Our Programs
Programs
SCHOOL YEAR
After School
This program launches Phase 1 of our Continuum of Mentorship. M.E.P. supports students with the knowledge, leadership skills, and decision-making tools to succeed as they transition to middle school while building a strong foundation for them to excel throughout the remainder of their academic career and into adulthood.
The program takes place on site at Brooks & Julian Middle Schools. Students join mentors, junior mentors, and staff for one-on-one & group mentoring, homework help, life-skills workshops, exploration workshops, and recreational activities.
M.E.P.
Mentoring Empowerment Program
Programs
SUMMER
Designed to help middle school students transition to high school, this six-week program includes multiple field trips, workshops on time management, stress management and study skills as well as financial literacy sessions. Students develop action plans to help them enter high school with confidence. Students receive stipends for participation.
S.E.P.
Summer Empowerment Program
YEAR-ROUND
Programs
YEMBA staff and adult mentors support soon-to-be and recent graduates as they connect their interests and goals with internship opportunities in the community. Our goal is to make sure that each student’s network for support and engagement only grows and strengthens as they transition out of high school.
Career & Volunteer Opportunities
Internships
This program takes students into Phase 2 of our Continuum of Mentorship. After transitioning to high school, students have the opportunity to support and empower middle school students as junior mentors while still receiving support and empowerment from adult mentors. The training program curriculum is designed to teach individuals how to effectively mentor and empower one another while incorporating social-emotional learning practices.
M.E.T.
Mentorship Empowerment Training
