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Rites of Passage
The phrase Rites of Passage comes from the African philosophical approach to learning “I am because we are”. This approach connects students to the concepts of social etiquette and responsibility. The freshman program is designed to introduce students to the details of sensitive and emotional subjects and to improve their study skills. The sophomore program requires students to apply the previously learned skills through group interaction, field trips, and community service. The core objective is for students to fully learn and accept the responsibility of becoming young adults/young man and young women.
Sisters I
Grade 9
2 Semesters
This course addresses the developmental needs of young African American women. The course combines diaspora women’s studies, historical and cultural issues with the everyday realities facing young women. Through studying the Nguzo Nane or the Eight Principles, young women are encourage to create a self-defined concept of “self”. The program focuses on these areas: Self Identity, Health and Sexuality, Social Views and Realities, Career and Goal Setting, and Study Skills. The course has been tailored to meet the needs of freshman girls.
Sister II
Grade 10
2 Semesters
This course is designed to address the needs of young African American women. The course combines diaspora women’s studies, historical and cultural issues with the everyday realities facing young women. Through studying Nguzo or The Eight Principles, young women are encouraged to create a sef-defined concept of “self”. The program focuses on: Self Identity, Health and Sexuality’ Social Views and Reality, Career and Goal Setting, and Study Skills. This course has been tailored to meet the needs of sophomore girls. Students will focus on these area as a means to build our communities with the understanding that the gift of who they are and who they will become benefits not only themselves but everyone they encounter.
Boys to Men I
Grade 9
2 Semesters
This course addresses the developmental issues pertaining to African American males. The components of the course are: 1) African American History and Culture; 2) Mental Health and Hygiene/Physical Conditioning; 3)Public Speaking and Oration; 4)Career Development; 5)Social Skills Development; 6)Study Skills. The course focuses on the principles of Nane Saba, Health and Hygiene, and understanding Self Identity and Peer Pressure in Society
Boys to Men II
Grade 10
2 Semesters
Sophomore students will learn to tolerate differences in sexuality, religion, culture, and gender. The program focuses on the application of character building, morals and ethics, economics/value of money, conflict resolution, and decision making.
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