Alpha Academy / Alpha Scholars

Finance Fundamentals And Management Session

On February 4, 2023, Alpha Academy/Scholars conducted Finance Fundamentals and Management Session (VIRTUAL) for Middle and High Schoolers led by Bro. Chauncey Pointe. To achieve a better understanding of the importance of financial literacy and management, the brothers discussed the following topics: Money Management 101; Paying for College/FinAide App; Financial Planning Fundamentals; and Financially Present Budgeting.

Financial Literacy in today’s society is more prevalent than ever. According to a Greenlight 2021 study, 1 in 5 teens lacks a basic foundation to build on for financial literacy. According to a 2015 PISA Study, 22% of teens lack a foundation in basic financial skills. 32% of teens can’t identify the difference between a credit card and a debit card; 1 in 3 Americans delayed a major decision due to finances; 46% of teens don’t know what a 401(k) is; 74% of teens don’t feel confident about their own understanding of financial literacy or education. Great presentation, essential for both students and adults. There were a total of fifteen participants in the session and thanks to Brothers Chauncey Pointe, Jason Hamilton, Adrian Vaughn, and Mawuli Vodi for sharing their financial expertise.

Mlk Visual Art Contest

On January 29, 2023, Alpha Academy/Scholars supported the Prince William County Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc’s MLK Visual Art Contest at Gainesville High School. Two of our young men exemplified themselves by conducting a dramatic glimpse into Dr. King’s life and sharing his story. The primary role of the young men was to serve as ushers during the program to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It was also a honor to have Abagail Spanberger, U.S. Representative from Virginia’s 7th Congressional District in the audience and many of the young men had the pleasure to have a conversation with her. We had a total of ten young men in attendance from both Alpha Academy programs with the support of three Alpha Brothers.

Please view Brock and Olaun Davis-Simmons as they honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's legacy at the (41:00 -49:23) mark in the presentation here: Brock and Olaun Davis-Simmons Presentation