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PROGRAMOVERVIEW

Table of Contents EMERGE .......................................................................................................................... 3 - 4 Section I: Program Logistics ........................................................................................ 5 Section II: Meet the Directors ...................................................................................... 6 - 7 Section III: Curriculum……………………………………………………………. ....... 8 - 10 Section IV: Consent Forms……………………………………………………. ............ 11 -15

EMERGE

Mission Statement

Emerge [ih-murj] v. - 1. To come into existence. 2. To come into view.

"Emerge" is a collaborative endeavor that seeks to provide a "fertile interactive environment" from which

urban youth can self-actualize. Programming will address the educational, artistic, psychosocial, cultural, and

developmental needs of youth for the purpose of informing, polishing, cultivating, and mobilizing them for

success. "Emerge" is dedicated to the mission of stimulating the mind, creativity, and the desire for excellence

by creating a new context conducive for the emergence of one's BEST self.

Program Goals

So named, EMERGE endeavors to develop in young urban youth an “Excellent Spirit” through:

• Educational/Psycho-educational Enrichment

• Mentoring and Family/Community engagement

• Personal and Work Ethic Development

• Positive Relationship Development & Etiquette

• Exposure to Socialization Alternatives

• Development of Positive Self & Cultural Identities

• Physical health and wellness

• Increased emotional, psychological, spiritual awareness

• Building Self-Efficacy

• Building Leadership Capacity

Why EMERGE?

Growing up as a young person in the inner-city is difficult. There are numerous cultural and social influences

which make it difficult to engage African American/Urban adolescents in any form of intervention. Engaging

this particular group is further complicated by psychosocial and behavioral issues ie., substance abuse and

conduct problems.

Understanding that adolescence is a tumultuous period during which identity (self and racial) is developed, it

would be important to utilize protective factors to improve the outcomes of urban youth.

These factors include:

1. Developing positive self and cultural identities

2. Strengthening connection with family and communities

3. Exposing these youth to positive multicultural socialization experiences.

Emerge serves as a culturally syntonic mentoring and coaching program for urban youth that emphasizes

productive and upstanding navigation through life---particularly, during the transition from adolescence to

adulthood. Promoting excellence among urban adolescent youth through education, accountability, and

relationship in the context of cultural and sub-cultural influences.

Section I: Program Logistics

Where do the participants come from? The program targets 6th – 8th grade students throughout the City of Philadelphia.

How are students selected? Students are either nominated by their teachers, guidance counselors or school principal. It is important to the EMERGE directors that student come from a strong and healthy academic context.

How long does the program run? The program will run from July 11, 2011 – August 5, 2011 from 9am to 1pm.

Where does the program meet? The program is hosted by the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office located at 3 South Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA inside the Raymond Harley Training Center.

Is transportation provided? EMERGE will provide Septa tokens for students who demonstrate need.

Will lunch be provided? No, the program ends at 1pm. However, students are permitted to bring in snacks. Moreover, a light snack will be provided.

What is the cost of the program? Free.

What if for some reason I am unable to continue in the program? If you are unable to continue in the program, please notify an EMERGE director immediately.

In case of an emergency, how can I get in contact with EMERGE staff? Please contact the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and ask for Assistant District Attorney Ebony D. Wortham at 215-686-7638 or email us at ebonyw@emergephiladelphia.com

Section II: Meet the Directors

Rayvann Kee, Jr. is a native of Philadelphia, Pa. His love for

education was made manifest at an early age---overcoming many obstacles to excel in his studies. He is currently an alum of Central High School, Temple University, and LaSalle University in Philadelphia, Pa. He currently holds a bachelor's degree in human biology and a master's degree in clinical-counseling psychology. With his latter degree, he has had opportunities to gain experience as a psychotherapist in a college counseling center, in a dual diagnosis outpatient facility, and currently as an clinician in an inpatient dual diagnosis addictions facility. He is currently pursuing both his doctorate in Clinical Psychology and master's in business administration at the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology at Widener University, Chester, Pa. He holds interests in minority mental health, integrative models of primary care, substance abuse treatments, and organizational/consulting psychology. He has worked with children as a christian educator, mentor, tutor, and counselor. His short-term goals include establishing a non-profit for male minority and urban youths to promote excellence in

interpersonal, educational, financial, and professional matters. His long-term goals include establishing a thriving and effective consulting firm to empower individuals and organizations to maximize their potential for long-lasting success. Finally, his hobbies include traveling, shopping, cosmetology, and reading self-help books.

Jonathan Jacobs is the Founding Principal of Ethos Grooming

Station for Men, LLC. Having attained a satisfying career as a professional in the Architectural field, in mid-2009 Jonathan decided to reinvent himself and pursue an entrepreneurial course. His longtime vision to change the culture of men’s grooming and to usher in a new era of gentlemen quickly spawned into the Ethos GSFM venture. Realizing that in order to truly be successful at implementing his vision, he knew he must find a way to not only reach his contemporaries with his vision, but also those of the younger generation. EMERGE has given him that opportunity. Jonathan was raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. After high school he graduated from Tulsa Technology Institute with honors and served as class President. While maintaining his focus on raising his young family, he moved to Philadelphia in 2002 to further his education within Architectural Design program at Drexel University.

Jonathan is a happily married husband and father of 16 years. He believes that the process of maintaining healthy relationships with his wife and two children has helped him develop important life skills as well as taught him many life lessons that have benefited him greatly. As Co-Director of EMERGE, he plans to utilize these varied learned skill sets to, not only benefit the EMERGE students, but the entire program as a whole.

Ebony D. Wortham Esq. is an Assistant District Attorney in the

City and County of Philadelphia. Since joining the office in August 2005, Ebony has served in several divisions within the District Attorney’s Office, which include the Municipal Court Unit, Charging Unit, Public Nuisance Task Force, Felony Waiver Unit and the Juvenile Unit. While serving in the Juvenile Unit, Ebony became very sensitive to the challenges that juveniles face daily and thus developed a keen interest in the cultivation, growth and enrichment of young people. Ebony was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. She attended Central High School of Philadelphia. After graduating from Temple University with honors and obtaining her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, Ebony went on to attend Widener University School of Law. Currently, Ebony is pursuing her Masters in Organizational Development and Leadership at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Ebony lives her life by this philosophy: “If you want one year of

prosperity, grow grain. If you want ten years of prosperity, grow trees. If you want one hundred years of prosperity, grow people. EMERGE has given Ebony the opportunity to fuel her passion to enrich and to empower young people.

Section III: Curriculum Program Outcomes: Students will:

Have a set of lenses for seeing the world and their role in it.

Discover expanded possibilities for making happen what they want to have happen in their sphere of influence.

Make more productive contributions to their communities, families and friends and derive greater satisfaction from making these contributions.

Create relationships that are more durable, supportive, productive and satisfying.

Use this set of lenses to assess situations and to develop productive steps forward.

Methodology: Classes, designed to be highly participative, will consist of lectures, trips, discussions, and interactive exercises in pairs, triads, small groups and the whole group.

Program Participation Requirements: Students are expected to be fully present and engaged in classroom activities. Students should actively contribute to classroom discussion and practice to enhance the dialogue or otherwise add to the learning for self and others. Students will have the opportunity to contribute in large group, small group and paired discussions. Students may use this forum to practice leadership skills. Students can look for opportunities to make sure each person is included. Students can practice self-management and ensure that all other voices in the group are heard. Student’s contributions should be informed by the program materials. Listen and learn strategically, asking yourself the following questions:

What am I learning?

This new learning builds upon my previous learning in that…..?

The next layer of questioning that what I am learning evokes is……..?

I can apply what I have learned in my life by……?

What other thoughts, wonderings, questions do I have…..?

Core Competencies:

Personal Character/Ethics: Performs within a clearly articulated ethical framework that includes principles and processes for individual problem solving and decision making.

Individual-cultural diversity: Demonstrates self-awareness of our own perceptions of ‘others’ and sensitivity in all relationships with those possessing diverse personal and cultural characteristics; able to use differences as opportunities for creativity and empowerment.

Leadership: Committed to seeing the use of self as the most powerful instrument or change; uses influence and collaboration as consistent practices to ensure that ideas are shared and tested to enhance performance in areas they serve.

Communication: Communicates comfortably and effectively as a writer and speaker with everyone in the program.

EMERGE Educated Person/Core Competencies

1. Effective Communication Demonstrate English language fluency. Utilize current communication technology. Organize and present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.

2. Critical Thinking Identify, analyze, and understand complex ideas. Draw inferences from facts. Evaluate and present well-reasoned arguments.

3. Social Interaction Evaluate ethical dimensions of decisions. Use teamwork to accomplish tasks in groups. Demonstrate an understanding of global, cultural and historical perspectives.

Core Competencies continued:

Instruction Art Science Enrichment English Math History Personal Growth Critical Thinking Multiculturalism

Topics Self-Esteem Peer Pressure Grooming Etiquette Values and Manners Respect Leadership Cultural Appreciation

Activities Field Trips Performing Arts Events Mentoring Sporting Events Support Group Activities College Visits Counseling Job Shadowing

EMERGE will influence and change the overall life experiences of students and their families by:

Encouraging them to define their goals, raise expectations, and to support them achieving their dreams;

Exposing them to new and different cultural and enrichment experiences; Providing them with an opportunity to be with peers also striving to improve academically;

Improving their attitude, respect towards others and themselves. As a result of this program, students will develop the kind of character that is necessary for successful completion of, not only, their educational endeavors but also their life goals.

Section V Consent Forms EMERGE will be taking students on a field trips to local museums and area businesses. All activities will be an itinerary will be given to the students one week prior so that students and parents will know what students will be partaking in. Please complete, sign and return the form. Please note two copies are being provided one for your records and one for ours.

Activity Consent Form and Approval by Parents or Legal Guardian

Name of participant ____________________________ ______________ _______________________________ Address____________________________________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________________________State ______ Zip ___________ Birth date (month/day/year) ____/____/______ Age during activity _______

Hold Harmless Agreement

I give consent for my child to participate in the activities and field trips that EMERGE will conduct this summer. Without restrictions Special considerations or restrictions: I understand that participation in the program is entirely voluntary and requires participants to abide by applicable rules and standards of conduct. I release EMERGE, The Association for the Advancement and Integration of Design, The Center for Urban Revitalization and Education, Ethos Grooming Station for Men, the activity coordinators, and all employees, volunteers, related parties, or other organizations associated with the activity from any and all claims or liability arising out of this participation. In case of emergency involving my child, I understand every effort will be made to contact me. In the event I cannot be reached, I hereby give my permission to the adult leader in charge to secure proper treatment, including hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, or injections of medication for my child. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent/guardian printed name__________________________________________________________________ Parent/guardian signature_ ____________________________________________________ Date ____________ Area code and telephone number (best contact and emergency contact) E-mail (for use in sharing more details about the trip or activity)

Contact 1 Name_______________________________________________________________________________ Phone________________________________________ Email__________________________________________ Contact 2 Name_______________________________________________________________________________ Phone________________________________________ Email__________________________________________

EMERGE COPY

Health History

The following information must be filled in by the parent/guardian Insurance Information: Is the student covered by family medical/hospital insurance? Yes No Carrier and Plan Name_________________________________________________________ Policy or group number________________________________________________________ Describe dietary or activity restrictions:__________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Allergies List all known Reaction and management of reaction Medication allergies ______________________ _______________________________ (Penicillin, etc.)

Insect bites & stings ______________________ _______________________________ Food allergies ______________________ _______________________________ Other allergies ______________________ _______________________________ Medications Check here if this person takes no medications on a regular basis. List all medications taken on a regular basis or that student will bring to EMERGE. Prescription medication must be brought in original container. The dosage/frequency schedule identified by the physician will be administered by camp health officer. Medication Dosage Specific time Reason for taking #1_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #2_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #3_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #4_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #5_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #6_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ Primary Physician Name____________________________________ Phone_______________________

EMERGE COPY

Activity Consent Form and Approval by Parents or Legal Guardian

Name of participant ____________________________ ______________ Address_____________________________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________________________State ______ Zip ___ Birth date (month/day/year) ____/____/______ Age during activity _______

Hold Harmless Agreement

I give consent for my child to participate in the activities and field trips that EMERGE will conduct this summer. Without restrictions Special considerations or restrictions: I understand that participation in the program is entirely voluntary and requires participants to abide by applicable rules and standards of conduct. I release EMERGE, The Association for the Advancement and Integration of Design, Ethos Grooming Station for Men and The Center for Urban Revitalization and Education, the activity coordinators, and all employees, volunteers, related parties, or other organizations associated with the activity from any and all claims or liability arising out of this participation. In case of emergency involving my child, I understand every effort will be made to contact me. In the event I cannot be reached, I hereby give my permission to the adult leader in charge to secure proper treatment, including hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, or injections of medication for my child. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Parent/guardian printed name__________________________________________________________________ Parent/guardian signature_ ____________________________________________________ Date ____________ Area code and telephone number (best contact and emergency contact) E-mail (for use in sharing more details about the trip or activity)

Contact 1 Name______________________________________________________________________________ Phone________________________________________ Email__________________________________________ Contact 2 Name_______________________________________________________________________________ Phone________________________________________ Email__________________________________________

Parent COPY

Health History

The following information must be filled in by the parent/guardian Insurance Information: Is the student covered by family medical/hospital insurance? Yes No Carrier and Plan Name_________________________________________________________ Policy or group number________________________________________________________ Describe dietary or activity restrictions:__________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Allergies List all known Reaction and management of reaction Medication allergies ______________________ _______________________________ (Penicillin, etc.)

Insect bites & stings ______________________ _______________________________ Food allergies ______________________ _______________________________ Other allergies ______________________ _______________________________ Medications Check here if this person takes no medications on a regular basis. List all medications taken on a regular basis or that student will bring to EMERGE. Prescription medication must be brought in original container. The dosage/frequency schedule identified by the physician will be administered by camp health officer. Medication Dosage Specific time Reason for taking #1_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #2_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #3_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #4_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #5_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ #6_______________ ___________________ ___________________ ______________________ Primary Physician Name____________________________________ Phone_______________________