Research-Based Benefits

Self-Esteem!

College Applications!

fun!

role model!

realistic experience!

According to Today's Parent, a "surefire way to boost confidence in kids is to encourage them to take on tasks they show interest in, then make sure they follow through to completion. It doesn’t matter what the task—it could be anything from swimming laps to beating levels in video games. The point is for them to stick with what they start, so they feel that hit of accomplishment at the end. Encouraging kids to pursue their interests unquestionably builds self-esteem." click for more >>

Expertise from Blue Sky Kids sessions will make your child stand out. Harold Ekeh, accepted into all 8 Ivy League colleges, gives the following advice, "While being focused in high school is good, taking some risks in your activities often makes you stand out." click for more >>

According to the Washington Post, "Optimal brain activation occurs when subjects are in positive emotional states or when the material holds personal meaning, connects to their interests, is presented with elements of novelty, or evokes wonder." click for more>> Your child will love to expand knowledge and skills in an area he/she already loves with sessions designed just for him/her.

The expert and your child will develop a relationship similar to that of a mentorship, in which positive behavior is modeled. Research has shown great value in mentorships. click for more >>

Consider the Blue Sky Kids series a pre-internship, time with an expert to test out a possible future career and gather real working knowledge. Research has shown that "graduates across all majors achieve consistently positive career outcomes as a result of their internship experiences." click for more >>