* * * Now Enrolling for September 2022-June 2023 * * *
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- Program Details
- Calendar
- Cost
- Application
- Payment & Scholarships
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Program Details
As girls* make choices that will affect the rest of their lives, what support are we offering them? Our Real Talk Curriculum offers practical wisdom to help teens cultivate meaningful friendships, practice authentic self expression, and make choices that truly serve them. We support the girls* as they navigate the complexity of being a teen in these times, creating a space for them grow self-esteem, wisdom, and belonging. We help them develop essential life skills and decision making tools, in a safe circle to practice and learn.
All groups are facilitated by both Emily & Quetzal to provide the strongest leadership we have to offer. This models strength in difference, as well as the power of our sisterhood and working partnership. We also blend ages and grades in our groups to support "best fit" rather than just default to enrolling by grade. We have found this flexibility supports diversity (in many ways) in each group, and creates a stronger learning environment. Select groups are assisted by our apprentice, Isabella Masterson.
Our program is designed to be a school-year long commitment, so ideally the same group of teens stay together for one or more years. This is how we build a strong "village" to hold the girls coming of age process, as mentors and as a community around them. Due to the small group size, we prioritize families able to commit to the entire school year. For the last three years, we have had almost 100% re-enrollment, which means groups only have a few open spaces. Our hope is teens will participate fully, attending all or as many gatherings as possible. You may be added to a wait list if the group is already full, or you are unable to commit to the entire school year.
We also hope parents will attend the Parent Meetings. Parents who engage in the circle with us feel less alone on the parenting journey, gain useful skills and are nourished by the shared conversation. We have noticed a positive impact on the whole family, when everyone shows up to the program.
Please note: High school groups include 3 distinct Parent Meetings throughout the year. Middle school group format is slightly different: the first and last meetings include caregivers, and there is one additional parent meeting during the year.
Have more questions? Visit our Teen Curriculum for more information about what we do together, or our FAQ.
*We understand gender identity to be fluid and expressed in many ways. Our programs welcome teens along the gender spectrum who are assigned female at birth and/or socialized female. Please see our website for our extended gender inclusive policy.
All groups are facilitated by both Emily & Quetzal to provide the strongest leadership we have to offer. This models strength in difference, as well as the power of our sisterhood and working partnership. We also blend ages and grades in our groups to support "best fit" rather than just default to enrolling by grade. We have found this flexibility supports diversity (in many ways) in each group, and creates a stronger learning environment. Select groups are assisted by our apprentice, Isabella Masterson.
Our program is designed to be a school-year long commitment, so ideally the same group of teens stay together for one or more years. This is how we build a strong "village" to hold the girls coming of age process, as mentors and as a community around them. Due to the small group size, we prioritize families able to commit to the entire school year. For the last three years, we have had almost 100% re-enrollment, which means groups only have a few open spaces. Our hope is teens will participate fully, attending all or as many gatherings as possible. You may be added to a wait list if the group is already full, or you are unable to commit to the entire school year.
We also hope parents will attend the Parent Meetings. Parents who engage in the circle with us feel less alone on the parenting journey, gain useful skills and are nourished by the shared conversation. We have noticed a positive impact on the whole family, when everyone shows up to the program.
Please note: High school groups include 3 distinct Parent Meetings throughout the year. Middle school group format is slightly different: the first and last meetings include caregivers, and there is one additional parent meeting during the year.
Have more questions? Visit our Teen Curriculum for more information about what we do together, or our FAQ.
*We understand gender identity to be fluid and expressed in many ways. Our programs welcome teens along the gender spectrum who are assigned female at birth and/or socialized female. Please see our website for our extended gender inclusive policy.
OWLS
6th-8th Grade |
WILDCATS
6th-8th Grade |
PHOENIX
10th-11th Grade |
DRAGONS
11th-12th Grade |
- Once/month meetings September 2022 - June 2023 (10 gatherings)
- In-person weekend meetings (daytime Saturday or Sundays)
- Location Orinda Retreat
- (Switch to Rockridge Community Space or Zoom as needed, details in welcome package)
- 6th-8th Grade Group: Caregivers invited to 1st and last meetings + 1 Parent Meeting during school year (online, evening)
- 9th-12th Grade Groups: 3 Parent Meetings during school year (online, evenings)
- Groups determined by age, grade and best fit with enrollment process
- All groups facilitated by Quetzal Francois & Emily Frost, select groups assisted by Isabella Masterson
- Option for 1:1 mentoring sessions
- Access to additional discounted in-person & online offerings
In attempt to meet the changing needs of our community and these times, 2022-23 programs are designed to hopefully meet our needs for contact, community, and safety. We will continue to meet outdoors, in person (as we have the last two years). If we need to switch to indoors or Zoom, due to Covid-19 concerns, fires, heavy rains, or any other unforeseen serious risks, we will make an announcement with as much notice as possible. Safety protocols will be kept as up to date as possible. We will review this as part of the enrollment process.
Calendar
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OWLS
6th-8th grade Sundays 10am-1pm 9/18, 10/23, 11/6, 12/4, 1/8, 2/5, 3/5, 4/23, 5/7, 6/11 @ Orinda (1st & Last Mtg w Caregivers) + 1 Online Parent Meeting Thursday 1/26 7:30-9pm |
WILDCATS
6th-8th grade Sundays 2-5pm 9/18, 10/23, 11/6, 12/4, 1/8, 2/5, 3/5, 4/23, 5/7, 6/11 @ Orinda (1st & Last Mtg w Caregivers) + 1 Online Parent Meeting Thursday 1/26 7:30-9pm |
PHOENIX
10th-11th grade Saturdays 10am-1pm 9/17, 10/22, 11/5, 12/3, 1/7, 2/4, 3/4, 4/22, 5/6+13*, 6/10 @ Orinda *Seniors rites of passage ceremony still being confirmed, pls hold 6th+13th + 3 Online Parent Meetings Thursdays 7:30-9pm 10/27, 1/12, 4/27 |
DRAGONS
11th-12th grade Saturdays 2-5pm 9/17, 10/22, 11/5, 12/3, 1/7, 2/4, 3/4, 4/22, 5/5+6+13*, 6/10 @ Orinda *Seniors rites of passage ceremony still being confirmed, pls hold 5th/6th/13th + 3 Online Parent Meetings Thursdays 7:30-9pm 10/27, 1/12, 4/27 |
Cost
Tuition for entire school year:
Tier 1 $3,500
Tier 2 $3,700 (Pay It Forward Option*)
* What is the “Tier 2 Pay It Forward” option?
We believe that all teens should have access to these important conversations, including those for whom our rates are a financial barrier. In order to do that, we offer scholarships to as many teens as possible. In 2021, $30,000 in scholarships were given. Please consider making a difference in a teen’s life through our “Pay It Forward” option, which includes gifting $20/month extra towards a scholarship.
** We are committed to making this important opportunity available to all teens. We offer various levels of scholarship based on need. Please indicate in your registration if you need some sort of financial assistance, and we will do our best to set up a payment plan that works for your family.
Tier 1 $3,500
Tier 2 $3,700 (Pay It Forward Option*)
- Pay in full by PayPal, cash or check by September 1, 2022
- or PayPal monthly billing Sept-June
* What is the “Tier 2 Pay It Forward” option?
We believe that all teens should have access to these important conversations, including those for whom our rates are a financial barrier. In order to do that, we offer scholarships to as many teens as possible. In 2021, $30,000 in scholarships were given. Please consider making a difference in a teen’s life through our “Pay It Forward” option, which includes gifting $20/month extra towards a scholarship.
** We are committed to making this important opportunity available to all teens. We offer various levels of scholarship based on need. Please indicate in your registration if you need some sort of financial assistance, and we will do our best to set up a payment plan that works for your family.
Please complete the payment information below.
Scholarships
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We will contact you as soon as we have received your information.
Additional forms (including Health & Emergency Form, Liability Waiver & Financial Agreement) will accompany the start of the group.
Please contact us if you have questions or to schedule a free intro call.
Additional forms (including Health & Emergency Form, Liability Waiver & Financial Agreement) will accompany the start of the group.
Please contact us if you have questions or to schedule a free intro call.
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