Our Program at a Glance
One year. Fifteen students. Every detail intentional.
Someone Like Me Leadership Academy combines discipleship, mentorship, leadership development, and practical life skills into a single transformational experience.
Location
MLK Wellness Center, 3101 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas, TX 75215
Academy size
Only 15 students accepted each year
Schedule
First and third Saturday of every month; semester begins Saturday October 3rd, 2026
Commitment
One-year commitment with annual reapplication
By the Numbers
Small by design
15
Students accepted each year
1:2
Mentor to student ratio
12
Months of intentional investment
1st & 3rd Saturday
Monthly Academy gathering
Monthly Academy Experience
What happens at every gathering
Every meeting is intentionally designed to strengthen each student's faith, confidence, leadership ability, and preparation for adulthood.
- Fellowship and relationship building
- Christ-centered discipleship
- Character development
- Leadership development
- One mentor for every two students
- Small group mentoring
- Student progress assessments
- Prayer
- Practical life skills instruction
Growth & Accountability
Transformation should be measurable.
Parents should know their child isn't simply attending a program. We are intentionally investing in their growth.
- Monthly student progress assessments
- Mentor observations
- Character development tracking
- Goal setting
- Parent meetings
- Ongoing communication with families
Parent Partnership
Lasting transformation happens together.
Parents are one of the most important parts of our program.
- Quarterly parent meetings
- Parent workshops
- Student progress updates
- Resources that help parents reinforce what students are learning
Academy begins Saturday October 3rd, 2026
Fifteen students. One unforgettable year.
Applications are reviewed personally, and every family is interviewed. If you believe your teenager is ready to be known, challenged, and deeply invested in, we would love to meet you.
Applications open now