Teen programs
Our teen programs build community and connection, allowing young people to engage in fun and transformative activities that empower them to discover their full potential in life, school and future careers. Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue gives teens the chance to discover real-world career pathways, engage in meaningful experiences, and prepare for life beyond high school.
TUTORING & MENTORING
BE GREAT: Graduate is a collaboration between Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue, the Bellevue School District and community partnerships designed to help youth in grades 6-12 increase student achievement. Utilizing mentorship, tutoring and academic planning, the program helps to provide individualized support, incentives, and rewards to achieve academic success and complete high school graduation.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue’s BE GREAT: Graduate program is located at Highland Middle School and the Lake Hills Teen Center.
leadership Development
Boys & Girls Club programs for teens provide opportunities to gain work readiness and technical skills. Programs provide a paid summer internship and a network of trusted adults and mentors. Learning opportunities include resume writing, interview practice, workshops in financial literacy, career panels and annual college tours.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue takes part in in Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Keystone Club program. Keystone Clubs provide leadership development opportunities for young people ages 14 to 18. Youth participate in activities in three focus areas: academic success, career preparation and community service. With the guidance of an adult advisor, Keystone Clubs aim to have a positive impact on members, the Club and community culminating in an annual conference that brings together members from across the globe.
TEEN TECH CENTER
Teens can access a state of the art computer lab open every day after school to complete homework, start a research project, or develop their technology skills.
Our Teen Drop-In program is FREE. We are committed to offering a safe space for young people to play, create and express themselves.
TEEN MAKERSPACE
Housed at our Lake Hills Clubhouse, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue teen Makerspace offers hands on modules in fashion design, music production, culinary arts, automotive repair, and fine arts. Past student projects include embroidery, t-shirt making, basic car repair camps, designing coffee mugs, and digital art. BGCB staff help guide teens to 21st-century skills while expressing their creativity.
WHEELLAB @ CLUB
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue partners with WheelLab. WheelLab is a local nonprofit serving East King County youth through hands on building programs. Using bicycles as the medium, teens learn to maintain, build, and design bikes while developing into safe and conscientious riders.
Lake Hills Clubhouse and Teen Excellence Center
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue Lake Hills Teen Clubhouse and our TXL: Teen Excellence Center are a part of our Teen Campus. These two neighboring buildings are home programs targeted to young people ages 11-19. Programs include homework assistance, sports, the arts, community service, and technology. The Teen Center space is complete with a state-of-the-art computer lab, tutoring and mentoring programs, teaching kitchen, and art room.
South Bellevue Community Center Teen Programs
Teens can drop-in to our South Bellevue Community Center location. Programs include sports and community building.
Downtown Clubhouse Teen Programs
Teens can drop-in to our Downtown Clubhouse location. Programs include homework assistance, the arts, and technology.
Teen drop-in programs are free.
Transportation to the Lake Hills Teen Center and TXL are provided by Bellevue School District transportation services. BSD transportation is provided to the following schools:
Highland Middle School
Odle Middle School
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue provides transportation to the Lake Hills Teen Center from the following schools:
Bellevue Big Picture School
Bellevue High School
Chinook Middle School
Interlake Highschool
Newport High School
Sammamish High School
Tyee Middle School
Teens attending Tillicum Middle School may walk to the Lake Hills Teen Center.
Schools Out, Clubs Are In!
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue is committed to providing high-quality programs for teens during the school year - including breaks when classes are not in session. These programs offer a wide variety of activities with dedicated staff who are committed to providing a meaningful experience to all youth who walk through our doors.
2026-2027 Schools Out Dates:
Friday, October 9, 2026
Monday, December 21-Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Friday, January 29, 2027
Tuesday, February 16-Friday, February 19, 2027
Friday, March 19, 2027
Monday, April 12-Friday, April 16, 2027
Tuesday, June 1, 2027
Schools Out Program Locations for Teens:
Downtown Clubhouse (Grades 6-8 only)
Lake Hills Clubhouse (Grades 6-12)
Program Registration:
Registration is required for teens to attend the Downtown Clubhouse. All Schools Out programs for teens are free.