The EDGE

The EDGE in Partnership with FCPS’ MentorWorks

MentorWorks continues to partner with the EDGE for programs at schools and on our challenge course. Our programs with MentorWorks will focus on building relationshipsand practicing a growth mindset—essential components to creating an inclusive, supportive learning community. To that end, you will experience activities that engage mentors and mentees in problem solving, cooperation, collaboration, creativity, active listening, and group decision-making.

All programs are:

  • Grounded in social-emotional learning
  • Build Executive Functioning skills
  • Tied to Virginia SOLs
  • Inclusive and accessible

Our program overviews are below. To get started, reach out to Mentoring Specialist with Fairfax County Public Schools

Team Development Course 4-6 hours Grade Level 5th and Up  

  • Programming delivered on our 30-acre challenge course located in Manassas with 30 fixed elements, 4 aerial elements, and 100s of field activities.
  • Cost = $45 per participant (this reflects a $20 discount for adult mentors)  (12 participant minimum) 

 EDGE on Wheels 2 – 4-hour program In-school Field Trip Grade Level 5th and Up 

  • Portable equipment will be used with activities curated to promote teamwork, communication skills and creative problem solving.
  • Program space provided by school or group such as field, playground, lecture hall, gym, or cafeteria.
  • Cost = up to $45 per participant (this reflects a $20 discount for adult mentors)  (12 participant minimum) 

 EDGE on Wheels 90-minute program Kindergarten and Up 

  • Experiential activities are curated to promote community, communication skills, and creative problem solving
  • Program space provided by school or group such as field, playground, lecture hall, gym, or cafeteria.
  • Cost = $25 per participant (12 participant minimum)