Frequently Asked Questions
What is the aim of The Avenue?
The Avenue equips young women with the confidence and skills they need to give direction to their lives, to discover a sense of purpose, to aspire to reach their personal best, and to make positive contributions throughout life.
Why the name “The Avenue”?
Young women are confronted with many avenues they can take through life. The Avenue Leadership Program provides them the tools and skills they need in order to navigate through life’s many avenues.
How is the program structured?
The program comprises four integrated modules that build on one another and are tailored to the participant’s age. The Avenue meets on the third Saturday of each month, September through May, from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Each session includes an interactive presentation, practical exercises, and/or breakout sessions.
What is the role of mentoring?
Mentors guide the students in applying the principles they learn in the program, through realistic and practical goals. Each student meets regularly with her mentor. Students can also contact mentors outside the program sessions if needed.
Can a student sign up for the course even though she cannot attend every session?
Because the program is designed with sessions which build one upon the other, it is for the benefit of the student to attend every session.
Can I join the program in junior year if I did not attend Module I or II?
Yes, students can join the program in Module II, III and IV, even if they did not attend the previous years. Their mentors can help these students fill any gaps and bring them up to speed.
Where is the program held?
Modules I and III meet at Highland Study Center (31 E 38th Street, between Park and Madison Avenue). Modules II and IV meet in Murray Hill Place, just a couple of blocks away (243 Lexington Avenue, corner of 34 street)
Where is Highland Study Center located?
Highland Study Center is located in Manhattan, at 31 East 38th Street (between Madison and Park Avenues), just a few blocks away from Grand Central Station.
Can students join The Avenue in the middle of the school year?
Students can register in the middle of the school year but to fully benefit from the program, we recommend that they join in September.
Can I invite my friends to The Avenue?
Yes, we encourage you to talk with your friends about The Avenue and to share what you are learning. You can ask your mentor to speak with your friends and their parents if they are interested in joining the program.
How does The Avenue partner with parents?
Since parents are the primary educators of their children, The Avenue seeks to complement what the students receive at home. Unit leaders and mentors actively seek the collaboration and feedback of parents. The Avenue also sponsors seminars for parents on a variety of topics: parenting, preparing children for college, home management, etc. These are held at Murray Hill Place during program hours.
Does Highland Study Center sponsor any other activities?
Highland Study Center sponsors a variety of activities aimed at character and leadership development. The activities are open to women of all races, creeds, and ethnic origins. The spiritual aspects of its programs are entrusted to Opus Dei, a Personal Prelature of the Catholic Church (www.opusdei.org).
Who should I contact to learn more about the program?
For additional information about the program, contact us at TheAvenueNYC@gmail.com or call 212-369-2726.