 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 preventionLincoln 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. Summary: 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 Email: MaxwellS@LincolnU.edu |