IYT Florin High School Impact Update: February 2026
- Mar 16
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 18
Month in Review: Habits & Leadership
February at Florin High School was all about intentional action and building the foundation for long-term success. From exploring practical strategies for college readiness to celebrating the positive energy of our newest leaders, our young men are stepping up and putting in the work.
Setting Up for Success: Building Habits, Direction & Persistence
This month, our IYT Brothers dove into “Building Habits, Direction & Persistence Toward College Readiness,” a workshop focused on practical strategies and personal growth to set themselves up for long-term success. The session heavily emphasized intentional action, self-awareness, and the true power of Brotherhood.
Key Workshop Takeaways:
Consistent Action: Brothers learned to build on their existing strengths to develop consistent habits, clear goals, and purposeful action.
Emotional Wellness: We focused on self-awareness, emotional regulation, resilience, and viewing help-seeking as a profound strength.
Future Pathways: College was explored as a powerful tool to expand access, options, and career opportunities.
Community Support: Students learned that long-term success is sustained through persistence, planning, and the power of Brotherhood and community.
Holistic Growth: The workshops successfully integrated Identity & Belonging, Wellness, College & Career Readiness, and Leadership through movement, dialogue, and skill-building exercises.
Brother of the Month
Brother Devance
9th Grade
As a new member of the program this year, Brother Devance has already shown what it means to lead with commitment and excellence!
In his short time with the program, he has proven himself as a natural-born leader—committed, consistent, and full of positive energy. Brother Devance brings absolute joy to our space every single day, inspires his peers to be their best, and truly embodies the core values of Improve Your Tomorrow. Shout out to this amazing Brother!
Upcoming Events
Name | Date & Time | Description |
College Tour | 03/21/2026 | CSU Sacramento |
Program Directory & Schedules
Program Manager: Bryan Kennedy
Florin High School
Programming Schedule: Mondays (3:30 - 5:15pm) & Wednesdays (2:30 - 4:45pm) Study Hall: Monday through Friday
Mentor & Parent Engagement
Number of Parent Engagement Sessions: | 452 |
Number of Mentor Sessions: | 452 |
Caseload Info
Bryan Kennedy
"This work is important to me because these young men are our future. It is part of my job to pour into them what was poured into me so that they are ready to achieve and make it through college."