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Ready by 21 Academy (RB21)

Educational support and preparatory for independent living

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High-school cohort/college peer-mentors

RB21 is currently limited to high-school females, but plans are underway to develop a male cohort.

 

The goal of RB21 is to provide a circle of support that ensures youth are connected socially, civically, and graduate from high school, as well as equipped to pursue some form of post secondary training/education to succeed in the workplace.

All classes and activities place a special emphasis on soft skills while providing hands-on opportunities for the development of job & life skills, and good work-ethic.  From serving the senior citizen community, to organizing the clothing boutiques for deserving girls, service learning is a key component used to encourage civic responsibility while providing a comprehensive approach to independence. We have witnessed the beauty in youth viewing themselves as contributors versus recipients and thereby building self-confidence while making a difference in their community.

 

Unique to RB21 is the opportunity to gain hospitality and culinary industry training in a commercial kitchen and event space.

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Our commercial kitchen allows for food handling and cooking classes.

Be our guest at our Inspiring Soirees, Tea and Dinner events and shop our boutique.

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Ask how your group can impact our program by attending an event for up to
40 of your closest friends.

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REFER A YOUTH:

 

• Students (incoming 9th grade through 12th) may be referred by social workers, counselors, caregivers, or any caring adult.

 

 

College Students- AB12 Foster youth/Guardian Scholar:

• Youth who have completed our high-school program earn while peer mentoring and gaining culinary/hospitality training.

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A couple of our current service learning projects.