C2E EXCELLING ACROSS ARKANSAS AND BEYOND

IMPACTING ONE AT A TIME

Since 1991, Choosing to Excel has helped young people make critical decisions that impact them for the rest of their lives. Our programs reach over 10,000 students per year! That’s over 10,000 chances to help students choose to excel.

COUNTIES IMPACTED BY CHOOSING TO EXCEL:

Conway
Faulkner
Desha
Crittenden
Pulaski
Jefferson
Chicot
Lonoke
White
St. Francis
Lee

Making A Difference

OUR STRATEGIC APPROACH

For 35 years, Choosing to Excel (C2E) has been a trusted leader in mentorship, youth development, and family engagement.

  • Positive Youth Development (PYD)

  • Evidence Based Programs

  • Long-Term Support Systems

“We believe every young person can lead, excel, and thrive.”

Our Impactful Approach

  • Evidence based classroom presentations.

  • Small group sessions and in-school mentoring.

  • Community events, summer camps, and conferences.

  • Referrals to wrap-around services.

  • Strategic partnerships for lasting support.

“Every young person deserves support, encouragement, and the opportunity to succeed.”

Evidence Based Curriculum

  1. Age Appropriate

  2. Medically Accurate

  3. Culturally Responsive

  4. Parent-Inclusive

  5. Aligns with Arkansas DOE Standards

  6. Civility and Respect

  7. Risk Avoidance Skills

  8. Academic Success

  9. Enrichment Exposure

  10. Essential Life Skills

  11. Leadership Development

Numbers that make a difference

Arkansas ranks #2 in the nation for teenage pregnancies.

Choosing To Excel reaches 11,000+ students through mentoring services, teen pregnancy reduction programs, and classroom presentations.

100% of students who complete our Youth Leadership Program graduate from high school.