Youth Development - Kids Beat
Program Area:
Youth Development
Location:
Southeast Missouri
Objectives:
- Elevate self-esteem, confidence, and self -improvement through educational training
- Empower youth and communities through education and cultural experience
- Prevention of substance abuse (illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco) and teen pregnancy prevention
Summary of Work:
Lincoln University Youth Development Kids’ Beat program has more than 1000 enrolled students that participate in a variety of activities. Activities promote leadership development, conflict resolution, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and assist in the acquisition and application of knowledge and resources.
Students enrolled in the program learn about many topics including, but not limited to: social competencies, problem solving, verbal and written skills, and academic excellence.
Impact:
An important part of the mission of Lincoln University is to enrich and empower youth in a geographically and economically depressed area. Kids’ Beat inspires students to reach their fullest potential through education and preventive activities.
For More Information, Contact:
Sherry Maxwell, Program Assistant II
Lincoln University Cooperative Extension - Lilbourn Office
Rt D and River Rd
Lilbourn, MO 63862
Phone: (573)688-2824
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