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Fun, hands-on learning activities are supported by the latest research of land grant universities that are focused on science, engineering, technology, health living, and citizenship. The 4H leadership builds on the strength of state and local professionals in partnership with the National 4H Headquarters.
Fore more information and a complete listing for the Colorado State University Extension in the Adult Education Services category.
109 West Main Room 102 Cortez CO 81321
Students attending eligible schools can receive small group tutoring to increase reading skills.
For more information and a complete listing of programs offered through Pinon Project, please see the listing for Pinon Project in the Family Support Services category.
300 North Elm Street Cortez CO 81321
P.O. Box 1510 Cortez CO 81321
Scouting is a values-based program with its own code of conduct. The Boy Scout Oath and Law help instill the values of good conduct, respect for others, and honesty. Scouts learn skills that will last a lifetime, including basic outdoor skills, first aid, citizenship skills, leadership skills, and how to get along with others. Mesa Verde District services Montezuma, San Juan, La Plata, Dolores and Archuleta counties with units in Mancos, Dolores, Cortez, Durango, Pagosa Springs, Bayfield, Silverton and Chama (NM). Please call for local contact information and meeting times. Boys ages 7-21 and girls ages 14-21 are served. Registration fee is $10 per year.
Hours: 9 AM-5 PM Monday through Friday
P.O. Box 2115 Durango CO 81302
Multi-level prevention programming is provided through three levels of community and school training to target destructive behaviors in youth 2-18. Ongoing workshops and prevention services for families of middle and elementary school youth are offered in the Four Corners area.
Hours: 9 AM – 4 PM Monday through Friday
215 North Linden Cortez CO 81321
Leadership opportunities are provided for girls of Colorado while building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Full potential is sought in an all-girl environment while developing strong leadership and social skills, a social conscience, a conviction about one’s potential and self-worth, and a foundation for the future through moral, ethical, and social values. Girls explore special interest groups, anti-bullying, self-esteem, financial literacy, health & wellness, the arts, anti-violence education, community service, outdoor skills, science, technology, engineering, and much more. Girls ages 5-17 in Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma and San Juan counties need to contact the Durango Service Center to sign up with their local troop. Cost varies and grants are available.
Hours: 10 AM – 3 PM Monday through Friday
701 Camino del Rio, Suite 315 Durango CO 81302
Vocational training and education opportunities are provided to youth between ages 16-24 that they would not otherwise be able to afford. The focus of Job Corps is to increase each person’s employability. Services are available to residents of Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezum, San Juan and San Miguel counties. Eligibility is based on income and is determined on a case-by-case basis. The application process is by appointment and conducted in a personal interview setting. Free education and training to those who qualify.
Auto Mechanic
Auto Body Repair
Building & Apartment Maintenance
Business Clerical
Carpentry
Culinary Arts
Electrical
Floor Covering
Health Occupations
Landscaping
Machinist
Painting
Plastering
Plumbing
Printing
Retail Sales
Security Guard
Tile Setting
Welding
and more
Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM Monday through Friday
2208 East Main Street Cortez CO 81321
Non-profit corporation of adult volunteers and professional staff is dedicated to providing an umbrella of prevention and intervention services to meet the needs of at-risk youth in Montezuma County, primarily through mentoring relationships. Referrals of at-risk youth who have been identified by professional people in the community are accepted into the mentoring program. Youth may be considered “at-risk” for factors such as drug/alcohol abuse, school drop out, teen pregnancy, homelessness, running away, criminal behaviors, mental health issues, school failure, or abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, etc). Juvenile Diversion youth are referred by law enforcement or the District Attorney. Alternatives to Incarceration youth are referred by law enforcement or through the Juvenile Court Judge. Mentoring and Alternatives to Incarceration Programs are free. There is a supervision fee of $35 for the Diversion Program/
Parent Project: For parents of defiant or out-of-control adolescents
Project Northland and Class Action: Curriculum for alcohol prevention
Bust Big Tobacco: Tobacco curriculum for middle school youth
One-to-One Mentoring
Juvenile Justice
Juvenile Diversion
Alternatives to Incarceration
Girls’ Circles
Boys’ Councils
Career Choices
Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM Monday through Friday
1011 North Mildred, Suite A Cortez CO 81321
Provides crisis intervention and travel assistance to runaways. Distributes information and local referrals to adolescents and families and referrals to shelters nationwide. Also relays messages to, or arranges conference calls with, parents at the request of the child.
The 10th annual Fort Lewis Early Childhood Conference is happening […]
Montelores Early Childhood Council
P.O. Box 1725
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 564-3211
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