the Believe it. achieve it. programs and activities

Encourages Goal Setting, Self Discipline and Skill Development

• Mentoring one-on-one  and In Small Group Sessions
• Building a Positive Self Image 
• Life Skills Training
• Etiquette and Good Manners: The value of being your best self
• Guest Speaker Workshops
• Community Service Projects 

 Encouraging Academic Achievement  & Graduation

• Back to School Supplies 
• Tutoring & Homework Assistance
• On Line Tools and Support 
• Bookworm: Reading Activities to Promote Literacy
• "Mathletics:  Everyday Math Activities 
• Drop Out Prevention and Intervention

 Preparing for School, Jobs & Careers

• College  Readiness & Preparation 
• Job & Career Choices
• Applications and Expectations: Your Best Foot Forward

Budgeting, Economic Literacy and Entrepreneurship

• Establishing & managing a budget; Opening & Managing a Checking Account
• Introduction to Investing 
• Starting Your Own Business  

Interaction with Community and Business Leaders as Role Models

• Promotes Self Confidence and Self Esteem
• Examining  Careers 
• Building  Communications Skills
• Developing  Leadership and Team Building Skills
• Establishing Goals and Overcoming Obstacles

Building Strong Bodies & Strong Minds

• Group Activities and Field Trips
• Health and Nutrition: You are What You Eat
• Activities to Build Movement and Athletic Skills
• Healthy Body Awareness 
• Activities to Build Cooperation, Teamwork, and a Healthy Competitive Spirit

RAVE! LEARNING PODS

Remote Academy for Virtual Education

• During the 2020-21 COVID school year, we launched  sponsorship  & daily support for a free  family/neighborhood  in person remote learning site (pods), with internet connectivity and facilitators
• "Learning pods" are in person spaces that provide a safe place with adult supervision and internet connectivity for students to access all remote learning provided by the School System 
• School day and after school activities provided FREE
•  Supports Shepherd's House Equity in Education Initiatives