THE PROGRAM

The “Integrity Above Skill Leadership Program” developed in 2008 as a component of Amario’s Art Academy for the Gifted and Talented.  It is one of the initiatives to enhance civic responsibility, promote character and excellence while breaking the cycle of incarceration. The primary objectives of the program are to cultivate “Probity” as the youth are encouraged and empowered to become better leaders and followers. Students implement  the foundations of leadership, explore problem solving strategies, strategic thinking and develop a leadership development plan for themselves while establishing accountability measures, which positively contribute to the transformation of their communities as they grow in character.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• Be in grades 10 through 12
• Maintain “B” average
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities
• Wear attire approved by Academy to all meetings
• 1 year commitment
• Students and their parents must sign the participation agreement

              PARENTAL REQUIREMENTS    

·         Parents provide student report card with completed application; Parent is responsible to submit quarterly report cards for the duration of student involvement in the program.

·         Parent and student are required to commit to one year in the program equivalent to twenty four weeks (this includes 6 weeks throughout summer months)

·         Parents are required to participate in the planning as well as conduct two fundraising events each year of student participation.

·         Parents are responsible for student transportation to and from all leadership sessions and program events.

·         Parents are required to purchase student attire at orientation. Cost estimates $100.00.

·         Parents are to attend quarterly parent meetings.

 

PROGRAM COMMITMENTS

Please be informed that Parental attendance is required at Parent Orientations and Community Service Events. Student attendance is required at all Saturday sessions, Field Trips and Community Service Events.

Parent Orientation attendance is required of any parent /guardian of selected students. During the orientation parents will learn of the expectations of leadership students. The orientation is designed to give parents an opportunity to meet with staff and inquire about program expectations.

Saturday meetings will entail many issues such as character, leadership civic responsibility, arts, entrepreneurship, and culture as well as provide students with opportunities to develop their personal leadership styles. Each session will feature a leadership principle, which will teach students how character, business, leadership and community are connected. Students will have the opportunity to engage in important, meaningful issues and how to address them.