Three phases. twelve milestones. one road.

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Three phases. twelve milestones. one road. *

  • Week 01 - Starting Point

    Orientation: Community-building, personal story circles, expectations, psychological safety

    Week 02 - Weather on the Road

    Mental Health: Anxiety, depression, stress cycles, recognizing internal signals, asking for help

    Week 03 - Climbing the Mountain

    Academic Pressure: Executive function, study plans, test anxiety, balancing responsibility

    Week 04 - Navigating the Noise

    Social Media Influence: Digital footprint, cyber pressure, curated identities vs. reality

  • Week 05 - Hazards on the Path

    Bullying & Cyberbullying: Recognizing bullying patterns, bystander empowerment, safe reporting

    Week 06 - Dangerous Detours

    Alcohol & Substance Abuse: Real-world consequences, peer pressure, addiction pathways

    Week 07 - Roadblocks and Red Flags

    Gun Violence: Trauma responses, community violence triggers, prevention strategies

    Week 08 - Rules of the Road

    Legal & Financial Literacy: Youth rights, interactions with law enforcement, basic financial literacy, contracts, credit, and “Did You Know” legal facts

  • Week 09 - Becoming a Road Builder

    Civic Engagement: Voting, volunteering, advocacy, and understanding community systems

    Week 10 - Inventing New Routes

    Innovation & Intellectual Property: Patents, trademarks, copyrights, creative ownership

    Week 11 - Exploration and Exposure

    Field Trip Week: Options may include college campus tour, local businesses and innovation hubs, tech labs, courts, design studios, recording studios, cultural museums, or nature excursions

    Week 12 - The Mile Marker Celebration

    Celebration & Next Steps: Showcase of group projects and innovations, recognition certificates.

THE 12-WEEK JOURNEY