING

Foundational to all programming is character building through the holistic teaching of Christian principles and Dakota Oyate values, culture, and language.

Youth meet Monday through Friday after school year round.  Programming includes a free-
play time, life skills/character training, physical activity, and concludes with a meal.

Our four strategic priorities are to help youth: be like Jesus, be a friend, be a mentor, and be healthy. 

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BE LIKE JESUS

• Grow in Biblical knowledge and Christian character
• Discipleship training
• Monthly Dakota Value and Bible trait
• Weekly Teen Bible Study
• Daily Bible stories and verse memorization

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BE A FRIEND

• Create positive, safe, and encouraging relationships
• Provide life skills classes on relationships, coping, and self-worth
• Offer interest-based clubs and groups
• Support academics through reading and homework assistance
• Strengthen teamwork through games and activities

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BE A MENTOR

• Foster leadership and mentorship skills 
• Teach conflict resolution and growth mindset
• Provide daily leadership and service opportunities
• Inspire youth to work at TYC from an early age
• Encourage personal growth and achievement

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BE HEALTHY

• Prioritize spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical health 
• Share and model Christian character
• Teach classes on self-regulation and coping skills
• Serve home-cooked meals with fresh garden produce
• Promote physical activity through games and play

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Schedule

SCHEDULE
    Tuesday:             K-12th Grade 3:45-6:30pm
    Wednesday:      K-12th Grade 3:45-6:30pm
    Thursday:           K-12th Grade 3:45-6:30pm
    Friday:                 K-12th Grade 3:45-6:30pm
    Saturday:            6th-12th Grade Teen Hangout 6:00-8:00pm

The youth center is open year-round, except on holidays or when the Crow Creek Tribal School has an early dismissal or is closed due to inclement weather.

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