Through dynamic experiences, TeenPact seeks to inspire youth in their relationship with Christ and train them to understand the political process, value their liberty, defend the Christian faith, and engage the culture around them. “Changing lives to change the world” is more than a vision statement to us. It’s what we do every day.
At TeenPact, we believe students learn best by doing. That’s why our State Classes are comprised of focused hands-on leadership training. With classes offered across the nation and for students ages 8-19, young people will quickly discover how to embrace their call as the next generation of leaders through the unique tools, teaching, and opportunities TeenPact provides.
Our Alumni Events take students deeper in their relationship with Christ as they build lasting community and grow through intentional leadership training. While events activities range from meeting legislators on Capitol Hill to team building in South Dakota, the focus is the same – training students to be influential and servant-hearted leaders.
Anita Carrette, State Coordinator • 605-261-5996 • [email protected]
The Four Day Class is a dynamic, hands-on leadership experience where Students learn about state government from a Christian worldview. Students gather at their local State Capitol to run for Student office, participate in a mock legislature, and learn about how they can be effective leaders in their community back home. For Students ages 13-19.
Please arrive at Community Bible Church by 12:45 p.m. on Monday. If you will be traveling from out of town, you may leave your luggage in your vehicle for the afternoon, or drop it off at your hotel prior to arrival. No luggage is permitted inside the classroom. Please eat lunch before you arrive.
Please review our Dress Code before attending the class.
Please park in the parking lot South of the church and enter in through the main doors under the large portico.
Please click here for directions to Community Bible Church.
We are pleased to offer catered lunches to all Students at the Four Day Class, included in the cost of the Four Day Program.
On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, TeenPact offers Evening Sessions that give Students the opportunity to relax and fellowship with like-minded peers in a more casual environment. Students play games, participate in small groups, enjoy a time of worship, and are challenged by a message from the Class Director. Evening Sessions are an integral part of the TeenPact experience, allowing Students to combine the academic emphasis in class with a spiritual focus on Students’ relationships with God and one another. We often like to say, “TeenPact is so much more than what happens at the capitol!” Parents are invited as well.
Evening Sessions will be held at the South Dakota Army National Guard Armory. Directions can be found here.
We are pleased to offer home-cooked dinners at an affordable cost to Four Day Students and families who plan to attend Evening Sessions, thanks to the dedicated hard work of several parent volunteers. The cost of dinner will be $15 per person for three nights, or $20 per person for four nights. If you are interested in purchasing dinners for Evening Sessions, please contact Anita Carrette by Friday, February 18, and plan to bring exact cash to class check-in.
Note: Discounted dinner is available for tag-along siblings under the age of 12.
Parents are welcome and encouraged to stay and observe the Four Day class. We love having parents learning right alongside their Student! If you’re unable to stay for the class, please join us for graduation on Thursday beginning at 1:00 p.m. During graduation, Students participate in a short mock legislative session, hear speeches from the elected officials, hear a charge from the Program Director, receive graduation certificates and much more!
The Political Communication Workshop trains Students to analyze and interpret public presentations through a variety of activities and discussions. Students are challenged to develop critical thinking skills as they learn what communication looks like in the political realm. For Students ages 13-19.
Please review our Dress Code before attending the class.
There is a large parking area on the north side of the Capitol, but it fills up quickly. You are likely to end up parking along East Broadway Avenue which runs along the north side of the Capitol and the Capitol Lake. Please be prepared to walk outside a few “blocks” from your car to the Captiol.
Click here for a map to the South Dakota State Capitol.
We are pleased to offer catered lunches to all Students at the Political Communication Workshop, included in the cost of the Political Communication Workshop.
Parents may either drop off their Student at the class or stay and observe the class. We love having parents learn alongside their Student!
The One Day Class is an action-packed day full of exciting experiences that introduce Students to their state government using a dynamic, hands-on approach. Students are led by an energetic Staff Team as they explore their Capitol, pray for their leaders, discuss their mock legislation, and so much more! For Students ages 8-12.
Please review our Dress Code before attending the class.
Click here for a map to the Capitol Lake Visitor’s Center.
We are pleased to offer catered lunches to all Students and their families for the One Day Class. Please select the quantity of lunches you would like to purchase at time of online registration. Please bring a sack lunch for anyone in your group who did not register for catered lunch online at time of registration.
Parents are required to stay with their Students (and Students they may be chaperoning from another family) for the entire class.
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