Youth Department

Welcome to Our Youth Department

At Presa Community Center, our Youth Department is dedicated to empowering and inspiring the next generation. We provide a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where young people can grow, learn, and thrive. 

Our mission is to foster creativity, build confidence, and develop skills that set children and teens up for success in school and beyond. Whether it’s exploring new interests, making friends, or discovering their potential, every child who joins our program has the opportunity to grow. 

With access to versatile facilities – including a spacious outdoor pavilion, playground, kitchen, and well-equipped classroom – our youth programs offer a wide range of activities and opportunities for learning and recreation.

Youth Facilities

Programs and Activities

After School Program

Our Kidz Sucseed After-School Program provides a safe, structured, and engaging environment for children. Running through the school year (August 19, 2024 – May 29, 2025), this program is designed to support academic success, foster personal growth, and encourage healthy choices.

Key Details:

We provide transportation from local schools to our facility. The program is for children ages 5 – 13 years old and runs Monday through Friday until 6:00 pm. (Enrollment is limited to ensure quality interactions.)

Daily Schedule:

  • 3:15 – 3:45 PM: Arrive, wash hands, settle in.
  • 3:45 – 4:00 PM: Snack time (snack and drink provided daily).
  • 4:00 – 4:30 PM: Homework & Curriculum.
    • Monday & Wednesday – Math Focused
    • Tuesday & Thursday – Reading Focused
  • 4:40 – 6:00 PM: Flex time for creative and recreational activities.

Community Partnerships:

Healthy Neighborhoods, a City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District initiative, visits our program on Thursdays to teach lessons on healthy choices and the environment.

Seasonal Celebrations:

We host parties and celebrations for holidays such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Easter, etc.

Summer Program

Stay tuned for updates as we finalize our plans for the next summer session…

Partner With Us

We are looking for passionate community members and organizations to help us enrich the lives of the children and teens in our Youth Department. By partnering with us, you can share your knowledge, skills, and experiences to make a meaningful impact on the next generation.

How you can get involved

We welcome individuals and organizations to:

  • Host a Workshop or Class: Lead activities like cooking, percussion, art, STEM, or any unique skill you’d love to share.
  • Share Your Story: Inspire our youth by speaking about your career, a cause you care about, or life lessons that resonate with kids.

Why Partner with us?

  • Make a difference in the lives of local youth.
  • Build connections within the community
  • Showcase your organization’s commitment to education, creativity, and growth.

Let's Work Together!

Interested in partnering with us? Contact us today to discuss your ideas and how we can bring them to life.

Margarita Reyna, Director of Youth Programs

mreyna@presa.org

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