In partnership with National Compadres Network, the Coachella Valley Unified School District is offering the EL JOVEN NOBLE (The Noble Youth) program. El JOVEN NOBLE is a youth development, support, and leadership enhancement program developed in 1996 that provides a process and a vehicle for continued “rites of passage” development of youths ages 10-24. Starting in December/January, the program will be led by me and offered at the end of the day on Fridays for 13 weeks. Students will participate in discussions/circles and learn the importance of being a noble youth through classroom activities. The topics covered will include:
- Purpose of the program/ importance of trust and our credible word of PALABRA
- Characteristics of a Noble youth
- Our culture and identity and being a champion for your people
- Understanding Male Development
- Relationships with Peers
- Handling difficult times/Positive life choices
- Our purpose and gratitude to others
- Celebration/Graduation
I’m excited to work with some of the 5th and 6th-grade young men at Las Palmitas. I am grateful to share my story and provide advice to help these young men as well as listen to their stories and be a support system for one another. Here is a video of the work of the National Compadres Network and the resourcefulness of circles/circulos.
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