Non-School Days

Making a Difference One Child at a Time

At Youth First, we strive to empower the lives of youth in the community through our variety of programs. Our school release days are designed to provide young people with the tools they need to be great leaders tomorrow. Through positive program options, youth are able to explore new opportunities under the guidance of our staff.

Program Overview

The Youth First Release Day Program is open to youth in grades 6-12 from Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids and Ramsey.  

We provide a safe place for kids to hang out with friends, play games, and participate in activities and field trips. Lunch and snacks are provided.  The program is FREE for all participants! 

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Program Hours: 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Program Location: Ramsey Center 6701 Highway 10 NW, Ramsey

Bus Transportation Available. See route for details

Dates

2019

October 17, 18

December 2, 3

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2020

January 20

February 17, 18

March 16, 17, 18, 19

Bus Route & Schedule

138th Ave Park, Andover                        9:45 a.m. / 4:15 p.m.
Coon Rapids Middle School                 10:00 a.m. / 4:00 p.m.
Anoka Middle School - Fred Moore     10:15 a.m. / 3:45 p.m.

Field Trips

October 17th- Park Outing
October 18th- Pinehaven Farm
December 2nd- Mall of America
December 3rd- U.S. Bank Stadium
January 20th- Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
February 17th- Cheap Skate
February 18th- Tubing at Elm Creek Park Reserve
March 16th- Science Museum
March 17th- AMC, Coon Rapids
March 18th- Fun Lab
March 19th- Midtown Global Market