The goals of the Sophiscleveland Stepper and Drumrow DC is to increase participation in school, self-improvement, self-esteem, physical health, leadership, and a moral sense for development and growth. We would like to decrease negative and risky behaviors such as (disrespect, withdrawal, bullying, depression, drug and alcohol abuse, sexual activity, and police involvement.
The students will have the benefit of learning different styles of marching band fundamentals, arranging and orchestration that can be implemented in the learning environment. Through this program the students will have the opportunity to develop an appreciative attitude towards the HBCU (historical black college university )marching band art form and create a sense of cultural sensitivity.
(Youth will also have the opportunity to participate in mandatory characters development workshops such as empowerment,social skills,,and career development workshops