The program helped 92% of students maintain or improve their ELA standardized test scores and 7% move from below proficiency to approaching, meeting, or exceeding proficiency. Furthermore, according to DCPS school-day teachers, because of Kid Power programming, 63% of Kid Power showed improvements in regular classroom attendance, 43% showed an improvement in academic performance, and 51% showed an improvement in classroom participation.
A STRONGER MISSION
A BOLD VISION
Our Programs
Youth leadership is central to our programs; we operate four core programs that address the interconnected academic, social, and health challenges facing our students.
We are committed to elevating youth voice, advancing equity in the District, equipping youth with the tools to be confident agents of positive change, and providing opportunities that encourage informed, healthy decision-making. Together with our partners, Kid Power youth work to build a strong, healthy, and resilient community each day.
The program helped students increase their civic knowledge, ability to design a service-learning project, and their confidence with debate and public speaking skills by 21%. Further, 73% of students reported increased understanding of the importance of helping others and 95% of parents said Kid Power helped their child understand the importance of community service.
Students showed a 17% increase in their nutritional, environmental science, and gardening knowledge. Highlights included a 32% increase in students’ ability to identify different parts of a plant and a 16% increase in healthy food knowledge. 95% of parents reported that because of Kid Power programming, their students both understand the importance of making healthy food choices and able to make healthier food choices. Additionally, 91% of parents reported that their children now help cook healthy meals at home. In terms of social-emotional growth, 95% of parents said that their children have better conflict resolution skills, while 68% of surveyed students said that they have better self-confidence. Additionally, 73% of youth demonstrated increased positive social behaviors, such as assertiveness, while 67% showed increased creativity
On average, positive social-emotional scores increase 3% over the summer. Our daily Summer Leadership Academy serves 125 students and runs 7 hours/day for 5 weeks. Students participate in morning academic classes (ELA, Math, and Civics) and afternoon enrichment sessions based on the VeggieTime and Citizenship Programs. The Academy provides workforce development skills such as public speaking, marketing, financial literacy, team-building, and goal-setting. In just 5 short weeks, Kid Power saw significant growth.
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Our third graders had a blast creating hand scrubs last week with their classmates! Self-care activities like this are so important, as they remind students that taking care of themselves mentally is just as important as building themselves academically. Great work!
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#NationalMentoringMonth may be over, but we can't get over these #MentoringFunFacts. We love celebrating the accomplishments of our mentoring program year-round. Take a listen to a few fast facts about mentoring!
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Our 4th graders at @jowilsoncardinals love showing their school spirit! Recently, our students teamed up to create class murals. We love seeing their creativity and collaboration at work!
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Contact Your Members of Congress to Support Mentoring!
📢January 29th is Capitol Hill Day! Representatives from across the nation, including Kid Power's Mentoring Team and protégés, will meet with Congress to advocate for mentoring. This crucial advocacy supports funding for organizations like Kid Power to continue providing programming for local youth.
💡Amplify Mentoring by reaching out to your Congress Members today.
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January has been an exciting month at Kid Power! From making arts and crafts, learning new things, and making friends, our students have shined this winter. ☃️
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Our protégés and mentors had a blast celebrating #MLKDayOfService on January 20th in partnership with @nstreetvillagedc. From supporting their bingo day to sorting clothing for women experiencing homelessness, our mentor matches did an amazing job serving our local community.
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Dontae and Ruben have been matched for just over one year, and it's been an amazing experience for them both! From navigating the metro together to visiting the Air and Space Museum and volunteering at Benning Stoddert Recreation Center, they’ve had a year to remember. As Dontae said, "Everything I said I wanted in a mentor, it's all happened. I'm thankful and blessed!"
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Happy #ThankYourMentorDay! Listen to Alyssa and Damon share how their mentors have impacted them. Have you had an impactful mentor in your life? Share in the comments below!
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MLK Day of Service is around the corner! We can't wait for this exciting opportunity to partner with our local community and give back. Press the link in our bio to support our Amazon Wishlist for this year's Day of Service partner, @nstreetvillagedc.
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MLK Day of Service is around the corner! This year we're partnering with @nstreetvillagedc to support their bingo day and help sort clothing for women experiencing homelessness. In addition, we're collecting donations through our Amazon Wishlist for bingo prizes and care packages for the amazing women they serve. To donate, press the link in our bio.
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Enjoying the winter weather? So are our students! Look at the "Ugly Sweater Project" our KP students worked on recently. We can't wait to see what winter activity they get into next!
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Today is "I Am a Mentor Day"! A day to celebrate the incredible individuals who dedicate their time to guide, inspire, and uplift others.
Have you ever thought about becoming a mentor? Kid Power Mentors Chy, Alexia, and Bruce remind us that mentorship is one of the most rewarding ways to make a difference. It's not about being perfect or having all the answers—it's about showing up, listening, and supporting someone's journey. From offering guidance and encouragement to helping someone see their true potential, mentorship creates ripples of positive change in every community.
🌟Take the first step today—you never know whose life you might transform.
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Happy New Year from Kid Power! We're so excited for all the amazing things that 2025 will bring. We can't wait to see all the new friendships formed, incredible memories made, and amazing goals achieved. Let's make this year one filled with kindness, adventure, and a lot of fun!
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Our After-School Parent Engagement Night was a success! It was amazing to see students connecting and having fun together. Thank you to everyone who made it such a special evening! ❤️
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Huge thanks to @labyrinthdc for hosting our Mentoring Program's December Match Social! Our protégés had a blast learning new games and bonding with their matches. Can't wait for the next one🎲
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Davida Brown is the lucky winner of our final raffle item! You've won a signed hockey puck from the @Capitals player Dylan Strome! There's still time to donate to help us reach our $40,000 goal! Click the link in our bio!
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Last chance to win BIG! This signed puck from Dylan Strome is the ultimate prize for any @Capitals fan. But it's not just about the prize - it's about supporting our youth. Every donation brings us closer to our goal. Don't miss out, donate today!
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Arthur Morelli is our lucky winner of an autographed football from @dallascowboys star Jalen Tolbert! Don't miss out – our final raffle winner will be announced this Friday. Enter now for your chance to win!🏈
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Ready to cheer on the @dallascowboys with a special souvenir? Donate to our campaign and you could win this autographed football from Jalen Tolbert! The winner of this special item will be announced tomorrow!
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Our lucky winner of a signed mini helmet from @ravens Zay Flowers is... Gloria Fyall! Huge congrats! 🥳 Don't miss your chance to win next week. Enter now!
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