Together Friends Organization
Summer Program
Kalli, middle school
What our students say
I am in the TFO program at Morrow Middle School and President of the club. I've been in the program for 2 years. I love the activities we do. It opens me up to more things I can do in my future and stuff. I really enjoy it. The most exciting thing about this program is that we get to make new friends and just come together in one environment. My favorite experience was the trip to the Honda plant. When it comes to mechanical engineering and how to make a car, I feel that will help us more in the future. TFO has also helped me with my class scores and GMAS. It gives me the knowledge I need to do certain problem work and get my grade straight.
Program Overview
Our Summer entry-level program stands out with its unique approach, designed to help our new members embark on a journey of self-discovery. Through a series of engaging activities, our members will uncover their individual strengths and areas for growth. Weekly team discussions and regular journal reflections will be their guideposts on this exciting path.
Self-Assessment & Goals
At our summer camp, students will not only participate in STEM activities but also learn to evaluate their own performance accurately. This self-assessment, coupled with the setting of short-term and long-term goals, will help them visualize their future selves. Our core values and guiding principles instill the belief that learning is an active process, empowering our members to take charge of their own learning journey.
Exploring STEM Careers
Another expected outcome for the summer camp is to guide our members in clearly understanding their expectations from the program. TFO’s activities engage the members to explore new passions in STEM. We provide weekly guest speakers who share their backgrounds and reasons for choosing their career paths. They also share the strengths and challenges they have overcome to be in the position they are in today. Our field trips provide our members with exposure to a wide range of career options in the STEM fields that they would not have had the opportunity to know existed.
STEAM/e & Team Building
We introduce our members to STEAM/e through entry-level STEM activities. We begin with the Engineering Design Process, which includes assembling, coding, and operating Lego robots and Tello drones. Our members are asked to explore their interests, and the coaches link them to potential career options in the STEAM/e fields. Our guest speakers play an important role in sharing their interests.
Support Our Mission
Your contribution can make a profound difference. By donating to TFO, you help us continue to provide essential resources and opportunities to students who need them most. Join us in our mission to transform lives and build a brighter future for all. Donate today and be a part of our impactful work.
Our Mission
Together Friends Organization is dedicated to closing proficiency gaps and empowering underserved youth through STEAM/e education, preparing them for tomorrow’s exciting career opportunities.