T1L1
An impactful character development and leadership training program designed to transform youth.
What Is Teach One to Lead One® (T1L1)?
Teach One to Lead One® is a nationally recognized community mentoring program that equips students to live with purpose, integrity, and leadership. Developed by Celebrate Life International, Inc., T1L1 is built on 10 Universal Principles—including Respect, Integrity, Self-Control, Courage, and Compassion—that guide students toward personal and social success.
Certified mentor teams from the local community partner with public schools, juvenile courts, and youth organizations to deliver a curriculum-based program that addresses real-life challenges. Through weekly sessions, mentors lead students in character-building lessons, small group discussions, and service projects that foster emotional resilience and responsible decision-making.
At The HUB of Habersham, T1L1 mentors are recruited through churches, schools, and community networks. Each mentor undergoes a thorough vetting process—including interviews, background checks, and training modules such as Darkness to Light and Stewards of Children—before joining a four-member team assigned to a school-based program.
Who We Are
The HUB of Habersham is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to ending youth isolation in Habersham County, Georgia. By connecting young people with mentors, peers, and Jesus Christ, we create opportunities for transformation, peace, and lasting joy.
Through passionate leadership and proven outreach strategies, we recruit, train, and empower volunteers to serve alongside local schools, ministries, and community partners—building relationships that foster hope and resilience.
Our Partnership and Personal Growth
In 2014, The HUB partnered with Celebrate Life International, Inc. to launch the nationally recognized Teach One to Lead One® (T1L1) program in Habersham County. Beginning with the Habersham Success Academy, the program expanded to the Alternative Program and all three district middle schools, where it continues to thrive.
In the 2021–2022 school year, we introduced our first elementary-level T1L1 program at Demorest Elementary, followed by launches at Woodville Elementary and Habersham Ninth Grade Academy in 2023. Since then, our reach has grown significantly, with more than eight active T1L1 programs now serving students across multiple campuses. New schools continue to join each year in response to rising demand and proven impact.
Today, The HUB is committed to reaching students in grades 5–12, expanding our programs to meet their developmental, emotional, and spiritual needs. With every new school partnership, we deepen our commitment to shaping confident, connected young leaders.
The Hub of Habersham Mentoring Model
At The HUB, mentorship is more than guidance—it’s a partnership rooted in purpose, preparation, and transformation.
Recruitment & Vetting
T1L1 Mentors are recruited through both formal outreach campaigns and organic word-of-mouth, connecting through local churches, schools, neighborhoods, and community organizations. Every applicant undergoes a thorough vetting process, including a personal conversation, interview, application, and background check to ensure readiness and alignment with our values.
Training & Preparation
Approved mentors participate in T1L1 training sessions that include essential modules such as Darkness to Light and Stewards of Children, along with curriculum-specific and student-centered preparation. This equips mentors to serve confidently and responsibly in diverse settings.
Team-Based Mentorship
Mentors are placed in four-member teams—either joining existing groups or forming new ones—to lead students in our school-based Teach One to Lead One programs. These teams create a supportive, collaborative dynamic that enriches both the mentors and the students.
Continued Support
Mentorship doesn’t end at training. The HUB provides year-round support and development opportunities to help mentors grow in their role, respond to students’ evolving needs, and build lasting impact through trusted relationships.
Celebrate Life International, Inc. (2023). T1L1 Mentors. Retrieved from https://t1l1.org/mentors/new
Celebrate Life International, Inc. (2023). T1L1 Programs. Retrieved from https://t1l1.org/programs
