The program will serve students enrolled in grades seven through twelve in a designated Chicago neighborhood. Initial entry into the covenant will be limited to students in grades seven through ten. Program participation is estimated at thirty youth, to start, with approximately five from each grade. If adequate resources are secured, the program can grow within a few years to as large as one hundred youth. The core of this program is the individual covenant.
Every covenant involves at least four parties.
A strong mentoring component helps the student fulfill his or her responsibilities by providing support, guidance and homework assistance. In addition to the mentoring component, social activities will be held for participating youth so that they may develop connections with others in the program. The following provides a general picture of each party's responsibilities. Support the student's efforts to fulfill his or her portion of the covenant. Attend meetings with the student and his or her mentor as needed, but at least once per quarter.