Teen Center

Serving Teens is what we do! One of the unique things about the Carolina Teen Center is that we offer services specifically designed for teens. As the only evidence-based center for teens in South Carolina, our teens express excitement that they have a center that's just for them. Students ages 13-17 fill our center every week, where they are challenged and inspired! During the school year, students arrive by bus to our center where they are met by staff inviting them into a safe space. After recapping with students about their day, students then open up PowerSchool for our on-site tutors to review their attendance, check for missing assignments, and assist them with their homework. Students then share in a delicious snack, followed by participating in an engaging workshop until they leave. Workshops include things such as Healthy Relationships, Job Readiness, Life Skills, Teen-Leadership, Anti-Bullying program, Basketball training, and so much more. We have also partnered with a diverse group of service providers to offer everything from vaping classes, sex education, alcohol & drugs, to cooking classes and entrepreneurship.

Community Building

At the CTC, we believe in teaching students the importance of serving their community. Here they are stocking a local Blessing Box!

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Physical Activity

It's important that our students participate in activities that promote holistic health! Corn Hole is one of our favorite things to compete in!

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Healthy Relationships

At the CTC, we challenge the ideas of our students, and help them to see things from different perspectives. The conversations we have are priceless!

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Entrepreneurship

Students learn how to be business owners at the CTC. Here students learn about the business of owning a nail salon!

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Family Building

Family programs such as Strengthening Families helps to increase the communication between families!

#Wearefamily

Leadership Development

We believe that developing our students into today's leaders is vital! Who knew it could be so fun!

#abetteryou

Healthy Eating

One of our Partners, S.C. State Extension taught kids about healthy eating and how to make a Charcuterie board!

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Mentoring

Each day students have access to positive mentors from all different backgrounds and experiences! Here one of our mentors gets to learn from one of our teens!

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