Based on evaluation data gathered during the 2009/2010 school year, the Circle of Care concept paper was completed. Nine (9) of the students that participated in the focus group indicated that they felt capable of obtaining a job or starting a business upon graduation. Nine (9) students showed increased academic achievement, as indicated by a 90-day follow-up.

This contract provides the funds necessary to implement a summer program focused on entrepreneurial, leadership, technology, and life skills training for 30 at-risk youth who attend Title I schools in East Tampa and Brandon Alternative in East County. The change in service is the focus from entrepreneurial training for teen parents to entrepreneurial training for youth ages 9 to 15 attending Title I and alternative schools. Specifically, Project LEAD training activities will be interfaced using three interactive segments: BIZ Kid$, Robotics, and Business Etiquette. Each segment will provide opportunities for exposure, hands-on practice, academic reinforcement, and a general sense of belonging and self-awareness.