Step U. P. – NSSA’s 
founding principle
Belief that all youth have “Unlimited Potential”, focusing on positively
impacting the lives of middle and
high school students.
Step U. P. Awards 
Recognizes academic achievement of step team members and community outreach efforts of step team mentors.
Step 2 Campus 
Academic Focused: “no pass, no step” grade-based team participation - expose students to colleges by combining Youth step shows with “College Tour Weekends”.
Step 4 Your Health 
Health Focused: use stepping
(the routines) to encourage physical fitness & integration of wellness programs.