About Us
Trackside ensures Wilton's teens have engaging, exciting after school and evening programs and events in a safe, substance free environment.
meet trackside's teens
Trackside is all about the kids... meet some of those that have made Trackside uniquely theirs!
Dhruv RokkamTrackside Summer Running Camp
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Sebastian HuntDirector and Film Premier
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Mickey WilcoxLeader, Team Member
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Mission Statement
The objective of Trackside Teen Center is to promote healthy age-appropriate development for teens and pre-teens in Wilton. This is achieved by providing an environment designed to develop positive social skills and social competence, foster moral development, and enhance self-esteem - all of which are related to reduced risk-taking behavior, academic success, and healthy interpersonal relationships.
Acting as a hub within the community of teen activity - designed by teens and for teens - Trackside provides ample opportunity for teens to engage in healthy alternative activities. From open hours and afterschool activities to weekend events, Trackside supports Wilton teens in developmental tasks by providing them a place within the community, other than home and school, where they can be involved in healthy socialization and gain experience in participating as a citizen in a productive manner.
Trackside is a venue that stands against the illegal use of alcohol and illicit drugs and seeks to be an arena that advocates and advances the efforts of the community to reduce teens' participation in such activities. Trackside exists as a safe zone where teens can build social relationships and have fun in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment
Trackside is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization. While the town of Wilton covers a portion of staffing costs, Trackside must raise money to fund the balance of these costs as well as 100% of annual operating expenses, regular maintenance, facility upgrades and programming designed to reach out and appeal to a broad cross-section of teenagers.
Acting as a hub within the community of teen activity - designed by teens and for teens - Trackside provides ample opportunity for teens to engage in healthy alternative activities. From open hours and afterschool activities to weekend events, Trackside supports Wilton teens in developmental tasks by providing them a place within the community, other than home and school, where they can be involved in healthy socialization and gain experience in participating as a citizen in a productive manner.
Trackside is a venue that stands against the illegal use of alcohol and illicit drugs and seeks to be an arena that advocates and advances the efforts of the community to reduce teens' participation in such activities. Trackside exists as a safe zone where teens can build social relationships and have fun in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment
Trackside is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization. While the town of Wilton covers a portion of staffing costs, Trackside must raise money to fund the balance of these costs as well as 100% of annual operating expenses, regular maintenance, facility upgrades and programming designed to reach out and appeal to a broad cross-section of teenagers.
2020 Board of Directors
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Board President
FORREST CLOSE Vice President JOHN WYMAN Treasurer ROBERT LENIHAN Secretary LORI FIELDS |
At Large Directors
BUD BOUCHER DAVE FLYNN MEREDITH GILMOR KELLY MAGNER DONNA PETERSON MIKE SHEEHY GREG SOMMER OLGA ZARGOS-TRAUB Student Board Directors CRICKETT SAFKO ('21) MICKEY WILCOX ('21) ExOfficio Director SARAH HEATH |
Trackside Teen Center is a registered SafePlace
Teens and kids, If you or another you know needs help, call 203.661.1911 or Text "4HELP"
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Photos and videos may be taken during drop-in hours, programs, events and rentals for promotional and behavior review purposes. For more information about programs, events or rentals please, contact Trackside at info@trackside.org or 203-834-2888 Trackside, the Teen Center of Wilton is a privately funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing the youth of Wilton and surrounding towns with a safe and supervised drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free gathering place to build self esteem and develop healthy relationships after school and on weekends. To make a tax deductible donation or volunteer, please contact us at info@trackside.org. Trackside Teen Center of Wilton and it's programs, camps and special events are not licensed by the CT Office of Early Childhood. © Trackside, the Teen Center of Wilton. All rights reserved. |