Freedom Summer Every May, we have college interns come to Sunflower to help teach reading, rhetoric and math. Fellows read civil rights-based novels; they take drama, dance, or art; and they participate in fitness activities! We end our summer with a week-long immersive experience on different college campuses each summer.

Academic Support Our program is rooted in the belief that "education is the seed of freedom" and our students deserve the best education. Each day our staff tutors students during study session. Our high school students begin preparing for college in 9th grade by applying to summer opportunities at Yale, Phillips Exeter and Phillips Andover and working with staff to take challenging courses. We also provide ACT Prep classes for students both in the school year and summer.

Character Development Throughout the year, our Freedom Fellows work on developing into socially-conscious leaders. From maintaining eye contact, to having a firm handshake, our Fellows know how important it is to make a good impression and to continuously work on being a strong leader. We also have a Student Council where members help students with conflict resolution through peer mediation and restorative justice techniques.

Health Training Being healthy in the Mississippi Delta is extremely difficult. Access to fresh foods is limited and sidewalks almost nonexistent. We work with students to promote healthy living by promoting physical fitness and healthy eating habits. We also provide Fellows with opportunities to participate in healthy living cooking classes taught by a local chef.