THE CHALLENGE

Too many of our children are being lost, left out, or left behind as they muddle their way through the difficult middle school years. These promising adolescents are experiencing great change. They are undergoing a difficult physical biochemical metamorphosis as their bodies mature. They are also facing intense social pressure as they struggle to redefine who they are and how they relate to their peers and the adults around them

Successfully navigating this phase of their lives will lead to a limitless future where they can realize their full potential and enjoy their lives to the fullest. Unfortunately, however, the uncertainty of this phase in their lives often leads to loss of self-esteem and disconnection or worse, destructive and antisocial behavior. Without an opportunity to re-connect, our children stop dreaming, stop trying, and even stop caring, about themselves and others. This does not have to happen!