An elevator pitch or speech is very short, persuasive and designed to create interest in a project, idea, product—or even yourself. According to MindTools, a good elevator speech should be interesting, memorable, and succinct. It needs to explain what makes you unique. And it should be no longer than a short elevator ride—20 to 30 seconds. Believing that self-empowerment starts with self-confidence, we have been using elevator speeches as part of our summer program curriculum. It all starts by working with the students to help them define themselves. That includes using gratitude journals that students use to write about what they’re grateful for and self-esteem journals that contain … [Read more...] about Selling yourself in 30 seconds or less
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STEAM Careers Realized
This summer, our older students participated in an innovative eight-week “Maker Model” program at the Opportunity Hub (OHUB). The program emphasizes the importance of allowing students to create products that solve real-world problems. The new [email protected] Innovation Campus is a joint venture with Herman J. Russell that offers over 4,300 square feet of communal and collaborative co-working. The STEAM Career & Work Readiness Summer Start-Up Program is a comprehensive training and support program for 8th through 12th grade students. It’s an extension of our Summer Youth Intern Workforce program, which provides internship opportunities as a participation incentive for older youth in Future … [Read more...] about STEAM Careers Realized
Stakeholder Spotlight: Javana Monson-Hodges
One in a series of profiles of the people who make our work possible. Javana is Program Manager of our Reef House Learning Center. Her recent graduation from Atlanta Technical College with an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Business Administration helped motivate Future Foundation students to focus on their own high school graduation. Javana also has certification in Child Development from Laney and Merritt College in Oakland, California, and earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential from Spelman College. Where do you live? College Park Describe your current activities at Future Foundation. I serve as the Program Manager of the Reef House Learning Center, where … [Read more...] about Stakeholder Spotlight: Javana Monson-Hodges
Post Event Update: American Promise Movie Screening, Panel Discussion, & Essay Contest
On November 11, Future Foundation presented, A Conversation With Our Sons, a panel discussion and film screening designed to equip the audience with skills to successfully raise African American males and provide them with heroes in their lives in the form of mentors. In addition to the film screening, male students at Tri-Cities High School participated in an essay contest where they reflected on what it means to be a successful young man in America, barriers faced, and what it takes to overcome obstacles. Congratulations to our first-prize essay winner, Eugene Teah. He will receive a cash prize. Read his moving essay. … [Read more...] about Post Event Update: American Promise Movie Screening, Panel Discussion, & Essay Contest
Project R.E.S.T.O.R.E. helps restore lives
Getting back on your feet after a brush with the law isn’t easy. But that’s exactly what the RESTORE Project is all about. Its long name is Reentry Enhanced Services & Training Optimizing Restorative Experiences, and its purpose is to restore positive opportunities and get kids who have been in the juvenile justice system back on track. To learn how effective the program can be, just ask Robert Fleming, 22, who started with RESTORE in January 2013. “I joined the RESTORE Project to help get myself to a better place,” he said. “Before joining, I did not have much going. I was unemployed and engaging in activities that were not getting me anywhere. I was seeking something to stimulate … [Read more...] about Project R.E.S.T.O.R.E. helps restore lives
Project R.E.S.T.O.R.E. Presents A Restorative Justice Event: Stop The Violence 3 on 3 B-Ball Tournament
WHEN: October 5, 2013 12p-3p WHERE: Dunbar Gym, 477 Windsor St. Atlanta, GA 30312 *FREE EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC* 1st Place Giftcards*; First 25 guests will receive a FREE T-shirt. CONTACT/RSVP: Audrey Prim [email protected] (404) 474-7479 … [Read more...] about Project R.E.S.T.O.R.E. Presents A Restorative Justice Event: Stop The Violence 3 on 3 B-Ball Tournament
