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CURRENT TRENDS

CURRENT TRENDS 30% less Testosterone 1976 2016

OUR SCHOOLS Early Childhood Curriculum Teachers teach the way the learn Very few male teachers Early Childhood Curriculum Teachers Teach The Way They Learned Less Recess, More Test Prep Middle and High School Culture OUR SCHOOLS

OUR COMMUNITIES Absence of Male Role Models Inconsistent Parenting Styles Internet and Social Media Video Games OUR COMMUNITIES

déjà vu = see something new in a familiar way vujà de = see something familiar in a new way NCDB Purpose Increase the knowledge and understanding of the development of boys in all aspects, including educational, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual growth Serve as a resource center for the assemblage, study, publication, and dissemination of knowledge and best practices pertaining to the development of boys with emphasis on the roles of educational institutions, educators, parents, mentors and others who work with boys in such development. Partner with the thought leaders, educational institutions, and others who work with boys in their development

TACTILE VISUAL AUDITORY HOW STUDENTS LEARN NCDB Purpose Increase the knowledge and understanding of the development of boys in all aspects, including educational, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual growth Serve as a resource center for the assemblage, study, publication, and dissemination of knowledge and best practices pertaining to the development of boys with emphasis on the roles of educational institutions, educators, parents, mentors and others who work with boys in such development. Partner with the thought leaders, educational institutions, and others who work with boys in their development AUDITORY

THE SCIENCE MALE BRAIN FEMALE BRAIN

NCDB MISSION AND VISION Our Mission To improve the lives of boys by providing resources and programs for parents, teachers, mentors and organizations committed to helping with their learning and development as they journey to manhood. Our Vision To lead a national conversation about boys and share the most extensive collection of resources related to their education and development. Who Do We Serve? The center exists for the benefit of all who desire to learn more about educating and raising boys and the journey from boyhood to manhood, regardless of their location or calling.

NCDB HISTORY Established by the McCallie School in 2015 Public purpose initiative Independent non-profit organization (501c3) Separate ED, advisory board and by-laws Shared back office staff and facilities

PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP (P3) P3 = AGILITY + FLEXIBILITY + RESOURCES

THE STRATEGY vs We are not trying to recreate the wheel. We will partner with existing organizations.

THE STRATEGY We can serve more boys by influencing the influencers. (Parents, Educators, Coaches, and Mentors)

STRATEGIC PARTNERS Dr. Michael Gurian President of the Gurian Institute National leader in research based strategies for educating and raising boys and girls. NYT best selling author (28 books in 22 languages)

NATIONAL CENTER FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF BOYS THE FOCUS NATIONAL CENTER FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF BOYS Research and Resource Dissemination Community and Family Support School and Institutional Efficacy-Development Speaking Events White papers Newsletters Studies and meta-analyses Library of resources Pilot programs Parent and mentor coaching Violence reduction programs and partnerships Summits and events for parents and faith communities Teacher training Training for mental health and social service workers Collaboration with sports and athletic organizations Consulting for single gender institutions

THE NCDB EFFECT (TODAY) Parents, educators, coaches, and mentors who are utilizing the latest research and best practices for educating and raising boys.

NCDB EFFECT (TOMORROW) Parents, educators, coaches, and mentors who are utilizing the latest research and best practices for educating and raising boys. Can you hear me now?

NCDB EFFECT (TOMORROW) Closed achievement gaps Increased student engagement Increased teacher effectiveness Lowered discipline referrals Decreased bullying and relational violence Lowered drop out rates Improved teacher-parent relationships Improved digital citizenship Reduced incarceration rates Reduced gang activity

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