Our organization partners with schools, community centers, churches, and parent groups to support male students from elementary school to 12th grade. We aim to assist these young men in achieving their aspirations and attaining favorable outcomes in all aspects of their lives.
THE DREAM KINGS MISSION
The Dream Kings Leadership Program mentors male youth in public speaking, project-based learning, social-emotional wellness, and leadership skills. So they can have strong, productive futures and live a life filled with Passion. Purpose & Power.
HOW WE DO IT
- COMPASSIONATE MENTORSHIP.
- CREATING A SAFE SPACE FOR SHARING.
- A CURATED CURRICULUM TO ENGAGE EACH YOUNG MAN.
- POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT STRATEGIES AND RECOGNITION.
- CONFLICT RESOLUTION STRATEGIES.
- LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION
- SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL WELLNESS DEVELOPMENT
- ACADEMIC SUCCESS STRATEGIES.
- PUBLIC SPEAKING PROJECTS.
- INTENTIONAL FOCUS ON SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLNESS.
- CONSTANT COLLABORATION WITH SCHOOL EDUCATORS AND ADMINISTRATION ON THE NEEDS OF THE STUDENTS.
THE DREAM KINGS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM IS HONORED AND AWARDED A GRANT BY THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT ASSOCIATION.
THE DREAM KINGS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM IS RECOGNIZED BY A SCHOOL DISTRICT DIRECTOR ON FM 92.7 & AM 1500 WLQV RADIO.
MORE ABOUT THE WORK OF THE DREAM KINGS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM.
DREAM KING LEADERSHIP PROGRAM BREAKTHROUGH DATA
- School absenteeism was cut in half in 2 years (46%- 23%).
- Disciplinarian incidents decreased by over 70% for participants.
- 90% of students said they felt better equipped to navigate life obstacles.
- 80% showed significant academic improvement and classroom participation.
- 88% felt that they are better public speakers and communicators.
- 85% of the students attend college or trade school programs.
- 88% are optimistic about their future.
- 86% have positive relationships in their life.
- 78% say they lead a purposeful and meaningful life.
*Data from 2019-2021 participants.
THE DREAM KINGS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM HIGH SCHOOL INDUCTION CEREMONY.
“I Am A King Filled With Passion, Purpose, and Power.” -- The Dream Kings Leadership Program Mantra
Black boys are 39% less likely to drop out of school and 29% more likely to express interest in college. If they have at least one black male role model or a black male teacher through elementary and middle school.
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