Since its 1990 formation, Rock In Prevention has helped students of multiple ages develop the life skills needed for ongoing success. Primarily delivered via its Rock Digi platform, the organization’s social and emotional learning courses teach empathy and understanding, along with academics, using interactive courses. Rock In Prevention has a particular focus on helping students set small and large goals by aiding them in finding their Spark.

A Spark is anything that the institute identifies as a passion or interest that an individual enjoys pursuing. It can be anything, from physical activity to drama, dance, or working in community projects to help other people. The key is that a person’s Spark is unique to them and acts as a driving force in their life.

Understanding your Spark requires self-awareness to identify what you are good at and the aspects of that activity that influence your passion for it. For example, those searching for their Spark may start by asking themselves what they’re good at. Then, they’d build on this basic question by considering what it is about the chosen activity that gives them a sense of pride or fulfillment when they engage in it.

Identifying your Spark allows you to set short and long-term goals related to the things you’re passionate about. Research suggests that young people who have a passion to pursue are more resilient, develop stronger social skills, and experience improved scholastic performance.