SPARC Youth Programs

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SPARC: Sports, Programs & Activities Reuniting Community

SPARC (Sports, Programs & Activities Reuniting Community) is the umbrella over all our youth programs, providing youth in our community with opportunities to engage in fun sports and new experiences while learning life and leadership skills under the mentorship of Mesa Police Officers. SPARC adopts a proactive and positive approach to empowering youth, focusing on enrichment and growth rather than intervention.

Sports

In collaboration with Mesa Public Schools, we offer athletic workshops in sports like basketball and soccer, tailored for youth who might not otherwise have access to these extracurricular activities. Our goal is to provide a fun environment where participants can develop their skills in teamwork and leadership while engaging in healthy physical activity.

Programs

Our various programs allow youth to experience police operations, while also building essential life skills like leadership, relationship building, and self-confidence. Programs, such as our Youth Leadership Academy and Teen Community Engagement Academy, provide a platform for youth to learn and grow alongside Mesa Police Officers, community leaders, and other public safety professionals.

Activities

Various other activities hosted throughout the year give youth across Mesa an opportunity to practice and develop crucial skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood. Through SPARC, we are committed to nurturing the potential in every young person we serve.

Coming Up!

Teen Court, run by the Maricopa County Juvenile Probation Department, plays an important role in educating young people about law and citizenship. It provides a courtroom atmosphere in which students hear the circumstances involved in a violation that has occurred at school or in the community. Participants must be between the ages of 13 and 17.

Upcoming Dates

  • February 10, 2025
  • March 24, 2025
  • April 14, 2025
  • May 12, 2025

Email PDYouth@mesaaz.gov for details.