Applications

Find your role at the Institute.

Two ways to join: as a freshman in the Academy or as a Mentor Supervisor guiding the adult leadership team. Choose the role that fits — every application lives here.

Incoming or current high school freshmen

Freshman Academy

A four-hour-per-week program building advocacy, time management, prioritization, presentation skills, and confidence — all through weekly workshops and a dedicated upperclassman mentor. Capped at 12 students.

  • · Student & parent contact info
  • · IEP / 504 plan status
  • · 7 self-assessment scales (EF skills)
  • · Strengths, weaknesses, and goals
  • · 4-hour-per-week commitment confirmation

About 10–15 minutes to complete.

Adult professional with mentoring + supervisory experience

Mentor Supervisor

Oversee Lead Mentors, hold weekly coaching conversations, observe cohort sessions, and protect the standard of care our freshmen receive. Paid, ~6–8 hours per week.

  • · Contact info and current position
  • · Years of experience
  • · Mentor experience essay
  • · Supervisory experience essay
  • · Why this role & availability
  • · Optional referral source

About 10–15 minutes to complete.

Download Mentor Supervisor: Role Overview (PDF)