When students discover their own self-worth and approach life prepared to achieve, the opportunities are endless. This is the philosophy behind the Teen Leadership course for our 8^th Graders. The course teaches students to take responsibility, express themselves, and handle problems and decisions when they arise.

Outcomes: Through the Teen Leadership curriculum, students will:

• Develop a healthy self-concept, healthy relationships, and a sense of personal responsibility
• Understand Emotional Intelligence and the skills it measures, including self-awareness, self-control, self-motivation, and social skills
• Build skills in public speaking and communication as well as an understanding of personal image
• Develop an understanding of principle-based decision-making and learn to make responsible personal and financial decisions
• Recognize and resist peer pressure
• Learn to become better family members and citizens
• Appreciate the need for vision in goal-setting, personally and professionally

Teen Leadership prepares students for success in all they pursue, in and beyond school. The course follows an illustrated Student Manual that includes activities, handouts, and daily lessons.