Youth Leadership Academy

Hey Youth leaders!

One thing I know for sure is that our young people need more than advice. They need honest conversations, trusted adults, practical resources, exposure, accountability, and opportunities to put what they learn into action.

That is why I am excited to officially open registration for Swanson Family Academy’s Next Level Youth Leadership Academy, Self Love Care and Practice.

This six session fall intensive is for students in Grades 8 through 12. We will focus on:

✨ Whole person health and emotional regulation

✨ Healthy relationships, consent, and sexual health

Next Level Youth Leadership Academy Is Coming This Fall

Swanson Family Academy is preparing to welcome high school students in Grades 9 through 12 into a six week Youth Leadership Academy experience beginning Tuesday, October 13.

This cohort will include two learning tracks within one community:

Grades 9 and 10 will focus on self awareness, confidence, habits, friendships, peer pressure, healthy relationships, sexual health, career exposure, practical skills, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship.

Grades 11 and 12 will focus on employment, internships, resumes, interviews, professional communication, college applications, FAFSA, scholarships, college testing, financial planning, and preparing for life after high school.

Students will participate in three virtual sessions and three hands on library labs between October 13 and November 17. They will complete practical activities, build a personal portfolio, create a clear next step plan, and earn Level One Village Leader recognition.

As the school year comes to a close, we want to hear from you!

Have you:

✅ Applied to summer programs, jobs, internships, or leadership opportunities?

✅ Started thinking about your goals for next school year?

Drop a comment and let us know one thing you’re proud of accomplishing this year.

As you head into summer, remember this:

We had an amazing time celebrating the completion of our six week Youth Leadership Academy cohort at Lucky Strike this past Saturday. The bowling, food, laughter, and energy made it the perfect way to close out such a meaningful experience.

A special shout out to the entire cohort for showing up, participating, growing, and building community throughout these six weeks. We are also proud of our Youth Leader Ambassador for helping support the group and model leadership.

Although the cohort has ended, the mentorship does not stop here. We are still a family, and I am still here to support, encourage, guide, and mentor each of you. Continue posting in the group, communicating with one another, sharing opportunities, and supporting each other. This is not goodbye, this is the continuation of the village.