1. The social, emotional and educational issues of our adolescent boys
BOYS to MEN
The social, emotional and educational issues of our adolescent boys

4. MY LIST OF ADOLESCENT CONCERNS MALES
MAY FACE DAILY
Bullying
Illegal Substance Involvement
Misunderstood
Peer Pressure
Form of Academic Difficulty
Social Standing/Status
Respect/Disrespect
Emotional confusion
Friendship and relationships
Structure
Discipline/time management
Appropriate forum for expression

5. What I Think Adolescent Boys Concerns
ARE AND WHY?
Issues Rationale 1. 2. 3. 4.

6. Trust Stress Attendance Language Anger Academy Deficiency
Social, Emotional and Educational Potential Blockages To
Adolescent Male Success
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL EDUCATIONAL
Trust Stress Attendance
Language Anger Academy Deficiency
Time Management Depression Study Habits
Handling Media Confusion Motivation
Prioritizing Fear Failure/Retention
Negative Influence Anxiety Tools & Resources
*** What are resources to address these concerns***

7. 10 Tips for Parenting Teenage Boys
Remember you’re the parent
Lead with a plan
Listen to your teen
Have clear expectations
Discipline when needed
Allow for some self expression
Have clear rules about phone internet and social media
Teach them to earn trust
Be consistent and fair
Foster positive communication

8. What Is
BOYS to MEN ?
IT IS AN INNOVATIVE PROJECT THAT INTRODUCES ADOLESCENT MALE STUDENTS TO NETWORKING WITHIN A GROUP SETTING TO EXPLORE POSITIVE INTERACTION WITH SCHOOL, COMMUNITY, PEER RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILY.
THE PROGRAM IS SPECIFICALLY TARGETED AND DESIGNED AS A MALE MENTORING PROGRAM CONSTRUCTED TO ADDRESS EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENT, SOCIAL ENHANCEMENT AND OVERALL PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG MEN.