One World Taekwondo Foundation, Inc.

<p>One World Taekwondo supports youth in the Harlem community through giving them a chance to change their lives by understanding the discipline and power that come from practicing a martial art. We believe that participation in martial arts has a substantive, positive effect on the lives of young people. Our scholarship program gives economically disadvantaged youth access to the benefits of studying taekwondo at our school, Harlem Tae Kwon Do. They learn discipline, focus, self-confidence, and respect for themselves and others. Students must maintain good academic standing in order to remain eligible. <br /><br />Scholarship opportunities are also available to adults in the form of full or partial tuition assistance or through our work/study program. Applicants must demonstrate a willingness to give back to the community. <br /><br />Scholarship eligibility is based on, but not limited to, a lack of financial means, a need to augment after school activities, the recommendation of a health professional, or a motivation to learn martial arts. Acceptance of candidates for scholarships is the sole discretion of the board of directors. Documentation reviewed includes the signed Confidential Application, signed Agreement, signed liability waiver, signed Dojang Rules &amp; Etiquette, the Trial Month Review, and Free School lunch qualification letter, previous years tax return, pay stubs or any other proof of income as the Board deems acceptable. Additional materials for children (K-12) include a supporting letter and the child's most recent report card. Applications are reviewed at the next upcoming board meeting or via email if the next meeting is more than 1 month away. <br /><br />Scholarships are for 1 year from the date of approval and applicants may re-certify each year to continue their training. The scholarship covers Tuition for 12 months ($1200), basic sparring equipment ($20), uniform ($40) and annual testing fees (4/year-$180). The applicant's responsibility is a $25 application fee to cover administrative costs. <br /><br />The first month of the scholarship period is a trial month which allows the applicant a chance to demonstrate their seriousness and commitment to the program and provides the board with the required Trial Month Review. <br /><br />Continued involvement in the program is based upon the following criteria including but not limited to: Academic Criteria (K-12 grade) - maintenance of prior grades at school, attendance at school satisfactory within school requirements, behavior and attitude satisfactory within school guidelines; Dojang Criteria - attendance in at least three classes per week, satisfactory attitude and performance in class, observance of dojang rules; demonstrate a willingness to give back.</p>

<p>The program is designed&nbsp;to give youth a chance to change his or her life by understanding the discipline and power that comes from practicing a martial art.&nbsp;We strive to instill values that will carry with them through the entire course of their life - discipline to achieve goals,&nbsp;respect for self and others, self confidence to handle life&#8217;s pressures,&nbsp;gitness for physical well-being, self defense for personal protection, focus and concentration for everyday life. We believe that with these values, all youth can become successful adults and make a positive change in the world around them.</p>

<p>After one week in the program, students become more focused and able to follow directions quickly.&nbsp;After two weeks, there is an improvement in school performance and parents say their children&nbsp;listen better.&nbsp;After one month, grades improve and teachers compliment the focus and concentration the student exhibits in class and in homework.</p>

We survey parents of new students after their child has been in the program for one month, 6 months, and one year.&nbsp;We hope to expand the survey to include the child's school teachers.

<p>Survey results are forthcoming.</p>