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Academic and Leadership Development Academy 2015!

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Academic and Leadership Development Academy 2015!

September 4, 2015blogErika Halstead

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WHAT IS ALDA?

The Academic & Leadership Development Academy (ALDA) is a three-week summer program for Minds Matter of NYC sophomores that takes place on college campuses throughout the city. ALDA provides sophomores with in-depth writing, math, and test prep instruction, helping them to strengthen their skills while enjoying a real college campus experience. ALDA also provides guest speakers and interactive activities to cultivate students’ leadership skills and develop deeper relationships with their fellow Minds Matter students.

WHAT DID WE ACCOMPLISH AT ALDA THIS YEAR?

65 sophomore mentees

45 hours of writing instruction

22.5 hours of test prep instruction

18 dynamic guest speakers

15 delicious lunches

7 fabulous instructors

3 incredible college campuses

1 Minds Matter summer full of learning, leadership development, and community!

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