9/15 - Developing Grit, Perseverance and Resilience

Unlock your learning potential! This interactive workshop teaches students to view challenges as opportunities, embrace productive struggle, and reframe mistakes as essential steps in building new skills. Students will leave with actionable, science-backed strategies to boost resilience, overcome academic stress, and build lasting self-confidence.

9/15 - Writing the College Essay

The hardest part of writing a college essay is usually just getting started. If you're feeling stuck, stressed, or unsure of what colleges actually want to read, this workshop is for you! We’re breaking down the college essay into simple, manageable steps. You’ll learn how to brainstorm unique topics from your own life, hook the reader from your very first sentence, and write an authentic essay that shows who you are beyond your grades and test scores. High School Only

9/22 - Professional Communication  

This interactive workshop cracks the code on communication that matters most in the real world. You will leave with the exact blueprints, scripts, and confidence you need to advocate for yourself and stand out in a crowded digital world.

9/22 - Civic Engagement and Voting Your Voice, Your Power: Civic Engagement & Voting 101:

Voting isn't just about picking a candidate once every four years—it’s about having a real say in the policies, leadership, and future of your local community. In this interactive session, you'll learn how local government impacts your daily life, how to register to vote, and practical ways to make your voice heard as a young community leader.

Saturday - 9/26 Team Sync **End of First Quarter

Think you have what it takes to solve riddles, beat the clock, and build the ultimate strategy? This high-energy workshop is all about breaking the ice and learning how to win together. Through a series of fun, fast-paced team challenges and games, you will discover the power of collaboration, how to lean on each other's unique strengths, and what it really means to be a leader and a teammate. Whether you are naturally outgoing or a quiet planner, there is a crucial role for you on the team.