How do we retain Iowa’s youth?

Presented by:

Alisa Tubbs

Katrina Schnoebelen

Abby Reser

Why are the youth leaving?

Lack of entertainment Lack of cultural opportunities

We will be focusing on possible options to entertain high school

aged students.

Our proposal is...

For the state to provide more opportunities for young adults.

So, what do Iowa youth do for entertainment?

Unfortunately, one of the effects from the lack of entertainment opportunities is high

percentage rates of underage drinking.

Underage Drinking

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10%

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30%

40%

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60%

70%

80%

used alcohol

6 grade

7-8 grade

9-10 grade

11-12 grade

Dance Clubs

For high school students Located in cities throughout Iowa

Professional Sports Team

Attract big business & major tourism Bring youth together Provide leadership for youth Help young athletes set goals

Major Water Park

Place to go for enjoyment Exercise Bonding place to hang out Attract people from other areas

What will this cost?

High initial cost Large profit

Benefits

Lower percentage of underage drinking Less people would be inclined to leave More entertainment Bring back income to the state People that leave would be likely to return

because they know that their children would have benefits

Implementing our proposal will truly make Iowa a place for youth to grow.