MISSION
The Midwest Trailblazers’ mission is
to inspire hope and change lives through education, sports, and mentoring.
VISION
The Trailblazers continues to evolve into one of the most dynamic youth development programs by investing in youth over time, and offering programs that ensure that Trailblazer graduates will be:
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Physically healthy, with the knowledge and ability to avoid teenage pregnancy and parenthood, stay physically fit and practice proper nutrition;
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High school graduates who matriculate to college;
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Work ready, with the basic knowledge and skills to find and maintain a job;
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Good teammates, friends and family members, cultivating positive peer and adult relationships;
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Confident, competent and compassionate members in caring, social, and cohesive communities; and
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Active citizens, who participate in the social and political life of their communities.
PROGRAM GOALS
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Long Term Goals |
Short Term Goals |
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Increase Physical Activity and Development |
Improved physical development. |
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Increase Intellectual, Academic, Cognitive & Character Development |
Acquisition and use of independent learning skills. Increased success and achievement in school. |
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Increase Emotional Development |
Improved emotional well-being. |
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Increase Social Development |
Improved social skills.
Increased leadership. |
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Increasing Moral Development |
To increase sportsmanship, integrity and willingness to take responsibility for behavior. |
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Creating Stronger and Safer Communities |
Reduced at-risk behavior.
Improved personal safety.
Improved community awareness and engagement. |
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Improving Health and Well-Being |
Improved nutrition and health practices |
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Developing Education and Skills |
Improved literacy and communication skills for all participants in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Facilitate communication among home, school, and students to support student learning |
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Enhancing the Sporting Infrastructure |
To develop a world-class sporting system for the State of Nebraska, particularly the Omaha Area—a unified network of organizations and opportunities for people to start, stay and succeed in sports. |
