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I AM Academy

The I AM Academy is dedicated to equipping students ages 10-18 with the essential skills to thrive as confident and successful adults. Through an innovative group mentoring program held on school campuses and at local community centers, students are empowered through direct instruction, experiential learning, and trust-building activities. These experiences are designed to boost self-confidence and foster respect for others.

Success for I AM Academy is measured by 80% of students demonstrating positive behavior changes in at least two of the four key pillars: character development, confidence building, educational opportunities, and self-esteem and awareness.

I AM Academy results as of April 2024 with a target of 80%- (11 sites)

  • Out of 112 students, 96 (86%) proudly identified two valuable lessons that reflected growth in character, confidence, opportunities, and self-awareness.
  • Out of 112 students, 96 (86%) shared that they’ve made positive changes, such as choosing better friends, improving their behavior, and focusing on raising their grades.
  • An inspiring 108 out of 112 students (96%) reported that they have gained greater self-respect and heightened awareness of their surroundings, thanks to the valuable lessons they’ve learned.

I AM Academy services are being provided at the following locations:

Sarasota County

Alta Vista Elementary | Booker Middle School (Bilingual) | Cyesis (Riverview High School) | Emma E Booker Elementary | Goodwill – Selby/Newtown Job Connection (Community Site) | Suncoast School For Innovative Studies | Tuttle Elementary

Manatee County

Bayshore Elementary School | Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School | Braden River Middle School | Buffalo Creek Middle School | Electa Lee Magnet Middle School (Bilingual) | GD Rogers Garden-Bullock Elementary School (Bilingual) | Lincoln Memorial Middle School | Manatee Elementary | WD Sugg Middle School

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Tea Party 4 Girls

Truly Valued has relaunched its Tea Party 4 Girls event, dedicated to empowering women of all ages with practical strategies to ignite or deepen their sense of purpose. At the June luncheon, women of all generations gathered to be inspired, learning the importance of setting boundaries, becoming the role models they want their daughters to follow, and embracing confidence in themselves.

Out of 21 surveys completed:

  • Fifteen attendees (71%) reported feeling a boost in confidence from the empowering insights they gained during the event.
  • Eighteen attendees (86%) expressed that they gained enhanced self-awareness and a renewed commitment to setting personal boundaries.
  • Twenty attendees (95%) affirmed that they plan to use the information they received to take actionable steps toward achieving their goals.

2024 Academy Elite Camp

Truly Valued concluded its first-ever football camp, an event marked by the dedication of former pro players, youth football coaches, and parents who collectively contributed over 300 volunteer hours to ensure the success and safety of the campers. Click here for more media coverage.

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