Instructor: Princess Usi and Cynthia Drayton

Fee: Free

Ages: Grades 9th - 12th

Time: Every other Tuesday, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: PCR Conference Room

The Unalaska Teen Council is a youth-led leadership program dedicated to empowering teens to be active role models and community advocates. Open to high school students in grades 9–12, Teen Council meets every other Tuesday to discuss, plan, and implement projects that support local youth and community development through the lens of parks and recreation.

Mission Statement:

The Unalaska Teen Council is a group of ambitious, charismatic teen leaders engaging in community outreach. We strive to promote youth empowerment by giving a voice to Unalaska’s emerging leaders. We believe that our diverse perspectives and passions motivate our service.

Through structured meetings, volunteer events, and community engagement opportunities, members gain valuable experience in leadership, public speaking, event planning, and service learning. Teens also have the opportunity to represent Unalaska at local and statewide youth leadership events.

Key Responsibilities of Teen Council Members:

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Meet the minimum signed volunteer hour requirement based on grade level:

  • Freshmen: 10 hours

  • Sophomores: 20 hours

  • Juniors: 30 hours

  • Seniors: 40 hours

• Consistently attend scheduled meetings and community events

• Serve as a positive role model for peers and younger youth

How to Apply:

Application Forms Available: Monday, December 1, 2025

📍 Where to Pick Up Forms:

• Community Center Front Desk

• Unalaska High School Front Office

Submission Deadline: Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM

📍 Where to Submit Completed Applications:

• Community Center Front Desk

• Unalaska High School Front Office

• Directly to Princess Usi or Cynthia Drayton

📋 Application Requirements:

• Completed application form

• Signed verification of minimum volunteer hours

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

• 1–2 page essay (choose from provided prompts)

• At least one letter of recommendation

📆 Review Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
📬 Notification: Selected applicants will be contacted prior to a Teen Council meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026

For More Information:
Contact Princess Usi at pusi@unalaska.gov or call 907-581-1297 ext. 5107
Or reach out to Cynthia Drayton at cdrayton@unalaska.gov or call 907-581-1297 ext. 5106

Celebrate February with a fun, meaningful, and engaging evening created just for our teens! The Sweetheart Game Show is happening on February 13, 2026, and is designed especially for teen couples. This youth-led event blends laughter, competition, and learning as couples participate in a playful game-show style experience. 🎤✨

Because February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Teen Council is partnering with USAFV to help educate teens on healthy relationships, communication, boundaries, and recognizing signs of unhealthy or unsafe behavior. This event creates a safe, supportive environment where teens can have fun and gain important tools for building respectful relationships. 💛

Event Details

• 🗓 Date: February 13, 2026

• ⏰ Time: TBD

• 📍 Location: PCR

• 💲 Cost: Free

• 🍕 Food Provided

• 🎁 Prizes Included

• 👥 Hosted by Teen Council in partnership with USAFV

What to Expect

Teens can look forward to:

• A fun, game-show style competition

• Interactive questions and activities for couples

• Discussions that highlight healthy relationships, respect, and communication

• Free food, giveaways, and prizes

• A positive, supervised space to learn and connect

Why This Event Matters

Teen Council created the Sweetheart Game Show to both celebrate relationships and bring awareness to the importance of safety, consent, and mutual respect. By working with USAFV, our goal is to empower teens with knowledge and confidence—while still giving them a night filled with fun, connection, and memories. 💖🌟

Midnight Madness is a high-energy event created by our Teen Council to give teens a fun, safe, and exciting night to just be themselves. Designed by teens, for teens, it brings students together for games, friendly challenges, and social connection in a supervised, positive environment. It’s all about making memories, building community, and giving our youth a space of their own for the night. 😎✨

Event Details

• 🗓 Date: March 20, 2026

• ⏰ Time: 8:00 PM–12:00 Midnight

• 🚪 Doors Close: 8:30 PM (no late entry)

• 💵 Cost: $7 per participant

• 📍 Location: PCR

• 🍕 Food Provided

• 👥 Supervised by PCR Staff

Registration

Registration is required and must be completed before the event.

• 📅 Opens February 20, 2026

• 📞 Call 907-581-1297 to register

• 💲 $7 payment must be made before entering

Important Safety Notes

• No re-entry

• No leaving the building during the event

• Teens may only leave early if a parent/guardian contacts PCR

• Pick-up is at 12:00 midnight only 🚗🌙

Join us for a night full of fun, friendly competition, and teen-centered energy — Midnight Madness is the place to be! 🎉🌙

Mini Madness is a kid-friendly afternoon of games, movement, and fun designed for our younger elementary students. This event gives K–5 children a chance to laugh, explore, and play in a safe, supervised setting. Created to build confidence, friendship, and community spirit, Mini Madness brings kids together for a joyful day designed especially for them. 🎉😊

Event Details

• 🗓 Date: March 27, 2026

• ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

• 💵 Cost: $7 per participant

• 📍 Location: PCR

• 🍎 Snacks Provided

• 👥 Supervised by PCR Staff

Registration

Registration is required and must be completed before the event.

• 📅 Opens February 20, 2026

• 📞 Call 907-581-1297 to register

• 💲 $7 payment must be made before entering

Important Notes

• No re-entry

• No leaving the building unless a parent/guardian checks the child out

• Pick-up is at 5:00 PM — please be on time! 🚗✨

Join us for an afternoon filled with games, laughter, and kid-friendly excitement — Mini Madness is the place to be! 🎈🎉

Our Teen Council Thrift Shop is a community-driven clothing swap created to support families, reduce waste, and give gently used items a new life. This youth-led event encourages sustainability, generosity, and community connection. Teen Council members collect, sort, and organize donated clothing so families can browse and take what they need — completely free. ♻️💛

Clothing Donations

We invite community members to donate gently used clothing for children, teens, and adults. All donations help support Teen Council’s youth-led projects and events.

• Donation bins will be available starting March 30, 2025.

• Clothes should be dropped off two weeks before the event so our Teen Council members have time to sort and prepare.

Drop-Off Locations

You may donate clothing at:

• 📍 PCR Front Desk

• 📍 Unalaska City School District Main Office

Event Details

• 🗓 Date: April 12, 2026

• ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

• 📌 Location: Burma Road Chapel

• 💲 Cost: Free — come browse and take what you need!

• 👥 Hosted by Teen Council

This thrift shop is a wonderful way to recycle, share, and support our youth. Bring what you can, take what you need, and help make a meaningful impact in our community. ♻️💛