High School students in the 15-LOVE program are eligible to participate in the College Prep Program. Through group meetings and one-on-one sessions, the students in the College Prep Program work through a four-year curriculum that:

- helps freshmen determine their talents and interests

- aids sophomores in exploring careers that match their talents, interests and personel goals

- assists juniors in locating colleges that have the programs of study needed for their career goals and at which they would flourish

- guides seniors by providing structure and motivation during the college application and financial aid processes

The College Prep Program is run by Maxine Brisport, 15-LOVE's Education Director.  Her primary duties are the College Prep and Leadership Training Programs. Maxine is a dedicated and compassionate School Psychologist who is eager and motivated to participate in community based programs to enhance the academic and postsecondary outcome of inner city students.

Interested in helping kids with the college admissions process?  15-LOVE is currently looking for volunteers that are interested in helping guide kids through the process of college admissions (from SAT's all the way down to choosing a college major).  If you are interested or would like some more information, contact 15-LOVE at 438-2039.

Established in 2005, the Denise McCoy Legacy Award honors the author of the previous year’s most humorous children’s book as selected by the committee. This event, as well as funds raised through the event, is used to expand children’s literacy programs in our area and the Denise McCoy Scholarship.

The Denise McCoy Legacy Award ceremony coincides with National Children’s Book Week. Events include readings of the award-winning book at local schools, book signings at local independent bookstores, and the kickoff of the "Albany Children's Book Festival”.

Learn more about the award and the Denise McCoy Scholarship here>>

We need effective leaders

15 –LOVE realizes the need for responsible and effective leaders in our communities, our cities, our country and the world. We need leaders in the workplace, in government, and in charitable organizations. Who will become the leaders of the future? The answer is… the teenagers today.  The Today’s Teens – Tomorrow’s Leaders Programoffered by 15-LOVE is an easy Ways for Teens to Learn Leadership Skills.

Teens today have a challenging time taking the next step toward becoming responsible adults and contributing to their community. To help meet these demands and to prepare them for adulthood, it is important for teens to learn about and gain leadership skills. Attributes such as: building relationships, communication, public speaking, planning, and taking initiative can all benefit teens in becoming more proactive in the world around them.

The Today’s Teens – Tomorrow’s Leaders Program provides a curriculum that is designed to enhance the leadership skills of youth by providing practical topics, youth driven discussions, and hands-on activities.

The Results of the Today’s Teens – Tomorrow’s Leaders Program:

At School

- Have a positive influence on peers

- Take a responsible role in a school club or committee

- May even become a candidate for school office

- Help others achieve their goals

Extracurricular Activities

- Lead youth groups

- Help the community through volunteering

- Assist charities by fundraising

Family

- Build better relationships with siblings and parents

- Help with responsibilities

- Help plan family activities

- Be a positive role model