Question 1

What is the aim of The Avenue?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

Why the name “The Avenue”?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

How is the program structured?

Accepted Answer

The Avenue is comprised of three "modules" (Module I, Module II, and Capstone) which build on one another and are tailored to the participant’s age. Seniors are invited to apply to be an Avenue Intern. The Avenue meets on the third Saturday of each month, September through May, from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Each session includes a presentation, practical exercises, and a  snack/social period.

Question 4

What is the role of mentoring?

Accepted Answer

Mentors guide participants in applying the principles they learn in the program to their personal circumstances through practical goals. Each student meets regularly with her mentor. Students can also contact mentors outside the program sessions if needed.

Question 5

Can I sign up for The Avenue even though I cannot attend every session?

Accepted Answer

Yes; however, because the program is designed with sessions which build one upon the other, it is for the benefit of the participant to attend every session.

Question 6

Can I join The Avenue in Junior year if I did not attend Modules I or II?

Accepted Answer

Yes, participants can join the program any year, even if they did not attend in previous years. Their mentors can help these participants fill in any gaps and bring them up to speed.

Question 7

Where is the program held?

Accepted Answer

Module I meets in Murray Hill Place (243 Lexington Avenue, corner of 34th Street). Modules II and Capstone meet at Alderton House (just a few blocks away at 31 E 38th Street, between Park and Madison Avenue).

Question 8

Can I join The Avenue in the middle of the school year?

Accepted Answer

Yes, participants can register in the middle of the school year, but to fully benefit from the program, we highly recommend joining before September.

Question 9

Can I invite my friends to The Avenue?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

How does The Avenue partner with parents?

Accepted Answer

Since parents are the primary educators of their children, The Avenue seeks to complement what participants receive at home. Module 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.

Question 11

Does Alderton House sponsor any other activities?

Accepted Answer

Alderton House sponsors a variety of activities aimed at character and leadership development and faith formation. 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).

Question 12

How can I learn more about The Avenue?

Accepted Answer

For additional information about The Avenue, contact us at TheAvenueNYC@gmail.com or call 212-369-2726.