Dear Parents and Candidates:
The Harlem Kappa League is now accepting applications for membership for the 2014-2015 school year. On behalf of the New York Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, and the Harlem Kappa League, I would like to extend an invitation to you and your son to become a member of our Harlem League Program. Kappa League is a program for the educational, occupational and social guidance of male students in grades 9th-12th. The nucleus and primary focus of the Kappa League revolves around the "Five Phases”.
· Self Identity
· Training
· Competition
· Social/Community Service
· Health Education
Kappa League is an organization dedicated to helping the Harlem Community and the borough of Manhattan young men of high school age develop their leadership talents in every phase of human endeavor. Please be advised that Kappa League is an entity sponsored by Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. however its participants are not considered or affiliated as members of the fraternity!
Kappa League performs projects that expose young men to planning, execution, reporting ideas, and simulating good leadership characteristics designed to raise their aspiration levels. All activities and programs are modeled around the five phases. The fundamental purpose of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is Achievement. Kappa League’s primary purpose to assist young men to achieve worthy goals and to make constructive contributions to their communities as leaders.
We extend this opportunity to young men to become a part of this great opportunity. Should you have any questions regarding the program, please feel free to contact me at For more information about the Kappa League program please feel free to visit our national website at http://www.natlkappaleague.org/.
Sincerely,
Shamel Duncan
Guide Right Chairman
New York Alumni Kappa League Program
New York Alumni Kappa League
Application Procedure
The New York Alumni Chapter of Kappa League requires all prospective members to participate in an application procedure prior to consideration for membership. The requirements for joining the Harlem Kappa League must be fulfilled prior to acceptance. These requirements are as follows:
§ Must be a high school student
§ Minimum Cumulative Grade Point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 grade scale at the time of application submission.
§ High School Enrollment (must be entering the 9th through 11th grade in the fall semester of the upcoming school year. ***High school students must complete applications prior to their senior year in order to qualify for membership.***
§ Must complete an interview application with the membership committee.
§ Must participate in a community service with the Kappa League
§ A picture of the applicant.
The New York Alumni Kappa League Executive Board and Advisory Board will review all completed candidate applications for acceptance into the program once ALL documents have been received. The application package must be sent to New York Alumni Kappa League 472 West 141 St. Harlem, NY 10031 (attn: Kappa League Membership Committee). Qualified applicants will be contacted by phone to schedule a formal interview.
Included in this packet are:
§ Membership Application
§ History of Kappa League/Guide Right (Candidates will be required to have some knowledge of the program prior to their interview).
§ Prayers and blessings for success from the Kappa League Organization
Harlem Kappa League
Membership Application
Personal Information Sheet
Mandatory Requirements:
Minimum grade point average of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 grade scale
Copy of High School transcript or GPA Verification Form (or final year end report card)
School Enrollment for upcoming School Year
PERSONAL
Name ______Date of Birth ______Age______
Address ______
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Phone ______E-mail Address______
Father’s Name ______Mother’s Name ______
Parents Phone #______Parents’ E-mail Address ______
Number of Brothers ______Number of Sisters ______Younger Than You ______
ACADEMICS
High School ______G.P.A. ______(include transcript)
Upcoming Fall Classification (Circle One)
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
List of Courses Enrolled in this Past Semester ______,
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Course enjoyed the most______the least ______
What Colleges or Universities would you like to attend?
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DO YOU PARTICIPATE IN ANY SPORTS? IF YES, WHICH ONES?
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LIST ALL EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITES AND ORGANIZATIONS IN WHICH YOU ARE INVOLVED:
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LIST ALL HOBBIES AND INTERESTS?
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PLEASE NOTE!!!
Members of Kappa League are expected to maintain a decorum and attitude that is aligned with the objectives of the program.
Kappa League is an entity sponsored by Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. however its participants are not considered or affiliated as members of the fraternity!!
History of Guide Right
Under the chairmanship of Mel Davis, the Los Angeles Alumni Chapter’s Social Action Program took the form of training activity for young men of the Alain Leroy Locke High School. Called the Kappa Instructional Leadership League, it was designed to help young men grow, receive, and develop their leadership talents in every phase of human endeavour. It provided both challenging and rewarding experiences, which richly enhanced their lives. Membership was open to male students from the tenth through the twelfth grades. The fraternity sought to help these young men to achieve worthy goals for themselves and make constructive contributions to their community when leadership roles become the responsibility.
Kappa League was founded on Thursday, February 12, 1969, by the Los Angeles Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., at Alain LeRoy Locke High School.Kappa League was adopted by the Grand Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. at the 56thGrand Chapter which was held August 12-15, 1970.The founders of the Kappa Instructional Leadership League were Mel L. Davis an Elder Watson Diggs Awardee and Edgar H. Bishop.
Kappa League is a program for the educational, occupational and social guidance of male students in grades 6th-12th.The nucleus and primary focus of the Kappa League revolves around the "Five Phases" which are: 1. Self-Identity (Discipline,Assurance, Awareness, and Appearance), 2. Training (Academic, Career-Choice, Preparation, and Organization), 3. Competition (Politics, Career Advancement, and Sports), 4. Social (Religion, the Arts, Entertainment, Conversation/Communication, and Etiquette/Manners), 5. Health Education (Physical Fitness, Sex Education, Drug Education, and Health and Safety.)
http://natlkappaleague.org/index.php/about-kappa-league/kappa-league-history
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The basic objectives of Guide Rights may be summarized as follows:
1. To inspire service in the public interest through the cultural enrichment and character development of African American males.
2. To develop leadership skills while monitoring, encouraging, and rewarding outstanding academic performance.
3. To refine self-image, self-esteem, social skills, and environmental awareness.
4. To assist parents in the handling of their children by giving them opportunities to talk over their problems with those who know and are successful in their chosen vocations.
5. To afford less fortunate youths a respite from the drudgery of the streets, through sponsored entertainment and cultural enrichment.
6. To inform youth of the values of higher education, of assistance available for continued educational pursuits, scholarships, loans, professional counseling, fellowships, etc.; of various occupational and professional opportunities; and of current lab or demands and the trends on the labor market, supply rewards, etc.
Kappa Alpha Psi’s commitment to young people is well established, and our Guide Right efforts, both individual and collective, continues to serve as a mechanism to “inspire service in the public interest”, excerpts taken from “Guide Right – A Historical Perspective”
Parent Profile
Kappa Leaguer:______
Parent’s Name (s):______
Address:______
Telephone #: Cell______Home______
What are some things about your son that you feel will assist us in working with you and your son?
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How would you describe your relationship with your son? Scale: 1 2 3 4 5
In your opinion, how does your son respond to authority figures? Scale: 1 2 3 4 5
In your opinion, how does your son respond to men? Scale: 1 2 3 4 5
In your opinion, how does your son respond to structure? Scale: 1 2 3 4 5
How does your son respond to change? Scale: 1 2 3 4 5
How might your son respond to a busy schedule? Scale: 1 2 3 4 5
Below are some community affairs that the Kappa Leaguers will be engaged in. List two events that you are willing to be an active participant in.
October:
Halloween Haunted House: This is an annual community service event in which over 500 community members attend on Halloween.
· Donate decorations and or candy.
· Assist with the Set-up the night before.
November:
Holiday Community Service at a local community church or organization.
· Serve Meals
· Deliver meals to various local shelters or community churches.
December:
Family and Friends Day at a local community church.
· Attend Family and Friends Day at a local community church.
1. ______
2. ______
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Harlem Kappa League Application