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# Our youth leadership program expanding to schools

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# Our youth leadership program expanding to schools

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Updated: Apr 15

![Program co-ordinator Mary Ellen Veale smiles broadly at a school gym where the Accelerate youth program was held.](https://blog.visioncoachinginc.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/c77b47_019c22bb232c4b72af2148de50c7532c~mv2.jpg)

Vision Coaching's Mary Ellen Veale

Leadership doesn’t wait for adulthood – and it doesn’t come from a textbook.

This winter, a pilot of Vision Coaching's [Accelerate](https://www.visioncoachinginc.com/accelerateyouth) youth leadership program at middle school helped 15 students unlock confidence, courage and connection in just four weeks.

Participants explored leadership, communication and self-confidence through a blend of physical activities like yoga, boxing and Pilates, paired with interactive classroom conversations. Each session connected movement with mindset, and leadership with lived experience.

Feedback from the school and participants was deeply encouraging.

### 'Amazing experience'

“I have experienced firsthand the results of your work with our students,” the vice-principal remarked. “In one instance, a student who may not have always been forthcoming was extremely so when I had to address their behaviour. The student took accountability for their actions… It was a wonderful moment.”

Parents and students echoed the positive response:

“I loved this program so much! Definitely recommend it to anyone! Super great staff and instructors,” one youth remarked.

“It was an amazing experience,” another said.

Added a parent: “Our daughter enjoyed all of the sessions. It was fantastic for her confidence.”

**More schools**

The program was a hit – and it’s just the beginning. With plans to bring Accelerate to more schools in the Saint John, N.B., area this spring, we’re excited to continue creating spaces where youth can move, reflect and lead with confidence.

For more information about the program or to bring it to your school, visit [www.visioncoachinginc.com/accelerateyouth](http://www.visioncoachinginc.com/accelerateyouth) or contact Mary Ellen Veale at [marye@visioncoachinginc.com](mailto:marye@visioncoachinginc.com).

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