The 7uice Foundation

It’s been a busy summer for the 7uicefoundation team! Let’s recap what we’ve been up to so far, starting with the Dearborn STEM Academy graduation we attended. ? Jaylen’s mom, Mechalle Brown, was invited to be the keynote speaker for this event. We learned more about the amazing work being done at Dearborn STEM Academy, the first grade 6-12 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics school established in the city of Boston. ? Our Executive Director, Amanda K., also addressed the young people, reminding them that they are not only our future leaders but also our leaders today. She empowered them to enter rooms with audacity because their perspectives and voices not only matter but are valuable. ? A huge shoutout to Principal Darlene Marcano who has led the school toward impactful change and made it her mission to build meaningful relationships with the students—something we also believe in at 7uice Foundation. ? Valedictorian Christela St. Cyr spoke truths we didn’t know we needed to hear! She has a bright future, and we are so proud of her! Congratulations to the Dearborn STEM Academy Class of 2024! ??

It’s been a busy summer for the The 7uice Foundation team! Let’s recap what we’ve been up to so far, starting with the Dearborn STEM Academy graduation we attended. ? Jaylen’s mom, Mechalle Brown, was invited to be the keynote speaker for this event. We learned more about the amazing work being done at Dearborn STEM Academy, the first grade 6-12 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics school established in the city of Boston. ? Our Executive Director, Amanda K. also addressed the young people, reminding them that they are not only our future leaders but also our leaders today. She empowered them to enter rooms with audacity because their perspectives and voices not only matter but are valuable. ? A huge shoutout to Principal Darlene Marcano, who has led the school toward impactful change and made it her mission to build meaningful relationships with the students—something we also believe in at 7uice Foundation. ? Valedictorian Christela St. Cyr spoke truths we didn’t know we needed to hear! She has a bright future, and we are so proud of her! Congratulations to the Dearborn STEM Academy Class of 2024! ??

You Got It Girl Growing?Independent?Resilient?Leaders Last week we wrapped up our final week of You Got It Girl and we can not thank you enough for getting your child to camp, whether for a few days or the entire 5 weeks. The summer months are crucial in youth development.?And creating spaces for young women and girls to feel safe and thrive is vital. We did just?that, as we saw 225 girls throughout the summer and this is only year 2. We are super excited for the future and possibilities?of?You Got It Girl. Thank you for your participation and support, this wouldn't be possible without all of the amazing young people who came out each day. We concluded our collaboration with?Franciscan Children’s CWI Summer Experience-??an SEL?group?that included fun activities that are integrated with learning to strengthen social and emotional?skills. Although the providers are mental health clinicians, the?groups?were?meant to help all students with stress and did not include their regular counseling services. The program was designed to be fun and active.?To support each student's academic potential by teaching coping strategies and decision-making?skills?that focus on the mental well-being of students.?Skills?that were taught included mindfulness,?distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotional regulation.?The?skills?were taught using hands-on, fun?activities in small?groups?and applied to all students. On Thursday and Friday, we spent the day at the Reggie Lewis Center, which allowed us to share a 3rd basketball court/gym with the girls and allow them some access to the indoor track. Thank you for having us Michael Turner! And on Friday, we got a visit from Mechalle Brown and Amanda K. of Jaylen Brown's 7uice Foundation, she shared some personal and professional wisdom with the girls and they joined us on a tour of Madison Park's vocation offerings. Mr. Stewart,?Career & Technical?Education?Admissions & Recruitment Manager at Madison showed us some of the wonderful offerings?of Madison Park High School.??Cosmetology, nursing, and culinary seemed to be the favorites of the places we visited. Cory McCarthy M.ED

Join us tomorrow at 11am ET for the livestream of the 2024 Summer Middle School Zero Robotics Final Competition! ?? Led by the incredible Prof. Danielle Wood, the @MIT Media Lab’s Space Enabled research group, and the @Innovation Learning Center, the Zero Robotics program empowers middle school educators and students to program the NASA Astrobee robot on the International Space Station (ISS). This year, over 700 students tackled the “Lost in Space” challenge, where they programmed Astrobee to help rescue an astronaut after the ISS was hit by space debris. In an amazing twist, the MIT team is showcasing Astrobee’s ability to recognize hand gestures from American Sign Language! ?? We’re especially proud to share that five high school interns, sponsored by The 7uice Foundation, played a crucial role in supporting the Zero Robotics program this year. Tune in and witness the future of space exploration and innovation! ??? #ZeroRobotics #7uiceFoundation #SpaceEnabled #MITMediaLab #Innovation #STEM #NASA #Astrobee #SpaceExploration

Jaylen being an NBA Champion and Finals MVP is a testament to the culture of hard work and dedication we have at the foundation. But we’re not stopping here—we’re getting right back to work to create strategies that address the various challenges our communities face. We’re thrilled to share an incredible interview with our Executive Director-CEO, Amanda K. & one of our Bridge students, Jodanny featured on WBZ | CBS Boston. Watch the full clip and join us on this journey! ?? #7uiceCommunity #BridgeProgram #AmandaKuffoh #InspiringVoices #FutureLeaders #EducationMatters #CBSNews #BostonStrong #KeepPushing #JaylenBrown #NBA #Celtics #NonProfit #communityengagement #7uiceFoundation #BridgeProgram #FinalsMVP #nbachamps #students

Our young people stand up !!! Boston Public Schools

Still on Cloud 18 ?? ?? Stills from our time with the bridge students. The bridge program is an educational opportunity program under the 7uice Foundation catered to young people whose identities have been historically disenfranchised. It is one of our programs at the 7uice Foundation. *Students were chaperoned at all times while looking out the window* ??: @patrick_fogarty_ x @gabehilt7

Faith. Consistency. Hard work. ??? Our bridge students from the 7uice Foundation joined our leaders Amanda Kuffoh (@amanda7uice), Jaylen Brown (@fchwpo) and the Celtics to celebrate their historic win! Jaylen has always told them that these three principles would pay off, and now they got to see it firsthand. From overcoming doubt to achieving greatness, they were right there with him, witnessing the power of perseverance. ?? Did you spot us in the parade? Was it in person or on TV? Drop a comment and let us know! ???? S/O to @thehoopbus & @itssamfresh for creating a great environment for us! Let’s do it again this time, next year??? ??Thank you Aaron (@a.aronjames) for joining us on this trip and documenting such a core memory for our students! *Note: All students were chaperoned at all times when looking or leaning out the window* #7uiceFoundation #BelieveInYourself #CelticsChampions #InspireGreatness #7uiceFoundation #JaylenBrown #CelticsWin #NBAChampions #FaithConsistencyHardWork #InspireGreatness #YouthEmpowerment #DreamBig #BelieveInYourself #HardWorkPaysOff #BostonCeltics #ChampionshipParade #CommunityImpact #FutureLeaders #BasketballDreams #FromDoubtToTriumph #InspiringYouth #PositiveChange #CelebrateSuccess #HistoricWin #617 #617day

??Huge shoutout to all the incredible winners of our sweepstakes! Meeting you all and learning about what inspires your passion for our foundation was truly amazing. Your generous donations are making a real impact, and we hope you had an unforgettable experience! ??? Thank you for being part of our journey!

Jaylen Brown shines as the Finals MVP, but he’s always been our MVP at the 7uice Foundation. ???? Congrats to the Celtics team overall. History has been made! What they gon say now?!?!