Men Make A Difference

Fathers/significant male role models: Have a major impact on student success. Data shows that when fathers and significant male role models are involved students:

• Make As and Bs,
  
• Have greater motivation to succeed
  
• Have higher self-esteem
  
• Have less health and emotional problems
  
• More confidence
  
• Are less likely to use drugs
  
• Girls are less likely to engage in pre-marital sex
  
• Are less likely to become teenage parents