Youth Development
Our Youth Development Program's mission is to amplify the visions of young community leaders by providing beyond-school programming that nurtures youth culture and partnerships with families, schools, and BIPOC members of the community.
Our vision is for young community leaders to develop their passions & find their own way to share the narrative of their community through representative leadership.
We value youth leadership, access, our community, and cultural representation.
YDP Programs
After School Youth Program
School Level: Kindergarten - Grade 12
We offer our youth programs for free! This includes any food and materials we provide during the program as well. When your child participates in our After School programs, they will have also access to participate in Innovation Learning Center classes for free.
Our programs are catered to your child's age group using Filipino words:
Batibot refers to young children and is perfect for K-Grade 6 students. It also means 'enduring' and 'strong' which are qualities we hope to instill into the future generations.
Bagets refers to teenagers and applies to those in Grades 7-12. It is the opposite of "forgets" because teenagers are still young and are great at making memories.
September - June 23, 2023
Monday - Friday
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Batibot from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Bagets from 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Filipinx American US History Classes
School Level: Elementary - High School
School-age children can now deepen their understanding of Filipinx American history with our specialized classes at the community center. Our experienced instructors will provide a comprehensive curriculum that covers the rich and diverse history of Filipinx Americans in the United States, empowering children with knowledge and appreciation of their cultural heritage.
Taught by: Educators from Filipino American Educators of Washington's RACE Cohort
April 30, 2023 - June 25, 2023
Sundays
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Elementary 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Middle School 3:00 - 4:30 PM
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High School 3:00 - 4:30 PM
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Summer Progam
School Level: Kindergarten - Grade 12
Join us for an unforgettable summer experience with our free youth programs! Our Batibot and Bagets programs cater to different age groups, with a wide range of engaging activities and weekly themes that explore the best of Filipino culture and beyond.
Our special guest speakers and amazing field trips, including visits to Microsoft, the flight museum, and the Seattle Aquarium, will provide a unique and educational experience that can't be found anywhere else. There's no better way to spend your summer than with us!
July 3, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Monday - Friday
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Batibot from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Bagets from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Innovation Learning Center Classes
School Level: Kindergarten - Grade 12
The ILC is our state-of-the-art computer laboratory with a Makerspace making it the perfect place to let your passion for S.T.E.A.M. flourish. At the ILC, we will be offering drone making, robotics, art classes and more! Our Makerspace features 3D printers and Cricut machines.
Participants must pay class and material fees for the ILC or be a participant in the After School program at FCS.
Monday - Friday
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cherubs Nursery School
Ages: 2.5-6 years old
Inside the ILC, you'll find the Seattle location for Cherubs Nursery School that offers programs for your family's youngest members. This location hosts an Intergenerational Preschool (2.5-4 years old) and Kindergarten Readiness (5-6 years old) program inspired by Reggio Emilia, Montessori and Te Whāriki.
As an intergenerational preschool, the student's grandparents, FCS seniors, and FCV residents can join in with our morning activities.
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Questions?
Email youth@filcommsea.org if you have any questions about any of FCS’s Youth Development programs.