Goodman Community Center | Lussier LOFT Teen Center
The center will be CLOSED on all day on Monday, March 16, due to hazardous weather conditions. All programs and events are canceled, including all meal programs, the Fitness Center, and childcare.
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Lussier LOFT Teen Center

Offering teens multi-faceted, targeted programming that builds identity, job skills and their relationship with Madison and beyond.

Support LOFT

LOFT is here for fun, inclusive experiences to explore, learn and create together.

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Middle School

Programs for middle school youth designed to enhance their success at school, at home and in the community.
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High School

College and career readiness and enrichment clubs, all in one place.
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TEENworks

Paying jobs for teens to learn critical employment skills in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Staff create program opportunities designed to support middle and high school students as they envision and build their futures for themselves.

Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, including teen employment opportunities.

To families:

We believe families are the foundation for lifelong learning, and we support each other by sharing resources, responsibilities and celebrating together.

To community:

Middle and high school students are vital members of our community. Our goal is to build mutually beneficial relationships with community partners to provide opportunities for youth to engage in a meaningful way.

To Madison's Youth: You belong here

You can find new passions, support, friends, academic help, adventure, community, new experiences, fun. Check what we have for middle and high school students above.

Community Engagement
  • Leadership development
  • Youth voice
  • Volunteer projects
  • Family engagement
  • School partnerships
Health and Wellness
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Mental health services
  • Healthy lifestyle learning
  • Culinary programming
Academic Enrichment
  • College and career readiness
  • Tutor support
  • Financial literacy
  • Study halls and study groups
  • STEM programming
Culture and Identity
  • Gendered programming
  • Social justice education

Happenings

From field trips to science experiments to collaborations with local artists and academics, there's always a lot going on at our teen center.

See Our Latest Stories

“I've grown a lot. I'm more open with others. And I like how the staff keep me going — they motivate and encourage me. If I'm good at something, they always acknowledge it.”

- LOFT Teen Participant

For more information about Lussier LOFT at the Goodman Community Center contact:

Howard Hayes

Middle School - Assistant Director of Youth & Community Development
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Vernon Hill

High School Manager
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Trevor Moores

TEENworks Manager
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