IMPACT REPORT The First Tee of Central Arkansas
“First Tee has gone over and beyond to adjust their instruction to meet the needs of my special needs students. Coach Brad knows our students by name and even helps us adapt the activity so our wheelchair students can participate. They are learning sportsmanship and other important
social skills through the program. Our kids have grown verbally through the program by learning how to praise their partners as we are playing golf.”
Ashley Washam
Maumelle Schools
2016
Our Mission To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill lifeenhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.
What We Do The First Tee was created to introduce young people from all walks of life to the fun and excitement of golf. Through golf, participants learn personal and social skills such as respect for rules and other players, integrity and sportsmanship, as well as the value of selfreliance, self-control and the ability to set goals and work persistently to realize them. The Life Skills Experience ultimately strives to instill in participants the Nine Core Values of The First Tee: Honesty, Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Courtesy, Judgment, Confidence, Responsibility and Perseverance.
Coach Monica Blake & Mackenzie Lee
Our Mission
What We Do
Funding Sources
2016 Impact
How You Can Help
2017 Board Members
Life Skills Experience
Looking Ahead … 2017
Contact Us
2016 Partners
2016 Funding Sources
2016 Impact In 2016, The First Tee of Central Arkansas reached more than
8,800 young people (increase of 58% over 2015).
On Golf Courses: Little Rock, Conway, Morrilton, Russellville
(visit www.csiyouth.com for locations outside of Little Rock)
In Schools: Baseline Academy, David O’Dodd Elementary,
Morrilton Intermediate, Murrell Taylor Elementary, Roberts Elementary, Tolleson Elementary
At Youth Centers: Bryant, Russellville (visit www.fcccare.org)
Number of Life Skills Participants: 727 (1/3 of participants
are on scholarship)
Number of Outreach Participants: 8,140 (24 participating
groups & schools)
How You Can Help Home School Class
$1,000 will deliver The First Tee curriculum to 100 elementary school students. $500 will give 7 children with disabilities access to the values delivered through the game of golf over a 6-week period. $300 will introduce 25 at-risk youth to the Nine Core Values and Nine Healthy Habits. $240 will “Sponsor a Child” through our Life Skill Experience programming (52 hours of classes annually).
Golfing With The Girls
All Donations to The First Tee of Central Arkansas are Tax-Deductible
The First Tee Code of Conduct Respect for Myself Respect for Others Respect for My Surroundings
Young people do not care what a coach knows until they know a coach cares.
2017 Board of Directors Rick Blank Chad Causey Adam Crow Ray Dillon Margaret Ellibee, PhD Robert Franke Chad Hamlin Lance Hines Joseph Hurst David Jung Arnoud Krijt Brian Marsh Brian McRae Robert Moery Andrew Parker Kendra Pruitt Melissa Rutledge Ernest Sanders Justin Simpson Matthew Snyder John Stewart Rod Sweetman Sherman Tate Robert Tellez Jon Zieske
Life Skills Experience Participants in our “Life Skills Experience” programming become “certified” as they move from one level to the next, from a beginner’s stage to a mastery stage. The “Life Skills Experience” is designed for participants who can attend continuous class sessions during Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The levels include: Target is an exciting introduction to TFTCA Life Skills Experience. It was developed to introduce young people to golf in a safe manner that promotes curiosity about the game while integrating links between golf and life skills. Participants are eligible for Target at age 5. PLAYer (1 & 2) introduces how to play the game of golf with special emphasis on learning golf and life skills, and appreciating the rules and etiquette of the game. Participants who are 7 and older will initiate their involvement in the Life Skills Experience at this level. Par is the first level of the Core Lessons in the Life Skill Experience. This level consists of lessons focusing on interpersonal skills and self-management. Participants who are 9 and older are eligible to enroll in Par Class upon completion of PLAYer 2 certification. Birdie is the second level of the Core Lessons in the Life Skills Experience. This level consists of lessons focusing on self-management and goal-setting. This level is designed for participants age 11 and older. Certification at the Par level is required for entry into Birdie. Life Skills Categories
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Birdie
Eagle
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Goal Setting
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Resilience Skills
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Interpersonal Skills Self-Management
The First Tee Nine Core Values Honesty Integrity Sportsmanship Respect Confidence Responsibility Perseverance Courtesy Judgment
Eagle is the third level of the Core Lessons in the Life Skills Experience. This level consists of lessons focusing on how to resolve conflict cooperatively, build a support team, respect and appreciate diversity and benefit from helping others. This level is designed for participants age 13 and older. Certification at the Birdie level is required for entry into Eagle. Ace is an advanced program of four special projects that are completed over a 2 year time frame. All projects are designed to further develop leadership skills while having fun. Certification is required at all lower levels plus participants must be 14 years of age to enter the program.
Empowering Youth Over Time
Looking Ahead … 2017!
Contact Us
Skillz & Drillz Advanced skill level class that focuses on the fundamentals of golf. The class will be offered to those who know the basics and want to take their game to the next level. There will be a minimum of 1 class a month starting in February with each class focusing on different aspects of the game. To learn more and sign-up, visit www.thefirstteear.org. Cost per class is $25 and is limited to 20 youth.
The First Tee of Central Arkansas 1 First Tee Way Little Rock, AR 72204 (501) 562-4653 support@thefirstteear.org
Middle School League, March 28 - May 25 Middle School League is a unique opportunity for middle school youth to gain life skills and compete at a high level. The league takes place on Tues, Wed, & Thurs. Cost is $200 per player.
Visit us on the web at www.thefirstteear.org
“A Day At The Masters”, April 6 2017 will be the ninth annual fundraiser celebrating the beginning of the four major PGA tournaments. “A Day At The Masters” is a two-person nine-hole Par 3 competition, that includes a Champions reception and silent auction. A twoperson team will cost $250. Tickets for the Champions reception and silent auction will be $50 per person. Sponsorships are also available.
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Central Arkansas Junior Classic, April 15 This event is open to ages 5-18 and you will be grouped by gender, age, and skill set. It will be a 9-hole tournament with tee times starting at 8:30 AM. Entry fee will be $30, trophies to the winners with lunch provided The Monk Wade Junior Classic, May 13-14 Sponsored by the ASGA Junior Golf. Please visit asga.org to learn more. Summer Camp, June 13-16; June 27-30; July 11-14; July 25-28; August 1-4 Dates subject to change based on school extensions for inclement weather. Each camp is Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 to Noon. Cost to attend one camp is $85 for members or $125 for non-members. Junior PLAYERS Championship, September 30 This event is open to ages 5-18 and you will be grouped by gender, age, and skill set. It will be a 9-hole tournament with tee times starting at 8:30 AM. Entry fee will be $30, trophies to the winners with lunch provided The First Tee Classic, October 27 2017 will be the tenth annual fundraiser celebrating the end of the golf season. The First Tee Classic is a four-man scramble over 18 holes. The event includes lunch and reception. A four-person team will cost $1,000. Sponsorships are also available.
"What The First Tee does each day serves as proof of what we believe: Young people matter, and so do their relationships with caring adults." - Joe Louis Barrow, Jr.
2016 Partners City of Little Rock Deltic Timber Walmart Foundation Rick & Pam Blank Arkansas Electric Cooperative Inc. CS&L, Inc. Dillard’s Nabholz Foundation Arkansas Hospital Assoc. Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce CenturyLink Drennan Insurance Marketing, Inc. Mitchell Williams Nucor-Yamato Steel Stephens, Inc. Alan Warrick Joe & Mimi Hurst Wright, Lindsey & Jennings O’Reilly Hospitality Management, LLC