Vision Statement:
It is our vision to evangelize, disciple, and multiply.
Mission Statement:
It is our mission to educate, train, and mentor youth so that they will have the skills necessary to be effective leaders in their families, churches, and communities.
Student Application Process:
It is our desire to recruit youth in public school, private school, home-school, no-school, and those that have already graduated to participate. When classrooms reach their capacity, then the older youth, will get preference as they are closer to entering the work force. All youth are invited to attend with no respect to their gender, religious preference, cultural status, or economic backgrounds.
Strategy:
The Leadership Diploma program is free to youth. Diplomas are earned after completing all 12 leadership modules, course application exercises, and field supervision by mentors. If youth miss a module, they will have the opportunity to make it up. After graduation, students will be able to add the diplomas to applications and resumes resulting in a higher possibility of employment.
The 12 Modules:
Youth will receive the Leadership Academy Diploma upon the successful completion of its 12 Modules.
Module 1: Leadership Defined
1. How to be an Effective Leader
2. 12 Traits of an Effective Leader
Module 2: Who am I?
1. Who Am I?
2. Who Am I as a Male or Female?
3. Who Am I in Christ?
4. Who Am I in My Family?
5. Who Am I in My Community?
Module 3: Self-Assessments (1)
The Spiritual Gifts Assessment
Module 4: Self-Assessments (2)
1. The Soul (Vocational) Assessment
2. The Body Assessment
3. The Life Assessment
Module 5: Communication
1. Verbal Communication
2. Body Language Skills
Module 6: Self-Improvement
1. Dressing for Success
2. Hygiene
3. Attitude
Module 7: Job Skills Training
1. Obtaining Job Skills
2. Trade or Technical Schools
3. Job Safety and Responsibility
Module 8: Application Process (1)
1. How to fill out a Job Application
2. How to write a Resume
Module 9: Application Process (2)
Interview Techniques
Module 10: Finances and Budgets
1. Understanding Credit vs. Debit
2. Balancing an Account
3. Budgeting and Planning
Module 11: Social Media
1. Proper Use of a Cell Phone
2. Proper Use of Social Media
3. Damaging Effects on Body, Soul, and Spirit
4. Employer Rules for Social Media
Module 12: Volunteerism
1. Reasons to Volunteer
2. Places to Volunteer
Contact Information:
The Leadership Academy
702 Holly St. Box 777
Atlanta, TX 75551
Phone: 903-796-5378; Fax: 903-405-4071
Website: LeadershipAcademy.info
Email: info@christcentered.info