"Big Decissions Seminar " - Freshmen and Sophomores
The Edge will challenge you to take responsibility for shaping your own life. Facing this responsibility in high school is the key for success both in college and in the larger commitments that come afterwards.
Topics Covered
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Setting Goals for the Future
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Effective Studying
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Making Friends December
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No EDGE
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Keeping Focused
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Relationships and Dating
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True Manliness
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Never Quitting
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What Makes You Happy?
Structure of the Program
The sessions will consist of:
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A presentation (see topics above)
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An interactive activity aimed at building critical thinking, communication skills and teamwork.
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Monthly one-on-one mentoring that focuses on setting goals and tracking progress will take place in between sessions, by appointment. Mentoring will take place at Tekesta or other convenient locations.
The Curriculum is organized in a two-year cycle that alternates from year to year between Big Decisions of High School (2024-2025) and Making the Most out of High School (2025-2026).
Saturdays 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Tekesta Study Center
4415 SW 88th Avenue, Miami, FL 33165
Tekesta Study Center
4415 SW 88th Avenue, Miami, FL 33165
Calendar 2026-27
Held on the first Saturday of the month
September 12
October 3
November 7
December**
January 9
February 6
March 6
April 3
May 1
**No EDGE session in December
Cost
The cost* of the Seminar is $300 (for applications received after September 1st) or $225 (for applications received before September 1st).
Checks may be made payable to Kingsland Foundation.
ZELLE payments also accepted to
305-710-2167 / tekesta@earthlink.net
Financial considerations should not prevent anyone from attending. A scholarship may be requested.
Contact
Pedro Gutierrez at (646) 745-7622 or email to tekesta@earthlink.net
Time
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2026-27