Middle School is a Crossing.

One school year to honor the transition into adolescence — together.

Middle school only happens once.
Set this year apart.
TYRVING is a modern, family-centered rite-of-passage experience that helps young people and the adults walking alongside them bring intention and meaning to this important season.

How TYRVING Works:
1. You receive the printed Guidebook + weekly TYRVING Times emails.

2. Most weeks, 15–20 minutes for conversations, challenges, and activities.

3. An experience that becomes a memorable part of your family's story.

“TYRVING created moments that wouldn’t have happened otherwise.”
- J. Morris

The Experience

TYRVING provides the structure.
The moments and meaning belong to your family.

The TYRVING Guidebook accompanies your family through the year, supporting connection and growth through seasonal themes and monthly Roots of Well-Being.

See Inside the Guidebook:

Middle School is a Crossing.
You don’t have to miss it.
Set apart one
middle school year together.

$140 per family
One-time cost for the full experience.
Begins September 20.
Financial support is available.

Reserve Your Spot

“TYRVING gave us meaningful time together—and stronger connections
with other families.”
‍ — Jim, parent

FAQs

  • TYRVING is designed for all young people in the middle school stage, generally ages 11–14—and a parent or trusted adult. Any year during this stage can be your TYRVING year.

  • Both. Families can follow TYRVING at home or join optional gatherings hosted by a school, faith community, parent group, neighbor, or a local organization. Most weeks ask for just 15-20 minutes.

  • TYRVING is an independent Colorado nonprofit and is not affiliated with any religious or political organization. The experience is research-informed and designed to welcome families with different backgrounds, beliefs, and traditions.

“It gave us a thoughtful space for parents and kids to grow together.”
— Pete, parent

Make This Your TYRVING Year.
Begins September 20.

$140 per family
Registration closes August 31.
Financial support is available.

Reserve Your Spot