BGCCW Teen Center

06/23/2026

Summer has been off to a fantastic start these past three weeks! Our teens and tweens have been staying active, engaged, and learning new skills through a variety of exciting programs and activities.

Members have been participating in Cooking with Alex as part of our Healthy Habits program, where they have been learning basic breakfast preparation skills and the importance of making healthy food choices. In Art with Dakota, members have been exploring their creativity and expressing themselves through unique art projects.

Sherman’s Nerdy Board Games program continues to draw great attendance, helping members strengthen critical thinking, strategy, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through a variety of fun games. Our 3D Printing Program has also been a huge success, introducing members to technology, design, and engineering concepts. Participants are learning how to create digital designs, think creatively, and turn their ideas into real-world objects using 3D printers.

Outdoor Pickleball has been another favorite activity this summer, giving members the opportunity to stay active, build sportsmanship, and enjoy friendly competition. Our first out-of-town field trip to Ayres Natural Bridge was a great success, providing members with an opportunity to explore nature, build friendships, and create lasting memories.

Last but certainly not least, our Photography Club has been doing an outstanding job learning the basics of photography, camera operation, composition, and visual storytelling. Members have been developing their creative vision while capturing moments from our summer adventures. Beginning next week, Photography Club members will take on an exciting new role by creating content for our social media updates and contributing photos and stories to our monthly parent newsletter.

Thank you to all of our members for making this summer so much fun. Stay tuned for more great adventures, learning opportunities, and unforgettable experiences throughout the rest of the summer!

06/04/2026

What a great week at Dean! We had a full house as members returned from sports and jumped right into the fun. Members have been enjoying the basketball hoop, Perler beads, Poison from our TikTok Challenge games, upside-down Pictionary, and of course spending time in our tiny Game Room. So much energy, laughter, and creativity all around!

06/02/2026

What a great way to end the year with our Teen Night Glow Night! Members had an amazing time creating their own face paint designs, enjoying delicious food, and spending quality time with their friends. The energy, laughter, and creativity made for an unforgettable evening. It was a memorable night that celebrated the friendships, fun, and great memories made throughout the year. We are so proud of all our teens and look forward to seeing them again for more exciting adventures ahead!

05/29/2026

What a fun and memorable final week at Dean! Members had an absolute blast enjoying so many activities to wrap up an amazing school year. From exciting basketball games and more rounds of Poison, to making pancakes, creating slime, playing Bingo with tons of prizes, and auctioning off our Club Store items, there was never a dull moment throughout the week. Members were full of energy, laughter, and smiles as they spent time with their friends and staff making the most of the final days together.

To celebrate our final day, members enjoyed Root Beer Floats, pizza, and a movie day featuring WALL-E. WALL-E connected perfectly with BGCCW values and Mind-Up lessons by showing kindness, teamwork, perseverance, caring for others, and the importance of taking care of our world. The movie also reminded members how small positive actions can make a big difference and how meaningful friendships and empathy can help others grow.

So many unforgettable memories were made not only during this final week, but throughout the entire school year. We are so thankful for all the positive feedback and support from our members and families. Our members truly made Dean a welcoming, fun, and special place every single day. Thank you for an incredible year filled with laughter, growth, learning, and unforgettable moments. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and amazing summer, and we cannot wait to see everyone again soon!

05/28/2026

Celebrating our members’ birthdays from April through July was such a fun time! Members enjoyed delicious cupcakes, and to make the celebration even sweeter, we ended with an exciting cake walk. What a great way to celebrate our amazing members together!

05/27/2026

Pickleball has swept the nation, and now it is sweeping through our Dean Morgan Club! Members have been doing an amazing job showing off their skills, improving their teamwork, and having a blast on the court. It has quickly become one of the favorite activities at the Club!

05/26/2026

What a fun Tuesday at Dean! Members have been having a great time learning how to bake cookies and showing off their cooking skills. It has been a day full of fun, teamwork, and delicious treats!

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

🎉 Youth of the Month Recap | Sept–May 2026 🎉

We are proud to recognize our amazing Youth of the Month members for the 2025–2026 school year at Dean Club!

⭐ September - Bishop E. & Kamren H.
⭐ October - Kaynan B.
⭐ November - Hannah A.
⭐ December - Nathan S.
⭐ January - Aria G.
⭐ February - Braxton B.
⭐ March - Max C.

⭐April - Maddix S.

🌟 Our final Youth of the Month All-Star for the school year is Brook M.! 🌟

Brook has been an incredible asset to the Dean Club since the beginning of the year. Her growth, leadership, and positive relationships with both staff and members have truly stood out. She consistently participates in programming, encourages other members to get involved, and has shown remarkable improvement in her Spanish skills. Brook has also completed all of her Power Hour and Spanish activities, showing dedication and responsibility every day. We are so proud of all her hard work and accomplishments this year!

💙 Youth of the Month recognizes members who consistently demonstrate leadership, kindness, responsibility, and positive character at the Club. These members stand out as role models by helping others, participating actively, and representing what it means to be a true Club member. Each month, we celebrate their hard work, growth, and dedication to our Club community.

Congratulations to all of our Youth of the Month members this school year! 👏🎊

05/21/2026

Derrek represented the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming with confidence and heart at the Southwest Youth of the Year Celebration in Dallas!

As part of the competition, Derrek delivered his speech in front of seven judges and completed an interview where he shared his Club experience, his story, and the impact the Club has had on his life.

We are so proud of Derrek and all he has accomplished. He then attended the evening celebration, where he was recognized alongside other outstanding Youth of the Year candidates from across the Southwest region!