About CHAMPS
The CHAMPS program harnesses the transformative power of sport to enhance children’s mental health, leadership skills, and physical activity. Through the CHAMPS Curriculum—highlighting values such as Courage, Honesty, and Accountability—participating schools receive monthly materials and on-demand videos, allowing them to easily integrate these concepts into their schedules. Additionally, Athletes for Hope may facilitate athlete visits, either virtually or in-person, to reinforce the core CHAMPS principles. The program starts in October with a focus on Courage and progresses through the curriculum, concluding with a focus on Strength in April.
Here are a few examples of the CHAMPS on-demand videos: Courage with Megan Montefusco, NWSL, and Honesty with Joshua Kelly, NFL.
CHAMPS Curriculum
CHAMPS sessions are both active and fun, specifically designed for Grades 2-5. Each unit offers an opportunity for students to get moving and learn about positive mental health and leadership from athletes.
How it Works
All schools are welcome to join the CHAMPS Program. Once registered, your school will be added to our distribution list, ensuring you receive all CHAMPS materials. Starting in October, Athletes for Hope (AFH) will provide you with materials for our first unit. This includes access to our on-demand library of CHAMPS videos, featuring sessions led by collegiate, professional, Olympic, and Paralympic athletes, as well as teacher guides and student workbooks. Each month, you will receive new materials aligned with that month’s theme.
Additionally, if we have an athlete in your area or one with a connection to your community, we’ll reach out to coordinate in-person or virtual visits. During these sessions, a collegiate, professional, Olympic, or Paralympic athlete will lead the program for your students and/or youth players. Each lesson is 45-60 minutes long and occurs monthly from October to April, with a break in December.
Testimonials
“I love that you are passing on valuable life skills to our students.” – Cooper City Elementary School (Cooper City, FL)
“I love that the programs are well thought out and the activities are easy for teachers to pick up and use with their students.”- Center Center Brightwood
“I had a group of 4th graders that were really struggling with reading. Champs athletes encouraged them not to give up and it carried over from athletic challenges to their academic challenges and everyone improved!”- 112 East Street School (Brooklyn, New York)
“This program Is a wonderful experience for all of our students and they really enjoy that they get to meet athletes.”- Forest Hill Elementary School (Palm Beach County)
“My students really enjoy it and I think the character education combined with the activity is crucial for today’s students!”- Allamanda Elementary School (Palm Beach County)
Sign Up Today!
If you’re interested in bringing CHAMPS to your classroom, please fill out the sign-up form, and our team will be in touch!