Our mission at The Teen Leadership Project (a Missional Outreach of the Human Formation Coalition): Helping teens discern their unique gifts and live a life of purpose through leadership, mission, and faith-based opportunities.
Everyone needs a WHY. A purpose and a plan. To feel fulfillment. Unlock your hidden potential. See that everyone was made to lead in God’s kingdom. Unleash your talents on the world through love and service.
Teen Leadership Program Journey - For Middle and High School Students (Fall/Spring Sessions)
Local Mission Trip (anticipated to be 8 am- 10 pm, Sat. October 17)
In this unique program, students will meet monthly to practice leadership skills through exercises. Each month, a new skill will be taught and all students will have the opportunity to participate. In this program, fun is key and all program offerings will be interactive. You will complete tasks like the Marshmallow Challenge, where you are given limited supplies and must create the tallest tower. Each month’s challenges will be new and will hone your team building, communication, and leadership skills. These opportunities to practice leadership are invaluable. We will continue to offer a faith-filled atmosphere that builds on our four pillars of human formation.
Students in grades 5-12 can participate and will be grouped by age. High school students will have opportunities to lead younger student groups. All students will practice leadership skills and be an example to others in our community through chaperoned service at/for local charities.
Each session (fall/spring) includes:
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Up to 30 hours of session, service, and coaching time
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Including up to 10 hours service retreat/local mission,
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1 hour of individual mentoring with Perfect Fit College Coaching (will only be offered once, regardless of sessions participated)- (offered beginning in 7th grade),
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3 hours of personal Strengths coaching or coaching with student and parent/ age dependent (an additional $300 value). This will only be included once/year. Prior students will also receive a deeper level of coaching.
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Students will also receive a Gallup StrengthsFinder book or tool (age-dependent) ($25 value) and online assessment ($20 value).
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Presidential Volunteer Service Awards and Certified Teen Leader Awards will be earned through this program (restrictions apply).
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Adventure/Leadership Programs anticipated to be held at Pro Bike + Run North Park. Program/parts of program will be held virtually if dictated by public health authorities.
Session 1 - Tentative Dates: (Session 1 - Sept- Dec; Session 2- Jan- April- dates TBD)
Sept. 14- Adventure/Leadership Challenge 1 “Olympics” with Mentor Coach Dave Gray 7-8:45 pm. On this special date, participating students will be practicing inviting (evangelizing) and welcoming a friend.
Sept. 27- “Be The Light” Awards Banquet - for all past and current students, and community leader honorees. Each student who has participated with us will be eligible for a certificate, and many will receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Teens will also earn service hours for their volunteerism at this event. Time TBD (6-9 pm anticipated with varied time slots)
October 5- Adventure/Leadership Challenge 2 -Food Science and Art Challenges with Adult Mentors CMU Professor, Phil LeDuc, and Professional Artist Lorrie Minnocozzi. 7-8:45 pm
October 17- Local Mission to Sacred Gate Blueberry Farm in Apollo, PA. 8 am-10 pm anticipated.
November 9- Community Mentors/College Event with Perfect Fit College Coaching (Middle School focus will be hands-on job demo). Parents encouraged to attend. 7-8:45 pm
November 16- Meal Making for the Homeless Service Event. Time TBD.
Week of December 7- Toy Drive Service Event Time. TBD
December 14- Adventure/Leadership Challenge 3- Extreme Athlete Challenge with Iron Man mentor Mark Hunkele. 7-8:45 pm.
Who: 5th-12th grade students
Who: 5th-12th grade students
Cost per session: Session 1- $500. Session 2- $500. $50 discount for choosing both sessions at initial sign-up. $25 sibling discount per session.
** All dates, times, locations are subject to change.
Please email
theteenleadershipproject@gmail.com for more information.