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Real Skills.
Real Scenarios.
A Certificate to Show for It.

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The LifeLong program is a program designed for teenagers ages 13 to 17, but open to all ages, covering the practical, real-world skills that life absolutely requires.

Program Overview

Each course builds on the last. 

Teens don't just learn in isolation. They see how financial literacy connects to career planning, how public speaking connects to confidence, and how home economics connects to independence.

 

At the end of this program, every teen receives a certificate of completion they can reference on a resume, in a job application, or simply carry with them as proof that they showed up, did the work and want to invest in themselves for continuing education.

 

Classes can meet once a week, once a quarter, be tailored to a summer camp programs or youth camps. This program can be customized for existing organizations such as ROTC groups, Boy Scout troops, or youth programs to fit into their current cadence.

The Curriculum

Financial Literacy

Money doesn't come with a manual, but it should. We teach teenagers how credit cards work, what an APR actually means, how to write a check, and how to manage debt. We help them start building the financial foundation that follows them for the rest of their lives.

Public Speaking & Confidence

How you carry yourself in a room matters. We teach teenagers how to use their voice, make eye contact, shake hands, and speak with confidence. These are the skills that open doors in every area of life.

Life & Home Skills

Cooking a meal, doing laundry, and keeping a clean space are not small things. They are the building blocks of independence. We make sure every teen leaves knowing how to take care of themselves and their home/living space.

Tactical Skills

A flat tire doesn't care how old you are. We cover the hands-on, practical skills that most adults wish someone had taught them sooner, from changing a tire to checking your oil. We make sure teenagers aren't caught off guard by real life.

Career Awareness

What does it actually look like to be a doctor, a lawyer, or a tradesperson? Teens will get real exposure to careers they might be considering, so they can make informed decisions before investing time and money into a path.

And More...

The courses are interconnected and build on each other, wrapping up with an integrated review of everything learned throughout the program.

The Curriculum

Financial Literacy

Money doesn't come with a manual, but it should. We teach teenagers how credit cards work, what an APR actually means, how to write a check, and how to manage debt. We help them start building the financial foundation that follows them for the rest of their lives.

Public Speaking & Confidence

How you carry yourself in a room matters. We teach teenagers how to use their voice, make eye contact, shake hands, and speak with confidence. These are the skills that open doors in every area of life.

Life & Home Skills

Cooking a meal, doing laundry, and keeping a clean space are not small things. They are the building blocks of independence. We make sure every teen leaves knowing how to take care of themselves and their home/living space.

Tactical Skills

A flat tire doesn't care how old you are. We cover the hands-on, practical skills that most adults wish someone had taught them sooner, from changing a tire to checking your oil. We make sure teenagers aren't caught off guard by real life.

Career Awareness

What does it actually look like to be a doctor, a lawyer, or a tradesperson? Teens will get real exposure to careers they might be considering, so they can make informed decisions before investing time and money into a path.

And More...

The courses are interconnected and build on each other, wrapping up with an integrated review of everything learned throughout the program.

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The Gap Is Real

70 – 80%

Of Tennessee youth aging out of foster care face homelessness, addiction, or incarceration by 21

1 in 5

Tennessee children grow up in poverty, above the national average

800+

Young people age out of Tennessee's foster care system every year

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