STEP - Summer Teen Empowerment Program

What is STEP?

STEP is a free six-week summer teen leadership development program that provides experiences, activities, and workshops that help teens sharpen skills that contribute to overall success. This program focuses on a variety of topics and is embedded in social and emotional learning.

What are the benefits of being in STEP?

  • All students have the opportunity to receive a biweekly check totaling up to $500 by the end of the program.
  • Free access to Four Mounds Day Camp.
  • Access to leadership development, employability, financial literacy workshops & related speakers.
  • Students entering grades 9th through 12th are eligible to receive a high school credit!

Who is STEP for?

• This program is open to anyone going into grades 8th-12th in the 2025-2026 academic year.