Overview

Dickinson Parks & Recreation has partnered with the Best Friends Mentoring Program to offer a FREE program that promotes creative thinking and encourages kids to find their spark! The 2025 fall session will follow a new curriculum that focuses on emotional well-being and  maximizing personal potential. Youth will participate in small group discussions, games, and activities that inspire connectedness, creative thinking, & positive mindset. This program will take place at Dickinson Middle School.
 
Requirements:
  • Snacks will be provided.
  • Program capacity will be determined by the number of volunteer mentors.
  • Registration deadline: September 3, 2025

 

The STRONGkids Program in partnership with Best Friends Mentoring Program has received the North Dakota Recreation & Parks Association (NDRPA) 2024 Innovative Programming Award. The Innovative Programming Award recognizes and honors an NDRPA member agency or organization that demonstrates leadership with advanced groundbreaking ideas in programming.

Quick Info

  • Fall Aug 27-Nov 12
  • Day Wed
  • Time 3:30-5:00 pm
  • Grades 6-8
  • Cost FREE
  • Location Dickinson Middle School
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