CORE FOCUS

Caring Ladies Assisting Students to Succeed C.LA.S.S is composed of women who are dedicated to mentoring young ladies, or as we call them, “Queens”, in the Wichita com-munity.

Education Our program emphasizes the importance of education and the possibilities of aca-demic achievement. We partner with other organizations & community resources to offer academic support to our students Healthy Lifestyles Focusing on the Mind, Body & Spirit we teach girls the importance of living their best life and making decisions that support a healthy lifestyle.

Leadership Girls have the ability to see themselves as leaders by volunteering in their schools & communities while exposing them to other Women leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Growing up as a teenager is not always easy. Girls particularly encounter unique challenges during adolescent development that require the proper knowledge to navigate this process successfully. Decisions made during this time can have long lasting, sometimes negative consequences.

The Sisterhood of Queens program is designed to give young ladies the support they need during this crucial

period.

We engage each young lady through:

Weekly sessions with mentors and role models

Personal growth and development seminars

College and Career Exploration

Social and Cultural Awareness

Exposure to the Arts

Mi s s i o n

to promote, inspire, and support the healthy development of adolescent females through

MENTORING, CHARACTER BUILDING, and EXPLORATION

Commi tm en t

to preparing our young ladies to make an impact in the community and World!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

Lynn Gilkey, Program Coordinator C.L.A.S.S. 316.440.9232 lgilkey@kansasul.org

Jason McKenney, LMSW Director Youth Development Services 316.440.9241 jmckenney@kansasul.org

Desire to Succeed Melissa is the eldest of five children, from a single parent home. Due to her mother’s health issues she is the sole caregiver of her four younger siblings. During the most important years of her academic life, Melissa’s obligations at home began to cause set backs. As if things could not be any worse, Melissa and her family were evicted from their home, forcing them to live wherever they could. The Caring Ladies Assisting Students to Succeed Program (CLASS) surrounded Melissa with clothing, personal hygiene and support encouraging her to stay focused on her education. Perhaps the most amazing aspect of this story is that Melissa still found time to dream about a future career as a singer. With the help of CLASS Melissa was provided with transportation that allowed her to audition at a community college. CLASS helped her with clothing for her audition, and a makeover that gave her the confidence she needed to perform. CLASS volunteers went along side her to make sure she arrived on time looking her best. Melissa’s performance was a huge success, and she impressed the judging panel so much that she was awarded a full scholarship into the college music program. Sadly, Melissa felt her obligations at home outweighed your dreams of college therefore she chose to stay at home and help care for her family. Perhaps with your help and future funding CLASS would be able to give the support to Melissa and other young girls dreaming of pursuing their dreams and reaching their goals despite the roadblocks and challenges they face

C.L.A.S.S

Caring Ladies Assisting Students to Succeed

www.kansasul.org

SISTERHOOD PLEDGE

Think before I do, Rise each time I fall,

Because I am strong and beautiful Remember, I am worth it all.

Treat others with respect Never give up on my dreams

Ask for help and give it For these are the characteristic s of a

Queen.

– Debroada Cornelius

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Help Us

Impact The Community C.L.A.S.S. partners with several community

organizations serving adolescent females,

and has a presence in four USD 259 high

schools.

BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS STORY:

Volunteer to be a mentor

Sponsor specific events

Support the program by making a tax deductible donation