Today, more than ever, the health of young people is at risk. Health is a multidimensional concept that includes mental, social, emotional, and physical components. These components interact with each other to help us lead fulfilling lives. DiscoverU is a CDC-funded afterschool program that was developed out of a University-K12 School partnership to provide integrated afterschool programming for secondary students. DiscoverU uses a tiered mentoring system to promote the social-emotional wellness, physical activity, and nutrition of middle and high school students. Specifically, college students are trained to mentor high school students, who in turn, mentor middle school students.
Come learn about the DiscoverU program, including lessons learned throughout the planning, recruitment, and implementation of the program as well as preliminary outcomes of the program. Attendees will participate in sample student activities, locate helpful resources to support integrated health-focused activities, learn how to start and sustain a meaningful University-K12 partnership, and more!