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PARENTS ARE THE KEY

     According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, eight teens a day are killed in car crashes, and teen drivers are four times more likely to crash than older drivers.
     National Teen Driver Safety Week, to be held October 16-22 this year, is a chance for parents to take the lead in reducing car crashes by setting rules of the road and leading by example.

Visit www.cdc.gov/parentsarethekey for resources and details about National Teen Driver Safety Week.

Introducing the LifeGuard Youth Development
Wyman Teen Outreach Program® (TOP®)

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What is TOP®?
TOP® is a nine month, teen leadership program that encourages character development through candid discussions, peer interactions and community service. TOP® can be:
  • Integrated with Core subjects
  • Used as an in-school elective
  • Serve as an after-school program; or
  • Serve as a component of an out-of-school enrichment program. This might include a social club, recreational program or other "gap" time activity.

What will youth learn?
There are three essential goals to help teens build a foundation for success:
  • Healthy Behaviors that promote positive, constructive actions that pave the way for a lifetime of success while reducing incidences of teen pregnancy, re-occurring pregnancies and incarceration
  • Life Skills that build competencies necessary for youth to mature into healthy, self-sustaining adults
  • Sense of Purpose that inspires a positive self worth as they contribute to their communities through meaningful service
Is the Program Successful?
YES! TOP® is successful because it provides schools, organizations and communities with a flexible, tested framework for creating or enhancing local youth development efforts. TOP® is also successful because the curriculum includes four age appropriate levels. Among the core studies are:
  • Communication and assertiveness
  • Relationships and Self Worth
  • Goal Setting and Decision Making
  • Development and Healthy Living
  • Community Service Learning
How can my school or organization take part in the program?
Using Wyman's TOP®, LifeGuard Youth Development will provide all training and curriculum to schools and organizations. A program packet is available with complete details. If you are interested in more information, call (816) 836-TEEN (8336). This is a federally funded program. No fees required. 

Together, we can guide our youth to the TOP!