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Ladies of Purpose June 11- July 13, 2012
Tennessee State University

Program Overview:

Moves & Grooves Inc. is elated to offer the Ladies of Purpose Summer Mentoring program. Ladies of Purpose is a character education program that teaches youth ages 15-17 how to be respectful, responsible and contributing citizens in our community. 40 young ladies from the Edgehill community and beyond will travel full-time 6 days a week for 6 weeks, beginning June - July visiting community events, business leaders, hospitals, senior living centers, youth organizations and civic groups to promote positive outreach in our community.

Our Focus:

The 6-week camp focuses on 6 Pillars of Character founded by The Josephine Institute’s Center for Youth Ethics in Los Angeles, CA. These 6 pillars include Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship. Each week the ladies will build on a new level of character through service learning and volunteering. The group will participate in college preparation courses, team building and career planning activities to help young ladies make better decision for their future.

Moves & Grooves will serve 40 young ladies ages 15-17 to participate in this exciting initiative to build strong leaders and achievers among women. A key element to the success of this program is our mentoring component. Life Skill Coaches or as well call them LSC’s , are matched with each young lady in a buddy program. The LSC’s participate in the group activities and begin friendships that last throughout the summer and into the future.

After completion of the summer camp, each young lady will be recognized among family and friends during our Ladies of Purpose Formal Ball and crowning ceremony. This event was designed to highlight each young ladies achievement throughout the program and celebrate their commitment to continue a life of purpose.

Activities:

This 6 -week summer program teaches young women how to be respectful, responsible and contributing citizens of our society. Ladies will participate in various service learning projects throughout Middle Tennessee to meet and network with prominent female executives, managers and leaders of our city while advocating community service among young people. Ladies will attend daily workshops lead by professional instructors in the areas of proper dining etiquette, resume writing, interviewing, poise, public speaking, pageantry, modeling, and more. Young women will enjoy sisterly bonding, traveling, free gifts, a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship and be crowned Miss Lady of Purpose.

Judging Criteria:

Character (50%): Demonstrates good citizenship, perfect attendance, community-minded, involved in school and other activities, shows desires to help others.

Communication Skills (25%): Good verbal skills, speaks clearly, expresses herself appropriately, creative speech content, correct grammar, good eye contact.

Presence (25%): Poised under pressure, prepared for speech and interview, enthusiastic, sincere, comfortable with herself, appropriate grooming.

Fee Schedule:

There is a $50 application fee and a $200 deposit required. Parents may also dedicate 40 hrs of sweat equity during our summer fundraising event at the downtown Sommet Center to leverage the cost. Fees will pay for student expenses such as food while traveling, team wardrobe and the purchase of a unified evening gown that will be worn during our crowning ceremony. Each young lady will be able to keep everything she has accumulated at the end of the summer.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for Ladies of Purpose, candidates must:

    • Be a female residing in Davidson county.
    • Ages 15-17
    • Have 10 hrs verifiable community service completed within the school year
    • Complete candidate application for membership
    • Have a cumulative 2.7 GPA or greater
    • Attend 1 mandatory orientation session
    • Pass introductory selection interview
    • Cost $250

A Complete Application (DUE June 4, 2012) includes:

    • Application Form
    • 1 page Biography Form - MUST BE TYPED
    • Recommendation Form (completed by a teacher, coach, school counselor, scholarship coordinator, vice principal or principal)
    • Signed Membership Rules and Guidelines
    • Signed Medical Form
    •Official School Transcript with Cumulative GPA - sealed

Mail completed documents to:

Moves & Grooves Inc.
P.O. Box 330118
Nashville, TN 37203-7500
RE: Ladies of Purpose

DEADLINE June 4, 2012

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