MySiS is an academically-engaging mentoring program designed for Black teen girls to script their path to success. This page provides details for our MySiS program for grades 6-8. My Sister is Succeeding uses three primary pillars, My Mind, My Voice, My Path, to connect girls who desire to excel or continue excelling academically in leadership through language arts.
The program focuses on advancing the writing and reading skills of Black / African American female teens in the Bowling Green / Warren County area, challenging those who excel in this area, and building the confidence in those that desire to grow. Youth from all backgrounds are welcome to register.
Meeting Dates for Grades 6-8
Weds., September 21, 2022
Weds., September 28, 2022
No meeting on October 5 or 12
Weds., October 19, 2022
Weds., October 26, 2022
Weds., November 2, 2022
Weds., November 9, 2022
Weds., February 1, 2023
Weds., February 8, 2023
Weds., February 15, 2023
Weds., February 22, 2023
3:30pm – 5:00pm: Main Program
2:50pm – 3:30pm: Mentoring time with early arrivals.
Location: Western Kentucky University, Gary Ransdell Hall
OUR THREE PILLARS
MY MIND
My Sister is Succeeding increases participants’ understanding of good mental health practices and the value of centering oneself, which affects their communication and approach to learning.
MY VOICE
My Sister is Succeeding creates a space for youth to see their racialized-gendered experiences in literary works, explore issues that challenge them to think critically, and practice articulating their thoughts.
MY PATH
My Sister is Succeeding creates a space for youth to engage in identity-affirming mentoring experiences while encouraging one another in accomplishing their goals.
REGISTRATION
MySiS registration takes place in August/September. Limited openings may be available for spring 2023 additions. Contact [email protected] to learn more. The registration fee is $20 and is payable after completing the registration form or upon arrival on the first day. Limited sponsored registrations are available for teens who join in August/September for the full academic year.
TRANSPORTATION
Thanks to our sponsors, complimentary transportation for participants is available from Bowling Green Junior High School to WKU and from Moss Middle School to WKU for a select number of participants. This transportation option may not be available for teens adding for the spring semester. Please contact info @forarealchange.org to inquire about space available. This will be confirmed by us after communicating with the school contacts.
ADVISORY TEAM
Dr. Tanja Bibbs, WKU Assistant Professor; For a Real Change, Inc.
Daletha Butts, Lost River Elementary, Teacher and Mentor
Dr. Lacretia Dye, WKU Associate Professor; Assistant Director, Kelly M Burch Institute for Transformative Practices in Higher Education
Joda Johnson, Director of The SKYCTC Skills U Program, For a Real Change, Inc.
Tina Smajlagic, WKU Social Work Adjunct Faculty, Hope Harbor
Aurelia Spaulding, For a Real Change, Inc.
Logo designed by: WKU Art student, Kyndall Waller