Program Spotlight: Kappa League of Baltimore

A lot of the motivation in finding and disseminating information about resources comes from the fact that I am the older sibling of 2 High school students. My youngest brother, a current 10th grader, is the one that I have to direct most of my efforts and attention to, it seems though. As a young, Black male, we've been facing some of the common struggles in high school: lack of motivation, bad peer influences, reluctance to demonstrate achievement, etc. Because of this, I made sure that he has had as much positive influence involvement in this education. Today we went to the program orientation/interest meeting for a program he will be entering into his second year of participation, the Guide Right Kappa League, with the Baltimore Metro Alumni of the fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi. 

The Kappa League is one of Baltimore’s  premier youth programs for high school age young men. It's  program is designed to aid high school aged young men grow and develop leadership talents through direct mentoring and involvement with the men of the Baltimore Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi. The schedule for this year's program is filled with tutoring, community service opportunities and skill development. They are apparently revamping the program to ensure that they can provide the most comprehensive array of services to the boys in the program. Truthfully, I was happy with and impressed with the program components of last year, so very excited to see what else they can get the boys involved in this year. Last year they participated in community service activities like feeding the seniors for Thanksgiving, making Christmas baskets for the homeless, the March of Dimes walk and etc. 

The program is open to males, grades 9-12 in both Baltimore City and County. Because of this , I would have expected a huge turnout, but I know better and of course,this current group is a small one again, less than 20 young males. But these 20 or so guys will be the ones to motivate their peers and hopefully draw in more guys. If you are interested, they are still recruiting. Check out their website, and contact the Kappa League Chair.
Baltimore Alumni-Kappa Alpha Psi