Empowering Young Leaders to Lead Themselves and Others
PTLC’s Youth Leadership Track equips students with the confidence, mindset, and tools to lead with vision, discipline, and purpose.
Leadership Starts Early
We believe leadership isn’t a title. It’s a mindset. Our youth-focused programs provide students with tools to lead themselves and positively influence those around them.
🔧 What Problems Do We Help Youth Solve?
1. Lack of Direction
Many students don’t know who they are or where they’re going.
✅ We help them discover their strengths, build vision, and set goals.
2. Low Confidence
Students often struggle with believing they can lead or make a difference.
✅ We build self-worth, leadership identity, and courage to take action.
3. Peer Pressure
It’s hard to lead when you’re trying to fit in.
✅ We teach students how to stand strong, lead by example, and stay true to their values.
4. Emotional Challenges
Students don’t always have the tools to handle stress, conflict, or emotions.
✅ We equip them with emotional intelligence, self-control, and resilience.
5. Acquire Real-World Skills
Too many students leave school unprepared for leadership in life or work.
✅ We introduce business, communication, and decision-making skills they can use now and later.
Youth Workshops Include:
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Social and emotional awareness
Self-awareness and personal responsibility
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Respect, discipline, and peer leadership
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Decision-making and integrity
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Growth mindset and growth environments
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Power of influence
Values, goals, and vision
Public speaking and communication
Flexible Formats:
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In-school workshops
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After-school sessions
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Summer leadership workshops
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Faith-based youth sessions
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Leadership mentor training
Trusted by Schools, Youth Groups & Community Leaders
🟩 500+ students trained
🟩 Featured in school districts, churches, and fraternal youth departments
🟩 Real-world leadership scenarios and interactive activities
Programs facilitated at:
- Rowan University CHAMP Program – Glassboro, NJ
- Kean University "G2G" Generation to Generation Program – Union, NJ
- Penns Grove High School – Penns Grove, NJ
- Camden Promise School – Camden, NJ
- Willingboro High School – Willingboro, NJ
- Bridgeton High School – Bridgeton, NJ
- Somerdale Park School – Somerdale, NJ
- Vineland High School – Vineland, NJ
- William H. Moss Knights of Pythagoras – Newark, NJ
- Dr. Henry H. Davis Family School – Camden, NJ
- Thomas Dudley Family School – Camden, NJ
- Cumberland County Regional High School – Bridgeton, NJ
- Millville High School – Millville, NJ
- The Work Group – Pennsauken, NJ
🗣 What Students and Educators Are Saying
- “This program made me look at my goals differently. I feel more focused and ready to lead myself first.” – 12th Grade Student, Willingboro HS
- “Coach Mike connected with our students right away. His energy, message, and authenticity kept them engaged from start to finish.” – Program Director, Millville HS
- “This experience gave our students the opportunity to see themselves as leaders – some for the very first time.” – Kean University G2G Participant
- “I used to think leadership was only for adults or people with titles. Now I know I can lead through how I act and treat others.” – 8th Grade Student, Camden Promise School
- "The session with Coach Mike taught me that I don’t have to wait to be called a leader to act like one.” – 11th Grade Student, Rowan CHAMP participant
Additional Highlights
Willingboro High School – MVP (Making Visions Possible) Program
At Willingboro High School in Willingboro, NJ, PTLC facilitates the MVP (Making Visions Possible) Program to help students turn vision into action. Centered on goal setting, leadership identity, and future planning, the program empowers students to develop the mindset, motivation, and strategies needed to lead themselves and bring their personal and professional dreams to life.
Penns Grove High School – School-Based Youth Services
Through PTLC’s partnership with Penns Grove High School in Penns Grove, NJ, the School-Based Youth Services mentoring group helps students strengthen emotional competencies and grow as confident, responsible leaders. With a focus on self-awareness, empathy, resilience, and communication, participants are equipped to lead themselves and positively impact their school and community.
Camden Promise School – Diamond Leadership Club
At Camden Promise School in Camden, NJ, PTLC leads the Diamond Leadership Club with a focus on business acumen, leadership mindset, and future readiness. Students explore entrepreneurial thinking, financial responsibility, and strategic decision-making while building the confidence to lead with vision and integrity. The program equips young leaders with skills to thrive in school, business, and beyond.
Leadership Session – Kean University G2G Program
Topic: “The Power of Influence”
Coach Mike was invited to speak to participants of Kean University’s Generation to Generation (G2G) Program, a mentoring initiative focused on guiding young men through personal, academic, and leadership development.
In a session titled “The Power of Influence,” Coach Mike unpacked how leadership is not just about titles - but about presence, purpose, and impact.
Rowan University CHAMP Program
PTLC partners with the Rowan University CHAMP Program in Glassboro, NJ to empower high school students through leadership development, self-awareness, and decision-making skills. Designed to support college-bound youth, our sessions focus on confidence, communication, and vision planning. Students are equipped to lead themselves and prepare for success in school, life, and future careers.
Vineland High School
At Vineland High School in Vineland, NJ, PTLC delivers leadership sessions that help students strengthen self-discipline, emotional awareness, and peer influence. The program encourages students to take ownership of their actions, develop leadership habits, and build the confidence to lead with integrity inside and outside the classroom.
