WORKSHOP SERIES
Join us for an interactive and informative workshop series geared towards helping students and their families prepare to reach goals of educational excellence and career achievement. Sessions are free and open to the public, and attendance at all workshops is not required. Register today and refer-a-friend!
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Upcoming Workshops |
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College Readiness Initiative Saturday, November 21, 2020 Time: 10:00 – 12:00 (Virtual -Zoom link will be provided once you register for the workshop) The Center for Leadership Development, College Prep Institute in collaboration with Eastern Star Church presents a College Readiness Initiative. The purpose of this one-day event is to provide college prep information for 9th -12th grade students in the Indianapolis area. Participants will gain college and career knowledge and skills to support their college admission, persistence and graduation. Program: Welcome: 10:00 – 10:15 {Session 1} 10:15 – 10:45: Are you reacting or responding? Check your character by Rhyan Smith {Session 2} 10:45 – 11:15: Financing your Education: Financial Aid – Invested {Session 3} 11:15 – 11:45: College Admission, Persistence, and Graduation: College Partners, Marian, ISU, Ball State, Anderson, IUPUI, Butler, Purdue, and others REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS WORKSHOP |
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2021 Workshop Series |
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Financial Aid January 12, 2021 The moment has arrived; your child has been accepted to their dream school at a price tag of 45,000 a year. Your tears of joy are quickly replaced by financial worry and stress. How are we going to pay for your student’s tuition? What is your responsibility? This session will help participants understand FAFSA, scholarship stacking (tuition based), parent plus loans, state-based aid, and how to financially plan for a child’s dream school. |
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HBCU Experience February 16, 2021 Are you interested in attending a Historically Black College/University (HBCU)? Join us for an informative session for both students and parents regarding the value of attending an HBCU! During the workshop, participants will be provided the opportunity to ask a panel about their experiences with attending an HBCU and how these experiences have assisted them in accomplishing their professional goals. Speakers include: HBCU Alumni |
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Private High School Application Process March 9, 2021 Center for Leadership Development (CLD) will be hosting a workshop that inform participants of the process to apply for private high schools including but not limited to interviews, entrance exams, and building relationships. Participants will also receive information about scholarships through CLD’s private high school partners. Speakers include: Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School, Cathedral High School, International School of Indiana, Park Tudor and University High School |
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College Life 101 March 25, 2021 When should your student begin their college readiness journey? What critical tasks need to be completed before your student enrolls into a college? This interactive webinar will provide insight to participants on how to appropriately prepare for college whole in high school, beginning in ninth grade and concluding in twelfth grade. Parents and students will be equipped with tools and resources to plan for college admissions, persistence, and graduation. Speakers include: Dr. Tony Jean Dickerson |
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Are you interested in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math? April 10, 2021 Did you know that according to the Pew Research Center, “African Americans only represent 9% of STEM workforce?” African American students who are interested in STEM need exposure to these subjects in order to cultivate their skills and knowledge. During this workshop, participants will receive the opportunity to interact with local STEM organizations and hear about their upcoming opportunities. Speakers include: Minority Engineering Program (Purdue University), Rose-Hulman School of Engineering and the Girls STEM Institute |
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Reclaiming our Mental Health and Well-Being May 12, 2021 We are in an unprecedented time of sudden social distancing, suspension of normal school attendance, restriction of play and sports, and fear of succumbing to a deadly disease that is affecting African Americans and Latino Americans more than other groups. These conditions alone are facilitating a rise in domestic conflict, child abuse and neglect, anxiety, and depression. We are also witnessing a rise in depression and anxiety even for those with “stable” or “normal” mental health and well-being. In spite of all there is hope. We can reclaim our mental health and well-being by maintain our cultural identity, developing resilience, reducing expose to toxic media images, monitoring excessive technology use, and adhering to proven healthy practices. Speakers include: Dr. Joseph Smedley |
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Champion Project: College Prep Like a Champion July 15, 2021 This workshop delivers a comprehensive 3 step blueprint for creating breath-taking college applications. During this event, CLD Alumna and founder of The Champion Project, Leila Champion reveals the proven framework that her college prep organization uses to break down barriers and drive college acceptances. This framework allowed for Leila to gain acceptance into over 40 colleges and universities, many of them being ranked as some of the most prestigious institutions in the world and students have been able to follow in her footsteps following her methods. Join us so you too can implement her strategies and gain admission into your dream school! Speakers include: Leila Champion |
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Financial Aid August 12, 2021 The moment has arrived; your child has been accepted to their dream school at a price tag of 45,000 a year. Your tears of joy are quickly replaced by financial worry and stress. How are we going to pay for your student’s tuition? What is your responsibility? This session will help participants understand FAFSA, scholarship stacking (tuition based), parent plus loans, state-based aid, and how to financially plan for a child’s dream school. |
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Private High School Application Process August 26, 2021 Center for Leadership Development (CLD) will be hosting a workshop that inform participants of the process to apply for private high schools including but not limited to interviews, entrance exams, and building relationships. Participants will also receive information about scholarships through CLD’s private high school partners. Speakers include: Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School, Cathedral High School, International School of Indiana, Park Tudor and University High School |
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Champion Project: College Prep Like a Champion September 16, 2021 This workshop delivers a comprehensive 3 step blueprint for creating breath-taking college applications. During this event, CLD Alumna and founder of The Champion Project, Leila Champion reveals the proven framework that her college prep organization uses to break down barriers and drive college acceptances. This framework allowed for Leila to gain acceptance into over 40 colleges and universities, many of them being ranked as some of the most prestigious institutions in the world and students have been able to follow in her footsteps following her methods. Join us so you too can implement her strategies and gain admission into your dream school! Speakers include: Leila Champion |
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College Life 101 September 30, 2021 When should your student begin their college readiness journey? What critical tasks need to be completed before your student enrolls into a college? This interactive webinar will provide insight to participants on how to appropriately prepare for college whole in high school, beginning in ninth grade and concluding in twelfth grade. Parents and students will be equipped with tools and resources to plan for college admissions, persistence, and graduation. Speakers include: Dr. Tony Jean Dickerson |
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Reclaiming our Mental Health and Well-Being October 7, 2021 We are in an unprecedented time of sudden social distancing, suspension of normal school attendance, restriction of play and sports, and fear of succumbing to a deadly disease that is affecting African Americans and Latino Americans more than other groups. These conditions alone are facilitating a rise in domestic conflict, child abuse and neglect, anxiety, and depression. We are also witnessing a rise in depression and anxiety even for those with “stable” or “normal” mental health and well-being. In spite of all there is hope. We can reclaim our mental health and well-being by maintain our cultural identity, developing resilience, reducing expose to toxic media images, monitoring excessive technology use, and adhering to proven healthy practices. Speakers include: Dr. Joseph Smedley |
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HBCU Experience October 21, 2021 Are you interested in attending a Historically Black College/University (HBCU)? Join us for an informative session for both students and parents regarding the value of attending an HBCU! During the workshop, participants will be provided the opportunity to ask a panel about their experiences with attending an HBCU and how these experiences have assisted them in accomplishing their professional goals. Speakers include: HBCU Alumni |
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Are you interested in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math? November 6, 2021 Did you know that according to the Pew Research Center, “African Americans only represent 9% of STEM workforce?” African American students who are interested in STEM need exposure to these subjects in order to cultivate their skills and knowledge. During this workshop, participants will receive the opportunity to interact with local STEM organizations and hear about their upcoming opportunities. Speakers include: Minority Engineering Program (Purdue University), Rose-Hulman School of Engineering and the Girls STEM Institute |
