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YOUTH SAILING PROGRAM

The City of Des Moines is starting a Youth Sailing Program that will offer sailing experiences to boys and girls ages 11 to 18.  The program will offer on-the-water sailing instruction in 14 foot sail boats and dock side learning activities.  The sessions will be held at the Des Moines Marina and are designed for kids with little or no sailing experience.  The course will cover safety on the water, sailing basics, sailboat nomenclature, wind awareness, rigging, rules of the road, and boating etiquette.  Instructors in power boats will accompany the students in the boats while they are on the water.  The fee for a one-week session is $130 and some scholarships are available. Registration forms are available at the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department, 1000 South 220^th Street in Des Moines. The Phone number is 206-870-6527.  Students need sneakers, appropriate clothing and a Coast Guard approved life jacket, preferably the kayak type.  Students will also be required to take a float test on the first day of class. The test will be conducted at the Mount Rainier Pool.  Session dates are:

Session 1             August 2 – 6       Start time 1:00 pm
Session 2             August 9 – 13     Start time 1:00 pm
Session 3             August 16 – 20   Start time 5:00 pm
Session 4             August 23 – 27  Start Time 1:00 pm

ASP@P!  AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT PACIFIC MIDDLE SCHOOL
KIDS:  FIND US ON MYSPACE OR FACEBOOK PAGE TO SEE WHAT’S GOING ON!
MySpace:  http://www.myspace.com/dmcouncil
Facebook:  Search “Des Moines Youth Council”

ACTIVITY AFTERNOONS
On those long Friday afternoons, Pacific Middle School Students can stick around on for Activity Afternoons.  Students meet in the big gym by 1:30 to create cool craft projects, play sports in the gym or win prizes with contests.  On Fridays, our experienced staff will provide options for positive fun thanks to the generosity of Des Moines Rotary Club!  A completed Participation Agreement and one time $25 participation fee form are due to Des Moines Parks & Recreation before participation.  Forms are available in the Pacific Middle School Office, at the Des Moines Field House and with program staff. 

*Notes:  Need based scholarships are available.  Scholarship applications are available through the Des Moines Parks & Recreation office. 
          Parent pick up by 4:30pm is strongly encouraged.  Rec staff members leave Pacific Middle School by 4:45pm.   

Ages: 7th & 8th graders from Pacific Middle School
Cost: 1 time annual $25 participation fee
Day: Fridays
Time: After School -4:30pm. 
                                                                                              
FIELD HOUSE DANCE PARTIES
6th-8th Grade students from Des Moines can celebrate a Friday night off from the books at our Field House dance parties.  Des Moines Youth Council hosts community dances for local middle school students throughout the school year.  Kids get together to dance, participate in contests for prizes and meet up with your friends.  Concessions are available to purchase, with proceeds benefiting Des Moines Youth Council.  *** Student I.D. Card is required for admission. 

Parent Chaperones are welcome!  Call Des Moines Parks and Rec if you are interested.  A background check is required before volunteering. 

Ages:  6th-8th graders
Location: Des Moines Field House - 1000 S. 220th St.          
Cost: $7 and Student I.D. Card
Time: 7:30- 10:00pm
Staff: Recreation Staff & Des Moines Police Dept. 
Upcoming Dances: 

TEENS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN DES MOINES 
Youth Council meets every other Thursday during the school year to make a difference in our community!  See what the buzz is about – teens learn leadership, social and work skills while having a great time.  Council members earn points towards rewards activities – 2008-09 rewards included a Seattle Mariners game and Wild Waves.  We welcome returning and new members at our meetings.  New members should call in advance to confirm meeting dates and times.  Interested 6th-9th graders or parents can contact Nic Lind at 206-870-6582 for information. 

Ages: 6th-9th graders
Meeting Location:  Des Moines Field House, 1000 South 220th St.
Nexts Meeting Time: 4:45-5:15pm