ScholarCentric
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ScholarCentric
ScholarCentric is an evidence-based program that helps students build the social-emotional and life skills they need to succeed in school and prepare for their future.
Research shows that students who participate in ScholarCentric can experience positive academic outcomes, including improved attendance, higher grades, more earned credits, and stronger resilience. The program focuses on six key skills that support students’ academic and personal success:
- Valuing Education – Understanding how education can contribute to future goals and success
- Academic Confidence – Building confidence in the ability to learn, overcome challenges, and succeed in school
- Connectedness – Recognizing and building positive relationships and sources of support
- Stress Management – Learning healthy ways to manage stress and navigate challenges
- Health & Well-Being – Developing awareness of emotional and mental well-being and healthy coping strategies
- Intrinsic Motivation – Building the motivation and confidence to set goals and take ownership of personal success
How the Program Works
- 14 sessions completed over 7 weeks
- Each session lasts approximately 1–2 hours
- Students complete pre- and post-assessments to help track their progress and outcomes
- Groups can include up to 25 students per cycle
- Cycles can be hosted in welcoming community settings such as schools, churches, community centers, and other youth-serving organizations
Eligibility
Students in middle or high school are eligible to participate.
Life Lab
Located on our North Charleston campus, the Life Lab is a learning environment where youth come to build competencies in different life skills through activities that will support their transition into adulthood. Hands-on activities include learning about basic car mechanics, home repair projects, or even how to weld. Each week the youth work on a new skill that they can apply to their everyday life or future.
Activities are based on availability and skills that are being targeted by the attendees. Life Lab is supported by staff and volunteers of Landmarks for Families, who act as our instructors and funders for this independent skill-building program.
Eligibility:
Teens of families that are engaged in a Landmarks for Families service.