A Brief Introduction

After three weeks as the Teen Center's new supervisor, it seems about time that I post a brief introduction of myself. So...

Hi. My name's Damien Howell and I'm the new supervisor at the PORT Teen Center. Professionally, I have a background in education, primarily secondary English. Personally, I've called Freeport my home for the vast majority of my life, which, if anything, means I am a graduate of Freeport High School. In my free time, I pursue a wide range of hobbies and interests, which range from playing the guitar to Japanese culture, book arts to video games.

I am very happy to be a member of the PORT community and am excited about contributing to it in my own unique ways.

That said, I wish you all a Happy Holidays.

The PORT's Vacation Hours

With school vacation coming up, we wanted to be sure you knew our operating hours for the break.

Dec. 23rd - Holiday Cookie Party for grades 9-12. From 12:00-4:00 we'll be decorating delicious holiday cookies and viewing that holiday favorite, Elf.
Dec. 24th & 25th - CLOSED
Dec. 28th - Movie Monday, open 12:00-4:00.
Dec. 29th - Pool Tournament Tuesday, open 12:00-4:00
Dec. 30th - Mariokart Wii Wednesday, open 12:00-4:00
Dec. 31st & Jan 1st - CLOSED

Stop by and say hello!

Delicious & Nutritious

This month, the Trailblazers participants have been enjoying some great Asian cooking classes with local chef and educator Chris Toy. Teens have been able to participate in every aspect of meal prep, and enjoy eating their creations. Highlights so far include learning to roll our own egg rolls, as well as making a delicious won ton soup. Things have been getting a little messy in the FCS kitchen, but we've been having a lot of fun!

Dodgeball Fun

The PORT held our first-ever dodgeball night for FHS students this past Friday night, and it was a great success! Over 30 teens turned out for a full hour of dodging, ducking, and diving at Mast Landing School:
If you missed out, plan to join us on December 18th from 8:00-9:00pm at Mast Landing School gym. You do need a release form to play, which can be downloaded from the Facebook group THE Dodgeball League. One form covers you for the whole school year, so what are you waiting for?