Preparing young people to think critically and act responsibly to improve their lives and communities.

Project MOVE provides a 1-year sequence of  enrichment program for eighth graders, to prepare participants for college and beyond.  Participants who complete each semester will be rewarded with deposits to their 529 college funds and gift certificates for their personal use—totaling over $1,000. During the Summer 1, after the 7th grade, participants learn the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and develop personal mission statements. For the next year, participants gain the experiences, knowledge, and skills needed to revise and carry out their mission statements. During the Summer 2 session, after the 8th grade, the participants attend MOVE in the morning and their Mayor’s Program job placements in the afternoon.Requirements:

• Students should be enrolled as a current 7th graders

• Students should be committed for the entire program (from Summer after 7th grade through Summer after 9th grade)

Benefits

• Opportunity to open a 529 (college savings account)• $700 deposited into college savings account• $360 value in gift cards• Development of life skills• Special Events• 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens training• Exploration of classic Greek philosophy and literature• Documentary film production skills• Design and Execution of local area service project• Training at The Ritz on fine dining• Career and college explorationMeetings The program begins in July 2010.  It meets Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9-1 pm.  During the school year, the program meets on Wednesdays from 4-6 pm.  

Each semester has a particular focus:Semester 1 - Personal MissionWho do I want to be and how do I get there?Semester 2 - Great WorksWhat points of view are presented in classic literature, art, and music? How do those views compare to and shape my own views?Semester 3 - Service & Civic EngagementWhere do my talents and passions match the needs of my community?Semester 4 - CareerHow can I prepare for a career that is well suited to my strengths, passions, and the needs of the world?TimelineApplications are currently being accepted. To download a student application, click here.

*Application deadline: May 1.*If you need more information, please contact the Program Director, Kia Martin: via email at kiamartin@post.harvard.edu or call at (617) 388-9467.