"I learned so much like setting goals and actually thinking about what I want to do in life ---> my personal mission.

The Youth Leadership Mastermind has been an experience that I have never been through, and I am so grateful for it and Ms. Brenda!

I have gained a desire to lead myself even better in the future. I have also definitely been more self-aware of my strengths AND weaknesses, which encourages me and builds myself up into a better person."

-Noel, 9th Grader

"This year, I've been able to notice when there is a need to step up, and I've stepped up more recently.

I have also changed my word choice a lot to make myself easily understandable while still being open to ideas.

My confidence in myself is still about the same, although my moments of high confidence are more frequent now.

I've reflected a lot on my actions recently and really thought through decisions."

-Ryan, 8th Grader

“I've definitely noticed an attitude change in me. I'm more laid back because I don't care about other people’s opinions about me as much as I used to.

It’s a big improvement from last year and the years before that…

I have gained more confidence in who I am. I do enjoy thinking about my future, though sometimes it kind of scares me.

Thank you, Ms. Brenda, for being so supportive, and showing me how to lead myself and other people better!!”

-Lauren, 9th Grader

“I was made more aware about myself and how I can use my certain skills and abilities to help others.

The Mastermind has helped me learn more about goal-setting and how to lead myself well. I have learned a lot from this Mastermind.

Thank you for teaching us how to lead ourselves well."

-Zoe, 7th Grader

“In the Mastermind, I learned how to set a goal and build good habits.

I value leadership more now. I also value failure more and understand how to grow from it. Thank you so much!”

-Elliot, 9th Grader

“The Mastermind personally helped me to grow healthier mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually.

I grew to make wiser decisions. I learned important things that I don't get to learn anywhere else.”

-Diego, 7th Grader

Lauren no longer feels burdened by other people's opinions about her because she sees how unique she is, and she embraces how God created her.

The Leadership Mastermind has taught Lauren to consider and develop her long term and short term goals. We have had many discussions about her strengths, her interests, and how she can take practical steps to make her dreams come true.

Mostly, Brenda has helped Lauren to recognize her own individuality in the eyes of Christ. This has helped my daughter see that God took the time to make her special, and that she has a calling in her life that only she can fulfill.

-Parents of 9th Grader

Ryan is more confident, willing to try new things, not afraid of failure, willing to step up more and take his responsibilities seriously.

Also with Brenda’s guidance, he has started to explore his personal mission and the purpose of his life.

The process of self-discovery might not be easy for teenagers, especially in today's society. But we are so blessed to have Brenda who supports and equips Ryan well in this process.

I highly recommend this Mastermind program to anyone who has a teenager at home! Brenda’s knowledge and experience with teenagers, firm belief in God, and passion to equip young people with personal leadership skills are the best!

-Parents of 8th Grader

The Mastermind has laid a strong foundation of personal leadership for Diego. I've seen him especially grow in his ability to set personal goals this year, and achieve them!

Two specific goals he set and achieved this year were trying out for (and making!) the middle school soccer team (even though his main sport is volleyball), and using what he learned in class about courage to conquer his fear of big roller coasters. He’s been to Six Flags Magic Mountain multiple times already!

We are looking forward to even more growth next year! I am forever grateful.

-Parent of Rising 7th Grader

The "Discover Your Personal Mission" curriculum invited our son to explore new and different academic areas...

...like choosing a psychology-related topic for his school report, which is great.

Our son needed the Leadership Mastermind this past year to help him stay focused. We do see our son laying out plans for himself better. His teen years are still frustrating at times, but after he discovered his interest in music as a career, we noticed he’s more responsible about his lessons and music rehearsals and taking more opportunities with music.

We're also happy that he's become good friends with some of the others in the group!

-Parents of 8th Grader

Brenda has designed a Gospel-based program that lays the groundwork for intentional living, self-discipline, and growth mindset.

Our teen grew in self-awareness. He was challenged to contemplate and apply leadership principles through the Mastermind group.

The group sessions and individual mentorship helped our son to identify his own goals and set him up for success in all areas: school, sports, family, and friendships.

Thank you for everything you've done for our son this past season, Brenda! We so appreciate all of the content and how you have been shepherding him through this time in his life!

-Parents of 9th Grader

Every student should join this Mastermind.

-Parents of 9th Grader