Tamika's Adolescents Group Homes, Inc.

(Program Offered in Schools)

Program Name: Motivating the Teen Spirit

Program Description: Motivating the Teen Spirit (MTS) consists of nineteen different activities and is based on a learn-by-doing process that grabs and holds the attention of today's teenagers. The key activities include exercises on self-esteem, the power of communication and integrity. Participants reported significant improvement in the areas of communication, anger management, and self-esteem. The graduation ceremony includes parents, family members, staff, and youth advocates.

Target Populations:

Middle

High

Program Type:

Conflict Resolution

Health

Youth Leadership

Describe Weekend, Evening, Summer Services and Transportation Arrangements (if applicable):

Saturday, 10am - 6pm Sunday, 11am - 7pm

Schools where program is currently offered: McClymonds

Geographic Areas Served (current):

District 1 (North Oakland- Rockridge, Temescal, Claremont)

District 3 (West Oakland/Downtown - West Oakland, Jack London)

District 7 (East Oakland - Coliseum)

Geographic Areas for Expanded Service:

District 2 (East Oakland - China Town, East Lake, Grand Lake, San Antonio)

District 5 (East Oakland - Fruitvale)

Capacity to Deliver Services: There are 3 certified facilitators supported by 7 adult volunteers and 3 youth volunteers to accommodate up to 90 students.

Days per week: 2 Hours per day: 8 1/2

Student/Instructor Ratio: 30/3

Total number students (per school site): 600

Contract Fee Schedule: For $66,500 we would be able to serve 600 students over the school year at weekend workshops.

Instructor Cost/hour: $75 per hour