C-10 Mentoring & Leadership

C-10 Mentoring & Leadership
C-10 Mentoring & Leadership

CYITML launched the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program in 2018 to give a select group of high school students from greater Kansas City a chance to gain life and job skills, receive educational enhancements, hear from local influencers, and serve in community service projects.

Ultimately, we are helping to develop the next generation of leaders in Kansas City … and helping to make sure that they become major leaguers in life.

C-10 PROGRAM IMPACT

67

STUDENTS have participated in the C-10 program

71

MENTORS dedicated to student success

66

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS have been completed

46

STUDENTS graduated from the program! (But they’re still involved as young adults.)

22

CAREER EXPLORATION FIELD TRIPS opening new doors

7

FAMILY CONNECTIONS: Families who’ve had more than one student in C-10

Application Process

The application for our 2026-27 student cohort is now OPEN!

If you’ll be in the 9th-11th grade in the fall of 2026 and would like to apply for the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program, click here.

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C-10 has impacted my life tremendously. I always wanted to go to college but C-10 helped that dream become a reality. I didn’t think I had a high enough GPA to apply, but my mentor insisted I should apply. Six days later I was accepted.

Jacob Bailey

C-10 Foundational Attributes

Character

Courage

Commitment

Confidence

Choices

Creative

Curious

Concentration

Composure

Competitor

Cheerfulness

Compassion

Cooperation

Coaching

Additional C-10 Details Just For You!

FOR MENTORS

Mentors are the backbone of our program! Mentors, whether they are one-on-one with a student or a pinch hitter (fill-in mentor), offer guidance, support, and encouragement to students, helping them navigate academic and personal challenges while fostering leadership skills.

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FOR STUDENTS

Students in C-10 are empowered through personalized mentoring, leadership development, and community engagement. Join us to build confidence, enhance skills, and connect with inspiring mentors who support your journey toward personal growth and future success.

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FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS

We know that as a parent or guardian, you are the primary influence in your child’s life. Our C-10 Mentoring Program is designed to come alongside you, providing your high school student with an additional layer of support, guidance, and community.

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C-10 gives me a great opportunity to help a student with the journey from high school to the next phase in life. Whether that next phase be college, trade school, or entering the work force it’s rewarding to be able to help the next generation of leaders through my experience and knowledge.

Stann Tate, C-10 Mentor

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