Program Elements


We made sure that Kids Now is not school after school.  kids.now is a fun, positive and safe learning environment!  Our program will empower youth with the following 8 life success skills:

 

1. SELF-ESTEEM & CONFIDENCE

“Self awareness is the first step in learning and building confidence from within.

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Understanding Who I Am
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Strengths, Skills &Values
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Embracing strengths & weaknesses
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Celebrating myself
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Believe in potential
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif With Self-Esteem peer pressure has no power over me

2. VISION & GOAL SETTING

“Goal setting is a powerful tool for motivating and leading ourselves to reach our greatest potential.”

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Setting long term goals
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Measuring & Assessing progress
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Creative Solution Management
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gifTime Management

3. RELATIONSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS

“Building positive, productive relationships through powerful and effective communication.”

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Giving & receiving feedback: positive, constructive & negative
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Verbal communication skills and non-verbal communication skills
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Learning how to listen
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Speaking and presenting

4. CONFLICT RESOLUTION

“Learning strategies to effectively resolve conflict so that everybody wins”

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Six step solution to conflict
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif The power of empathy and appreciating diversity
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Problem solving
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif  Anti-bullying: Learn to identify and respond to bullying

5. STRESS MANAGEMENT

“Learn tools and techniques for positively managing stress”

http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Top 5 Ways to Chill
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Healthy Living Choices
http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/103112/single-star-black-design.gif Identify and understand stressors