Since the beginning of the program, we have come to understand that supporting our scholar’s wellness is not limited to physical fitness, but to overall socio-emotional health as well. These principles are backed up by Nationwide research that shows there is a great need for not only proper education and implementation of nutrition and exercise…

A nutritious diet, or lack thereof, can have a long-lasting impact on athletic performance, mental acuity, and overall wellness. Research shows that students from low-income households are at a significant disadvantage when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet: Food deserts, areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious food, tend to be inhabited by…

Regular exercise has been proven to be an effective tool in improving self-esteem, general mental health, and sleep while reducing stress, anxiety, and treating depression (National Institute of Health). This is why our organization integrates squash sessions into regular operations: to instill healthy exercise regimes for our scholars’ to take with them through college and beyond….