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VAKA is designed for students in Grades 9–12 who are curious, motivated, and eager to grow beyond the classroom. You don't need to have everything figured out. If you're willing to learn, challenge yourself, and make the most of new opportunities, VAKA is for you
Most extracurricular activities help you develop a specific talent or interest. VAKA prepares you for life beyond the classroom.
As a future-readiness experience, VAKA brings together students, families, mentors, educators, and industry professionals to help participants develop the confidence and practical skills needed to navigate what's next.
We know students already balance school, extracurricular activities, family commitments, and social lives.
VAKA is designed to fit alongside those commitments. The program includes one 90-minute in-person session each week. The activities are practical and purposeful, helping you apply what you learn in your everyday life.
Every student's journey is different, but by the end of VAKA you can expect to have greater confidence, stronger communication skills, improved decision-making, and a clearer understanding of your strengths and future possibilities.
You'll also gain exposure to industry leaders, mentors, and diverse perspectives in order to build relationships and experiences that extend well beyond the classroom.
VAKA is not about grades or exams.
Growth is reflected in how students think, communicate, collaborate, and approach new challenges.
Throughout the journey, students receive feedback from mentors and facilitators, reflect on their own development, and demonstrate their learning through practical experiences and projects.
The most meaningful measure of success is seeing greater confidence, maturity, initiative, and self-awareness in everyday life.
No, VAKA is a future-readiness experience that complements a student's academic education.
VAKA is equally focused on developing communication, critical thinking, decision-making, professional readiness, and the confidence to navigate life beyond the classroom. VAKA creates a safety net for young people to face challenges and work through setbacks.
VAKA brings together experienced facilitators and professionals from a wide range of industries.
Students learn through interactive workshops, meaningful conversations, real-world experiences, and exposure to people who have navigated diverse career and life journeys.
We believe investing in a young person's growth is one of the most valuable investments a family can make.
The knowledge gained in school is essential, but confidence, communication, decision-making, relationships, and self-awareness are the skills that shape how young people navigate university, careers, and life.
VAKA is designed to develop capabilities that continue to benefit students long after the program ends.
The value lies not only in what students learn, but in who they become through the experiences, connecting with mentors and peers, and the perspectives they gain along the way.
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It takes a village to empower a young adult to trust their judgment and begin their journey with confidence. Parents play an irreplaceable role in that growth.
We're excited that you're considering VAKA.
We'll be in touch with information about upcoming cohorts, program dates, and the application process.