We are dedicated to helping at-risk young people in the San Antonio area to chart a new and better course for their life.
Our name says a lot about us and what we do. First, we are “mission-focused,” that is to say; our approach, efforts, and limited resources are all dedicated to guiding at-risk juveniles toward a better future. Our approach and program has been narrowed and fine-tuned over the years to more effectively serve these young men. We don’t try to be all things or to do all things. Our methods are tried and true and we stay with what we have found works well with troubled youth.
While we admit it is not quick or easy to turn around at-risk youth, we are always optimistic and believe that building a successful life is possible for every young person. It is important to place ambitious goals and high expectations on our young clients. And then give them the knowledge, tools, and resources to make the necessary changes… to help them believe that a better way of life for them is indeed “possible.”
Why not call ourselves “Mission Possible 180” since it appears that our mission is to help adolescents (and adults) make a 180-degree change in their lives? We certainly work hard to help juveniles turn their lives around and to guide them toward positive adulthood, but we want them to reach for even more. We encourage our young people to ultimately look beyond themselves and think about helping others… becoming an example, role model, and mentor to other at-risk youth. In doing so, they come full circle or a full 360 degrees.
NOTE: Anyone referred to our MP360 Program from Bexar County Court of Law 13 with Honorable Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez, please contact John Vacca first via cell 210-519-1304.
Volunteer. . . make a difference!
MP360 is seeking volunteers with range of different skills and have the time and energy to provide help in the following areas:
- Mentors
- Administrative Assistance
- Marketing and Promotions
- Grant Writing and Funding
- Supporter and Donor Relations
- Event Planning
- Legal Guidance and Assistance
Volunteering can be even more life-changing for the giver than for the receiver!
If you are interested in volunteering, contact us here.
Joven Noble Curriculum:
This is an evaluated 10-session curriculum that includes youth positive development, support, and leadership enhancement, which heals childhood trauma and preparedness for adulthood. The curriculum also promotes responsible and respectful behavior in relationships with their family and community. We create sacred space where they learn that they have a sacred purpose.
Counseling:
Is offered to address the many issues youth face today, common problems range from depressive symptoms, anger or explosive episodes, defiance toward authority, drug use (experimental and dependency), poor academic performance, mood swings, social and peer conflict. Also includes, anger management skill training, behavioral training, and teen parent training.
Mentoring:
The philosophy of MP360 is that through adults teaching and role modeling for adolescents the principles of true young man and woman will have a deeper meaning and purpose for life. The MP360 program participant spends time with his adult mentor on a one to one basis beginning the process of restoring the broken image of a “Male Role Model”. As their relationship builds the mentor begins to instill in the youth the Concept of La Palabra, the Word, is instilled in the youth. With statements that is, I give you my Word, I will not hurt you. I will be a good example for you. I will get you the help you need. I will value you. You can trust me.”
Job Readiness:
Consists of weekly sessions of job readiness training (e.g., educating participants in knowing how to interview, complete job applications, understand employer expectation, and learning professional dress technique.)
Faith Sharing:
As a way to continue helping youth grow in a positive way the mentors and staff will present the many ways youth can begin to learn more about faith. This may include learning and understanding the bible, entering a faith-based church, learning an examination of consciousness, and responsibility of community service and charity.
Rites of Passage Retreat:
The Hero’s Journey is an exciting three-day retreat for youth under the guidance of adult mentors, finding sacredness and purpose, crossing the bridge from adolescence into young adulthood, healing wounds and learning life skills, discover their talents and gifts. The setting of the retreat takes place at an outdoors natural environment where students experience fishing, canoeing, boating, building sacred fires and cooking, swimming, hiking (day and night), setting up tents outdoor equipment operation, meditation and relaxation, Indigenous arts, crafts, archery, walking sticks, and spirit sticks. For the majority of our participants this is the first time they have ever done or participated in any of these outdoor activities.