SKI PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK YOUTH — SAN FRANCI… BLOG
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by Gabriel M. on April 26, 2010
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PROJECT SUMMARY
Young people living in San Francisco’s public housing communities are exposed to serious challenges that often prevent them from reaching their full potential. Gang violence, drug abuse, teen pregnancy, and the temptation to drop out of school are all risks that these children encounter simply as a result of where they live. Since 2004, City of Dreams has served young people between the ages of 10 and 14 who live in San Francisco’s low income housing. Guided by a bold vision to end the generational poverty cycle in the city’s most challenged neighborhoods, City of Dreams offers an innovative two-year mentorship program. Participating young people are challenged to reach their highest potential through Experiential Learning Events. These events teach participants to solve problems, overcome fears, work as a team, try new things, explore their creative impulses, embrace support, and recognize their potential. Throughout the program, trained mentors help their partnered kids “connect the dots” between what they encounter and the life lessons embedded in every event. This project will allow 20 at-risk youth and 10 mentors to participate in an overnight Ski Trip at Northstar in Tahoe. As part of the event, mentees with the help of their mentors will focus on the life lessons of hope and trust. For most youth in City of Dreams, this is trip represents their first opportunity to see snow. As a result, the prospect of skiing or snowboarding offers a significant opportunity for participants to learn the value of embracing new possibilities and relying on one another. Together, these at-risk young people will "connect the dots" between the life lessons they experience on Tahoe's slopes and the struggles they face in their daily lives.
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