About Alpha Esquires

Mission Statement

Alpha Esquires is a mentorship initiative designed for male students in grades 8-12 who are currently attending schools within the service region of the Sigma Eta Lambda Foundation, Inc (SELF). Our mentors focus on fostering leadership abilities, increasing career awareness, encouraging community engagement, assisting with educational planning, enhancing oral communication capabilities, promoting health and social consciousness. Each Esquire is paired with a dedicated mentor from SELF.

Alpha Esquires' mission is to transform young men in middle and high school into empowered leaders, equipped with the tools for academic and career success. By offering college and career readiness activities, we ignite their potential to become influential and productive members of society, shaping a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

Pillars of the Program

• Academic Readiness
• Civic Leadership
• Personal Growth
• Social Responsibility 

Program Activities

• Go To High School, Go To College Program
• Project Alpha Program (Male Sexual Health and Responsibility)
• Civic Engagement (Day at the Capital, MLK Day Events)
• Community Service
• College Tours
• Cultural Exploration
• Dress for Success
• Financial Empowerment Workshops
• Social Gatherings (Sporting Events, Outings, Step Shows, etc...)

Program Expectations 

• Regularly attend monthly sessions. To fully benefit from the program, Esquires must be actively present and eager to engage. We seek individuals and families who are actively involved and committed to the program's success.​
• Participate in program events. To foster camaraderie among mentors, mentees, and all participants, Esquires are encouraged to join various social, civic, and community service activities.
  
• Dress for Success. All educational enrichment activities are conducted as formal business sessions. Esquires must adhere to the dress code by wearing a white shirt, black tie, black pants (slacks or Dockers), and black dress shoes.