Who We Are
What does MILA stand for?
Mirror Image Leadership Academy
What is MILA's approach?
MILA's approach is mindset over behavior.
What is the name of the Curriculum Model?
The True Leader Model
How many excused absences are allowed?
Two
What is MILA's Tagline?
Discovering the leader in you (Discovering who you are)
Scholars have a progressive experience of ______, _______, and _______ trips over the course of their three (3) year leadership experience.
Local, National and International
What is MILA's curriculum accelerator?
Exposure
In what program is participation required for Scholars with less than a 3.0 GPA?
Extended Day
What are our programs?
Summer Academy, School-Year Academy, Extended Day Academy
When does MILA welcome new scholars?
Summer before 7th grade (Incoming 7th graders)
How many pillars are there? List them in order
5 Pillars. Self-image, Purpose, Faith, Character, Work Ethic
When does MILA's School Year Academy take place?
The second Saturday of every month during the school year
What is our vision?
To positively impact the generational trajectory of Black families
We believe that focusing on changing a young man’s mindset will address the _________ of distorted images of self-worth.
Root Causes
What are all the Daily affirmations recited?
1. I am made in the image and likeness of God
2. God loves me and I love and respect myself
3. I was born to lead and God has a valuable plan for my life
4. There is something in this world only I can do -- that is why I am here
5. I am a scholar and I will meet every academic challenge
6. I will persist until I succeed
7. I am bold, handsome and brilliant
MILA seeks to help young men:
Develop a greater sense of ________, purpose, and power over their lives.
self-worth