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DeKalb County KEYS Essay Contest

DeKalb County KEYS (Keep Encouraging Youth to Succeed) is sponsoring an essay contest to encourage students to recognize someone who has been a positive influence in their life. The theme for the essay is “Who you are makes a difference.” Students can win a cash prize, have their essay published in a book, and potentially even have their “positive influence” publicly recognized at the DeKalb County KEYS annual county-wide asset awards ceremony (May 2010).

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Young eyes are watching you

Two children Sometimes adults do things they aren’t proud of—swear, watch too much television, argue. Making mistakes is understandable, but remember young people look up to adults. They see you—especially if you’re a parent—as the type of person they want to become someday. They want heroes. That’s why it’s so important to be the best person you can be. Adult Role Models is Asset 14 of Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets, the qualities, experiences, and relationships that help young people grow up healthy, caring, and responsible.

Presentation to Coach David Rohlman and Darius McNeal for being a shining example of what it means to be a resident of District #428 and to be a Barb!!!

Hard at work

After the enormous turnout at the KEY Leaders breakfast, the DC KEYS team went right to work planning speaking engagements, fundraising, and future projects. There is no rest for this motivated team dedicated to serving the youth of DeKalb County.

Tips for building Adult Role Models asset

According to experts, what most young people need more than anything else in their lives is positive social interaction with adults. These interactions expose young people to real-life heroes. Be a role model for the young people around you, and help them find other responsible adults to be part of their lives as well. The more positive role models young people have, the better!

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Also try this

In your home and family: Do your best to model appropriate behavior at all times. When you make mistakes, admit them. Apologize for missteps.

In your neighborhood and community group: Don’t be afraid to start a conversation with a young person in your neighborhood. Begin by asking: How did you meet your best friend? What is your favorite family tradition?

In your school or youth program: As a group, list questions young people can ask their adult role models to learn more about choices they made. Then, have students or participants interview that person. Discuss their findings.

Want to know more about the 40 Developmental Assets and ideas for helping young people build them? Visit www.search-institute.org assets.