Growing To Be College & Career Exploration For Kids

Workshop Overview

Growing To Be (G2B): is a three-week in person / online life skills literacy workshop that meets twice per week and is open to youth ages 7-10. G2B helps kids to connect their current skills, curiosities and abilities to educational paths that support career interests, exploring different vocations through dress up play, games, arts and crafts. G2B examines various aspects of personal presentation such as behavior and manners. Participants also explore the value and benefits of community service, social media, gaming, etc. as they relate to middle school, high school, college preparedness, and career options. G2B focuses on exploration & discovery through:

Dress Up / Cosplay, Games, Arts & Crafts
Manners, Etiquette & Communication
Project Based Exercises
Basic Financial Literacy…and More

The workshop helps kids understand the importance of personal branding, messaging, relationship building, and follow up. G2B The workshop also complements academic learning, including organization, time management and study skills.

G2B group discussions and other activities engage participants in dialogue.

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For more program information email:
contactmom@muralsofthemind.org

Nadia displaying her finished report about her grandmother, who’s a retired teacher.

Anna dressed in her gardener hat showing off vegetables she & her grandfather grew in their garden.

Priya showing off the results of her interview with her uncle, who wanted to be an artist when he was a kid.

Major takeaways include:

Major takeaways include resource toolkit to support workshop topics, backpack filled with school essentials & mentoring opportunities.