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  YOKE is an interdenominational faith-based ministry serving middle school students (ages 11-14). YOKE’s primary purpose is to connect middle school kids with Christ by faciclitating friendships between middle schoolers and college age mentors (YOKE Folk). These friendships are developed through weekly campus clubs, Kid-Time activities, weekend camps, and summer ministry. The ministry originated in Knoxville, TN in 1977 and serves over 2500 students in twenty four (24) middle schools located in Anderson, Blount, Jefferson and Knox counties.
   
Campus clubs meet each week after school hours on the school campus. Each club consists of an hour of organized games, songs, skits, and activities tailored to mentor and meet the emotional and spiritual needs of middle school students. Clubs are led by adult team leaders and college-age young adults who build meaningful relationships with the students (YOKE Kids) during and after club meetings. After club activity is called Kid-Time which includes YOKE Folk and YOKE kids doing things together like visits to the mall, stopping by McDonalds, going hiking, attending school events or ball games, playing video games, or simply hanging out. (YOKE Folk commit to spend 5 hours a week with kids in wholesome activities to build quality friendships throughout the school year.) There is no cost to students for club participation.
   
Kids can also participate in weekend camps each fall and spring semester. Camp allows kids to spend quality time with their leaders and school friends as well as experience nature like many have never experienced. This time is a unique opportunity to provide enriching experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. Costs for camp participation are minimal and supplemented with scholarships for disadvantaged students. In addition to camps, kids are also encouraged to participate in YYM’s summer programming which consists of a day-trip each week of the summer. Costs for these trips are minimal and scholarships are given as well.
   
  Our ministry is designed specifically for middle school students who are at a very critical part of their social development. The mentoring is designed to provide children with positive role models and enriching experiences that help them grow in self confidence and maturity. Throughout the academic year, YYM consults with middle school administrators and teachers in each county to monitor the success of the children. The guidance provided through the program is designed to send the students into the world of high school knowing that they can succeed in life by making right choices.