LEGACY CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SUCCESS

TLC's mission was to investigate outside-the-classroom factors that impede student learning and development, to devise programs that address the identified barriers, and to implement these initiatives through collaborative efforts with youth-serving agencies in the community. In addition, TLC rigorously measures the effectiveness of these programs to determine whether and to what extent their desired outcomes are being achieved. One of the more outstanding early and continuing successes was the implementation of Developmental Assets, a group of 40 positive and constructive character traits and attributes that all children should possess. In collaboration with the Midland County Probate Court and various partner agencies, this concept was promoted throughout the community resulting in significant and stunning reductions of multiple risk-taking activities including drug use and delinquent behaviors. TLC also developed a Model for Youth Success (originally known as the Youth Master Plan)..

Also known as: Legacy Center

Primary location: Midland United States