Bridge To The Future, Rites of Passage (Sonoma County) jobs and careers

About Bridge To The Future, Rites of Passage (Sonoma County)

The Bridge to the Future Rites of Passage Program is an eight-month course focusing on self-awareness, team building, wellness, etiquette, cultural awareness, financial planning, public speaking and community outreach. Any student between the ages of 14 and 18 years of age is eligible to join the program. FINANCIAL AWARENESS Learn about the value of money, importance of investing and how to open bank accounts. They also learn about job career opportunities. COMMUNICATIONS Practice writing and presenting both formal and informal speeches TIME MANAGEMENT Examine and use several time management tools including "To Do" lists and Personal calendars associated with their daily lives. COMMUNITY SERVICE Participants gain a better understanding of the value volunteerism and the responsibility o give back to the community. TEAM BUILDING Develop an understanding of the team concept and the benefits of teamwork. SELF-ESTEEM ~ DIVERSITY To build self-awareness, instill confidence, and provide tools to assist students in working with others to accomplish their goals. Students learn the benefits of leading a healthy life and practice performing physical exercises. ETIQUETTE ~ NUTRITION ~ WELLNESS Build social grace and to develop an awareness of the importance of physical, spiritual, and nutritional fitness.