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Introduction:	Whiz Kidz is an after-school and summer program for elementary children to learn and experience the love of Jesus, build confidence in academics, and grow as young leaders. Bible time and small groups are the foundations of the program as children learn the truth of God's word, memorize Scripture, and apply it to their lives. Elementary children build confidence through tutoring and educational activities that promote success in school. Students also develop social skills and healthy relationships with peers and adults through structured free time with games, art projects, sports, and conversation. Whiz Kidz is a highly relational and educational experience for children. Christian volunteers across denominational lines lead each component of the program as they build authentic relationships with elementary children that point to Christ. Students attending program thrive as they gain healthy friendships, grow in their knowledge and confidence, and develop their personal faith in Jesus Christ. Discovery is an after-school and summer program for middle school youth to learn and experience the love of Jesus, succeed in school, prepare for future employment, and grow as servant leaders. Christian volunteers across denominational lines lead each aspect of the program as they build healthy, authentic relationships with the youth that point to Christ. Middle school students develop and grow in their personal faith in Jesus Christ through large group Bible lessons, worship, and small group discussions. Guidance and assistance in schoolwork and academics help the students succeed in school and grow in their confidence. Youth identify their God-given talents and prepare for purposeful future employment through skills classes such as woodworking, drawing, auto body repair, culinary arts, painting, performing arts, and sewing. Middle school youth also have the opportunity to enroll in classes such as The Way I'm Wired where they learn more about who they are, why God made them, and explore God's unique purpose for their lives. Overall, Discovery engages middle school students to grow in their faith, prepare for the future, and become young leaders in their family, community, and school. Journey is an after-school and summer program for high school youth to learn and experience the love of Jesus, succeed in school, develop professional job skills, and grow as servant leaders. Christian volunteers across denominational lines lead each aspect of the program as they build healthy, authentic relationships with the youth that point to Christ. High school students spend time in large group Bible lessons, worship, and small group discussions that focus on discipleship, developing a personal relationship with Christ, and creating meaningful applications to their everyday lives. Through tutoring and life skills classes, Journey helps students attain their high school diploma and focus their God-given talents toward higher education and/or employment. High school youth also have the opportunity to enroll in classes such as Future U where they begin to build a solid foundation for a bright future of purposeful employment and financial stability. Overall, Journey prepares students for the future while pointing them to Christ and encouraging servant leadership in their family, school, and community.
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