Youth Groups

CORE facilitates five youth groups that meet weekly rotating between New Dimensions Charter School, Bigfoot Climbing Gym, and various “Special Meeting” spots. On weekends, CORE students and eager parents come together for outdoor adventures across Western North Carolina. The experience and skill gained throughout the year culminates in an extended wilderness expedition during the summer.

For more details about weekly meetings, weekend trips, special meeting service projects, or wilderness expeditions:

Explore Our Program

"The CORE Pond"

Weekly meeting times and age groups:

Newts

Boys ages 7 to 9
Thursday 4:30 to 5:45

Coming Spring 2026!

Tadpoles

Girls ages 7 to 9

Wednesday 4:30 to 5:45

Salamanders

Boys ages 10 to 12

Thursday 4:30 to 6:00

Frogs

Girls ages 10 to 12

Wednesday 6:00 to 7:30

Amphibians

Co-ed ages 13 to 18

Thursday 6:00 to 7:30

Interested in Enrolling a Student?

We invite anyone interested in CORE to contact us directly via email. Prospective families are encouraged to attend a weekly meeting to determine if CORE is the right fit before committing to join. New students can enroll at anytime! Spots fill up fast, so please reach out to secure a place in a group or on the waitlist.

MorgantonCORE@gmail.com

Tuition

Tuition is set at $150 for Tadpoles, Newts, and Siblings, and $180 for Frogs, Salamanders, and Amphibians, payable monthly from September to May. Each month's tuition grants access to a variety of valuable experiences and resources, including:

Four weekly educational meetings centered around environmental education, community service, or technical recreation skills.
One to three thoughtfully organized weekend adventures.
Transportation Support
Equipment Lending
Comprehensive program-wide insurance.
Expert instruction and guidance from certified instructors.
A sense of community and opportunities for interpersonal growth.

CORE is committed to making the program accessible and affordable for all families. Scholarships are available for students. For more information on our scholarship program, please reach out!

"CORE teaches kids to cheer each other on, lift each other up, and work hard together to achieve their goals. CORE builds positive self esteem and surrounds my daughter with positive role models. We love this community!" - Shea Magill (CORE Parent)