Programs

Opportunities for Youth

For Teens 8th-12th grades in Cook County

Programs

Connect


Community Youth Group. A chance to learn more about our God-given purpose, develop spiritual & personal life skills needed to grow into healthy young adults. It’s also a time for teens to unwind and have fun!

Monday’s 5:30-7:00pm

Sept 18-April 29

Support Group


A time when teens give voice to the struggles they’re facing and talk about what’s really going on in their lives. Creates a space where teens feel safe sharing & receive support from peers and adult leaders.

Mentoring


An opportunity to get connected with a safe, caring adult. They serve as a consistent presence and positive voice.

North Point Programs

Drop-In


Open Hours for youth to drop-in and hang out, do homework, chill, connect with friends, read a book, craft, charge their phone, wait before work or school event, or whatever. A safe space available to our teens.

2023-24 School Year: Sep-Apr

  • Mon-Thu: 3:30-5:30pm

  • Wed: 11:15am-12:15pm* <Free Lunch>

  • Friday: Select Evenings <Late Fall/Winter>

*Wed. Lunches require registration & permission slips for 10-12 grades by 9/8, limited spaces. Begins 9/13. To Request a form email info@npyouth.org

2023 Summer: Jun-Aug

  • Mon: 4:30-7:00pm <Free Pizza>

  • Tue: 11:00am-3:00pm

  • Wed: 7:00-10:00pm <9-12th grade only>

  • Thu: 9:00am-3:00pm <Free Donuts>

Events


A place to host local school or sporting events, special events, or other opportunities for teens.

Experiences


Whether we offer a local or outdoor adventure, outing, retreats, camp, or more; it will be an opportunity for positive shared experiences.

Closed: We are closed when ISD166 has scheduled days off or closed due to weather. There is no Programming when there is are local ISD166 sporting events.

Phasing out Grades: At the end of the 2023-24 School Year, programing with only be for Cook County Teens entering 9th-12th grades.

Downtown Location!

In Winter of 2021 we purchased a building in downtown Grand Marais (the old American Legion). After months of renovations, this awesome space is now used for our local Cook County youth!

You are always welcome to contact us to find out more! Check out our Instagram Page for current postings.