StreetLeader Program

StreetLeaders

The StreetLeader Program will grow in size and IMPACT immediately with the Crossover Community Center!

Rocelia and her family at her graduation.

Giving Back To Our Community

by Rocelia Martinez

I was introduced to Crossover in February 2020 when I got an email from my school talking about a job that was hiring high school students. Right away I thought this would be a really good opportunity for me because it would help me determine what I would want to do when I grow up, such as work in childcare or become a social worker. I also knew it would look really good on my College resume. I did not realize that it would help me in so many other ways too! Crossover has influenced me to become more interactive with kids and adults every day, which helps me with real world communication skills although, I am a shy person. It’s really important to have good communication skills and thankfully I have learned those skills because of Crossover. Crossover is a Christian-based after-school and summer program for kids who are taught to appreciate education, and they are also assisted in preparing for their adolescence. Not only are we an after-school program for kids, but we also strive to keep our community safe and clean. I have a good relationship with my co-workers and supervisors who always make sure that me and my team are on the right path. My co-workers and I really developed a good bond one day after work when we went out to eat. Our College Leaders asked us about how we were doing in school, and we learned more about them. I felt like this experience helped strengthen our relationship and had a good effect on how we relate to each other at work as well. After work, we have “Power Hour” where our supervisor, Mr. Jeremy, talks about our hunger for God and our goals in life. We are encouraged to also give back to our community through volunteer work. Our StreetLeader group participated in Crossover’s Neighborhood Workday where we cleaned up around the neighborhood so that we can help North Tulsa look more beautiful. My main focus right now is to make sure the kids are headed on the right path; I really enjoy spending time with them. Our team had an easter egg hunt for the kids and they really enjoyed it, not only did they enjoy it but we also got to bond with the children, and I think that was the best part. I absolutely love being a part of Crossover, and I really believe that this program can lead me on the right path. After all, that’s what Crossover is all about, helping students and the community within North Tulsa.

Rocelia mentoring Crossover Kids

Rocelia Martinez works with Crossover Community Impact as a StreetLeader. She is a graduate of McLain High School, Class of 2021. Since her graduation, she plans to take advantage of the Tulsa Achieves Program to attend college at Tulsa Community College and major in Business Management. She is a hard worker who receives praise consistently from the other staff members, her superiors, and even from the Tulsa Public Schools’ Superintendent! She will definitely follow the path that has been set for her and continue to help others along the way.

To learn more about the StreetLeader Program, please go to www.crossoverimpact. org/streetleader/.