Student Experience

A year of being known, challenged, and equipped.

Students are discipled, mentored, taught practical life skills, and celebrated for their growth throughout the Academy year.

Inside a Gathering

The first and third Saturday of every month

Each monthly gathering blends fellowship, discipleship, mentoring, teaching, and goal setting.

  • 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
Students and mentors together at a monthly Academy gathering in South Dallas

Topics We Teach

Practical preparation for real life

Students receive practical teaching on the skills that shape adulthood, leadership, and stewardship.

  • 01

    Financial Literacy

  • 02

    Budgeting

  • 03

    Entrepreneurship

  • 04

    Business Development

  • 05

    Public Speaking

  • 06

    Leadership

  • 07

    Character Development

  • 08

    Identity

  • 09

    Purpose & Calling

  • 10

    Self-Worth

  • 11

    Confidence

  • 12

    Buying Your First Car

  • 13

    Real Estate

  • 14

    College Readiness

  • 15

    Career Readiness

  • 16

    Professional Appearance

  • 17

    Interview Skills

  • 18

    Healthy Relationships

  • 19

    Communication

  • 20

    Time Management

  • 21

    Goal Setting

  • 22

    Biblical Stewardship

  • 23

    Community Leadership

Our Mentors

One mentor for every two students

Every mentor is carefully selected because of their passion for investing in the next generation.

  • Complete a background check
  • Participate in mentor training
  • Learn our mentoring philosophy
  • Be equipped to effectively disciple and mentor teenagers

Mentors are intentionally matched with students to build meaningful, long-term relationships throughout the Academy year, so every student receives individualized encouragement, accountability, and support.

Recognition & Scholarships

Celebrating growth and commitment

We want students to experience the joy of working hard, growing consistently, and being recognized for their progress.

  • Quarterly incentives
  • Leadership awards
  • Achievement prizes
  • Year-end recognition ceremony
  • Annual scholarships for exceptional growth, leadership, character, commitment, and participation

Community Engagement

Beyond the monthly gathering

  • Quarterly leadership workshops
  • Parent workshops
  • Community service opportunities
  • Summer camps
  • Christmas outreach events
  • Guest speakers
  • Special leadership experiences

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