UJUMP was founded on the promise to develop social skills, behavior, academic achievement, self-esteem, and self-advocacy in youth; achieving these through a variety of empowerment opportunities and professional interactions.
Pickleball Tournament
October 18, 2024
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
“All children should be given the chance to succeed, to be starters in life.
Learning to develop positive habits and to create high goals can be a game-changer.”
– Cheese Johnson
The Game Plan
The initial phase of the pilot project will consist of a select group of youth from selected middle school.
About Cheese
WSU graduate and member of the Shocker Sports Hall of Fame, professional basketball veteran and youth mentor.
Get Involved
Learn how you can get involved in the
UJUMP mentoring program and make a difference in the lives of our youth.
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UJUMP is a 501(c)3 non-profit junior mentoring and entrepreneurial program started by Lynbert “Cheese” Johnson in August 2020. We focus on 4th–7th grade students, both boys and girls, in the Wichita, KS and Andover, KS school districts. UJUMP is a unique concept, concentrating on “average” students, those who get passing grades but are at risk of being overlooked. Students are selected for the program by school principals, with feedback provided by their teachers. UJUMP is supported by community sponsors, which allows student participation at no cost to the school districts, schools or families.