Youth Leadership Opportunities

The Youth Commission is a group of teens (ages ranging from 13-18) formed by the Centennial City Council to provide a voice for the youth of Centennial.

They participate in City-wide events, develop community programs, performs community service projects and participate in the policy-making process.

You can get involved and learn more on our Youth Commission page.

As a part of the Youth Commission, you will develop community programs, service people in Centennial and give input to City Council.

"The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office Youth Citizens’ Academy gives you an inside look at the sheriff’s office from patrol to detention to investigations to our specialty teams like the Bomb Squad, K-9 and HAZMAT."

Five-day summer academy for teens ages 14 - 18.

Find more information at the Youth Citizens' Academy Website.

Get involved by calling 720-874-4072.

By joining a five-day academy at the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, you will get an inside look of serving as a sheriff in the community.

"This program is in cooperation with the South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR), Learning for Life Exploring and other host fire agencies, is to offer young men and women real life experiences, training and exposure to the career opportunities in the fire service. Second, it provides a reliable and effective means for preparing and eventually recruiting the firefighters of tomorrow from our surrounding communities."

Find more information at southmetro.org/287/Explorers.

Get involved by contacting kylie.anderson@southmetro.org.

While participating in South Metro Fire Rescue Explorer Program, you will gain valuable insight into the fire service profession, take part in hands-on career activities and have the opportunity to ride along with a South Metro crew.

"Make a difference in your community. Give back to what you love, from your local park to your favorite recreational program. We have volunteer opportunities for individuals, small teams and large groups."

Recreational volunteer opportunities for teens from ages 16 and up.

Get involved by visiting the following website and searching "volunteer": careers.ssprd.org/Positions

Find more information at ssprd.org/About/Employment/Volunteer.

By volunteering and providing community service for South Suburban Parks and Recreation, you will give back to your community by cleaning up local parks and volunteering at your favorite recreational programs.