MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to lead and encourage our youth to graduate high school, pursue their passions, and engage in their community.
Join MENAC in Making a Difference
Supporting MENAC Means Supporting Your Community
Graduation rate in Onslow County School District -
The percentage of students entering as ninth-graders who graduated after four school years (or earlier) for 2025 is 89.3%.
Between 2016-2025 this rate has decreased 0.9 points.
DATA SOURCE
NC Department of Public Instruction.
NOTES
State percentage includes Charter Schools.
Data accessed April 2026.
OUR PROGRAMS
INTERACTIVE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
INTERACTIVE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
Structured, hands-on learning experiences are designed to help students develop essential life skills, enhance their academic performance, and cultivate social-emotional competencies. These sessions extend beyond traditional classroom instruction by engaging students in interactive activities, group discussions, role-playing scenarios, and real-world
problem-solving exercises.
AFTERSCHOOL TUTORING
INTERACTIVE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
Provides targeted academic support in core subjects, with an emphasis on math and reading literacy. The program addresses learning gaps, supports homework completion, and prepares students for grade-level proficiency and standardized assessments. Sessions will be conducted three times per week by certified educators and trained volunteers.
SUMMER LEADERSHIP RETREAT
The Summer Leadership Retreat is an immersive and transformative experience designed to equip youth with essential life skills, foster personal growth, and inspire leadership through interactive workshops, college tours, recreational activities, museum visits, and meaningful community engagement opportunities.
school partnership program
The MENAC School Partnership Program delivers on-site mentorship, academic support, and leadership development to help students in grades 4–12 succeed in school and thrive in their communities.
church partnership program
MENAC’s Church Partnership Program collaborates with local congregations to provide mentorship, leadership development, and life skills training for youth within their faith communities. Through joint programs, workshops, and volunteer opportunities, we empower students to grow spiritually, academically, and socially while strengthening church engagement in youth development.
business owners, government agencies, and nonprofits programs
MENAC partners with business owners, government agencies, and nonprofits to create opportunities that enhance youth development through mentorship, internships, and career exposure. These collaborations provide resources, expertise, and community support to empower students with the skills and networks needed for long-term success.