Youth Resources

In 2018, the Youth Commission worked closely with City Council and partner organizations in the community to create Centennial's first Community Values Statement, defining kindness, integrity and an inclusive community as key Centennial values. 

The Centennial Youth Commission is committed to raising awareness for mental health to help stop the stigma associated with mental illness. With nearly half a million Colorado resident's struggling with mental health issues, it's crucial to look for areas of improvement.

View Mental Health Month Proclamation(PDF, 231KB).

Youth Achievement Awards: This year, six outstanding youth in Centennial were presented with the annual Youth Achievement Award by the Centennial Youth Commission. The Youth Achievement Award honors and recognizes youth who have made a significant impact on the Centennial community through volunteer work and have demonstrated exceptional leadership. 

The Centennial Municipal Court and the Youth Commission work in partnership with students to administer Teen Court. Teen Court is run entirely by youth including a jury of peers. Teen Courts have proven to be tremendously successful in other jurisdictions resulting in fewer repeat offenses. With an emphasis on early intervention, prevention and a commitment to restorative justice, the City hopes to better address the needs of youth while ensuring safety in our community. Learn more information about Teen Court in the Teen Court Brochure(PDF, 611KB). Watch the 4 CBS Denver and KDVR stories that recently aired. 

Local Curfew Times

Please note that this information was collected in 2016 and is subject to change. Contact local police departments to verify current regulations. 

Juveniles under the age of 18 are accountable to curfew hours in the City of Centennial.

What happens if I violate the curfew?

If you are a minor:

• You may be detained by a law enforcement officer;
• Your parents and/or legal guardians may be required to respond and take custody of you; 
• You may be issued a summons that requires your appearance in the Municipal Court;
• When making your court appearance, your parents or guardian must come with you;
• If found guilty, the Judge may impose fines, incarceration, and/or probation.

If you are a parent or guardian:

• You may be detained by a law enforcement officer;
• You may be required to respond and take custody of your child;
• If you allowed your child to violate the curfew, you may be issued a summons that requires your appearance in Centennial Municipal Court;
• If found guilty, the Judge may impose fines, incarceration and/or probation.

Are there exemptions to the curfew?

Yes, the following are exceptions to curfew violations:

• When accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other adult person having legal custody of such minor; or
• When the minor is engaged in lawful employment that requires the minor to violate the curfew; or
• When such minor is in the custody of, or accompanied by a person who has reached his or her 18th birthday, and has in his or her possession the written consent of such parent or guardian, or the person having legal care or custody of the minor.
• When the minor is legally emancipated.