What Teen Mentors Learn
Through the program, teen mentors:

• Master the SuperYou FUNdation curriculum, including its focus on kindness, anti-bullying, and social-emotional learning (SEL).
• Develop leadership skills by teaching, organizing, and guiding younger students.
• Build empathy and communication skills through mentorship and active listening.
• Strengthen problem-solving, decision-making, and collaboration abilities.
• Gain confidence in public speaking and facilitation.
• Learn how to inspire and empower younger peers by modeling positive behavior and values.
• Reflect on their own strengths, obstacles, and aspirations to grow personally and as mentors.

Benefits for Teen Mentors

• Leadership Development: Teens take on a leadership role, learning to guide, teach, and support younger children effectively.
• Mentorship Skills: Mentors foster meaningful relationships with younger students, serving as role models and sources of inspiration.
• Personal Growth: Through teaching, teens deepen their understanding of their own strengths, values, and aspirations.
• Community Impact: Mentors contribute to a culture of kindness and positivity, creating a lasting impact on their school or community.
• Career Readiness: By developing communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, teens are better prepared for future leadership roles.
• Service Learning: Participation in this program provides a hands-on opportunity to give back to their community in a meaningful way.

What Younger Students Gain
Under the guidance of their teen mentors, younger students:

• Learn the SuperYou FUNdation curriculum through fun, interactive activities like games, music, art, and cape-making.
• Recognize and celebrate their superhero qualities and those of their peers.
• Build self-confidence and resilience by exploring their fears, obstacles, and dreams.
• Strengthen social-emotional skills, such as empathy, kindness, and teamwork.
• Feel empowered to make positive changes in their school, community, and beyond.

Program Highlights

• Peer-to-peer learning fosters connection, trust, and mutual respect between age groups.
• Teens reinforce their knowledge and values while teaching younger students.
• Younger students benefit from relatable role models, making learning more engaging and impactful.
• Fun, music-infused activities and creative projects like cape-making, songwriting, and empowering theatre games  ensure a joyful, hands-on experience for all.