LEADERS BELIEVERS ACHIEVERS
All youths can lead and achieve if they believe in a brighter future, have a plan to achieve it, and can rely on a caring network of adults for support.
Why
Statement of Purpose. We’re building a stronger tomorrow by cultivating the next generation of leaders, inspiring belief in our young people, and enabling their achievement.
How
Flight Plan. Our specially developed CR Dreams program helps youths envision and plan for their future while tech-forward resources and our focus on community engagement propels connection, exploration and learning.
Who
OurCloud. Everybody has a stake in the future, which is why we rely on the direct involvement of caring adults and local businesses to create maximum impact.
What’s new
WITH LBA
CRPD AND YOUTH CONNECT
LBA students recently visited with officers from the Cedar Rapids Police Department in several schools across the city. Both officers and students exchanged honest opinions about many things going on in the world and the challenges of being a youth as well as those of working in law enforcement. Additionally, students learned about career paths in law enforcement and other public service roles. These visits were very impactful, and we are always grateful when our youth and members of CRPD are able to spend time learning about one another.
MOBILE APP ENGAGEMENT
LBA has continued to work with its technology partner AlleeOop to further integrate the use of a mobile platform to enhance the way the community can support the growth of our youth.
Connecting multiple adults (Vision Coaches) to students to provide support, guidance, and encouragement the platform helps youth take actionable steps to move themselves closer to their goals and to earn REWARDS when they accomplish tasks and reach milestones.