Penn's Youth Initiative – Optimal Health for PA Youth

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Penns Youth Initiative!

May 4, 2025

917 Norland Ave Chambersburg, PA

Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES25

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A Sampling of Topics We Explore ...

Self-Awareness
Job-Readiness
Setting Boundaries
Now Goals for Later Dreams
Friendship, Dating, & Love
Navigating Conflict
Understanding Others’ Perspectives
Media Influences
Relationship Red Flags
Whole Person Health
Consent
Breakup Skills

Penn’s Youth Initiative (PYI) programing uses evidence-based, peer reviewed REAL Essentials curricula created by The Center for Relationship Education developed in alignment with studies and data on eﬀective communication and best practices in the study of human flourishing.

Our program scope and sequences are thoughtfully constructed to align with educational standards and desired outcomes of our partnering schools or youth organizations while maintaining age-appropriateness. Multiple learning theories are applied throughout the curricula to produce engaging and effective lessons.

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Join Mod Pizza in
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Penns Youth Initiative!

May 4, 2025

917 Norland Ave Chambersburg, PA

Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES25

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A Sampling of Topics We Explore ...

Student Feedback

"I learned what infatuation is."

"I learned that social media can impact our lives."

"I feel like it opened my eyes and I realized that I'm not going to need a boyfriend for awhile."

"This lesson was helpful because I've been through a really hard breakup, and I wish I had these thoughts and this knowledge that I do now, back then."

"I learned to take care of myself a lot more emotionally."

"I learned a lot about who I am as well as how to relate with others better."

"I feel better about myself."

"I learned [...] how to deal with a break up."

"I learned how to talk to someone about an unhealthy relationship."

"I liked the whole program and how interactive it was. I like how encouraging it was, and helped me feel better about myself."

"I learned that I need to work on myself before I get into a relationship again or when I do."

"I learned how to make myself feel better."

"I feel like [this class] helps people when they feel down."

"I learned what healthy relationships look like."

"I learned that in relationships, it is important to make sure your partner respects you, your boundaries and decisions."

"I feel more confident to go into a relationship."

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Join Mod Pizza insupporting Penns Youth Initiative! May 4, 2025917 Norland Ave Chambersburg, PA Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES25< Download flyer >

A Sampling of Topics We Explore ...

Student Feedback

"I learned what infatuation is."

"I learned that social media can impact our lives."

"I feel like it opened my eyes and I realized that I'm not going to need a boyfriend for awhile."

"This lesson was helpful because I've been through a really hard breakup, and I wish I had these thoughts and this knowledge that I do now, back then."

"I learned to take care of myself a lot more emotionally."

"I learned a lot about who I am as well as how to relate with others better."

"I feel better about myself."

"I learned [...] how to deal with a break up."

"I learned how to talk to someone about an unhealthy relationship."

"I liked the whole program and how interactive it was. I like how encouraging it was, and helped me feel better about myself."

"I learned that I need to work on myself before I get into a relationship again or when I do."

"I learned how to make myself feel better."

"I feel like [this class] helps people when they feel down."

"I learned what healthy relationships look like."

"I learned that in relationships, it is important to make sure your partner respects you, your boundaries and decisions."

"I feel more confident to go into a relationship."

Tell Me More

Join Mod Pizza in
supporting
Penns Youth Initiative!

May 4, 2025

917 Norland Ave Chambersburg, PA

Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES25

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