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Life Skills for Teens: Empowering the Next Generation

Equipping teens with essential skills for a successful future.

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Mission and Founders

The mission behind Life Skills for Teens is simple: to equip teens in our local communities with the essential knowledge and skills they’ll need as they transition into adulthood. Founded by Micheale Pless, an ICU nurse and business owner, and Amanda Bell, a top Realtor and CEO of multiple businesses, the organization was born out of a shared passion for giving back. Through 13 years of friendship and overcoming life’s challenges, Micheale and Amanda decided to create something extraordinary to support young people, particularly those facing adversity, and help them succeed in life.

Our Vision

We believe that today’s youth are the key to tomorrow’s future. Our goal is to empower teens by teaching them practical skills, from building professional relationships to managing personal finances. We want to ensure they grow in wisdom, confidence, and self-sufficiency. Life Skills for Teens aims to reach as many teens as possible, expanding beyond our community to make a nationwide impact.

Our Programs

  • Etiquette: Our coach Tony helps teens understand the importance of first impressions, confidence, and basic manners. From learning how to shake hands to tying a tie, these skills are fundamental for building successful relationships and careers.
  • HR & Payroll: Teaches teens how to navigate payroll, understand taxes, and ace job interviews—essential knowledge for any first-time job seeker. Includes mock job interviews.
  • Home & Kitchen Safety: Uses humor and practical tips to teach teens how to safely manage household tasks, like electrical safety or handling kitchen appliances.
  • Credit: Kenneth, our credit specialist, explains the importance of building and maintaining good credit—a life skill many don’t fully understand until it’s too late.
  • Banking & Money Management: Fran, serial entrepreneur, breaks down budgeting, saving, and spending, teaching teens how to manage their finances in the real world.
  • Basic First Aid & Health: This course emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated, life-saving CPR, and learning basic first aid techniques that could save lives.
  • Law & Police Interaction: Our local hero, Doug Huseman, guides teens on how to navigate encounters with law enforcement and better understand their rights and responsibilities.
  • Vehicle Maintenance: Cody and his team teach basic vehicle upkeep like changing a tire and jump-starting a battery, ensuring teens are prepared for life on the road.
  • Fire Safety: Local firefighters deliver engaging presentations on fire prevention, escape planning, and safe handling of fire hazards, equipping teens with critical safety skills.
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  • In addition to these courses, we offer assistance with creating resumes and filling out FAFSA forms, providing teens with hands-on guidance to prepare for college and their careers.

We are thrilled to offer these life-changing courses and support the next generation in becoming self-reliant, responsible, and confident individuals. Join us in this journey to empower our youth!

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