Program Details
Developmental Assets Supported by the STEPS TO RESPECT Program
These "developmental assets" were identified by the nonprofit Search Institute as "positive experiences and personal qualities that young people need to grow up healthy, caring, and responsible." The Search Institute conducts applied social-science research to foster the healthy development of young people.
External Assets
Support
- Family support
- Positive family communication
- Other adult relationships
- Caring out-of-home climate
- Parent involvement in out-of-home situations
Empowerment
- Community values children
- Children are given useful roles
- Safety
Boundaries and Expectations
- Out-of-home boundaries
- Adult role models
- Positive peer interaction and influence
- Appropriate expectations for growth
Internal Assets
Commitment to Learning
- Achievement, expectation, and motivation
- Children are engaged in learning
- Stimulating activity and homework
- Enjoyment of learning and bonding to school
Positive Values
- Caring
- Equality and social justice
- Integrity
- Honesty
- Responsibility
Social Competencies
- Planning and decision-making
- Interpersonal skills
- Cultural competence
- Resistance skills
- Peaceful conflict resolution
Positive Identity
- Personal power
- Self-esteem
- Sense of purpose
- Positive view of personal future