Age Range
14-16 years old
High school grades 9-10
COMPASS High: Khalil Gibran International Academy - Brooklyn
FREE Girls Inc. program empowering high school girls (ages 14-16) to be Strong, Smart, and Bold. Economic literacy, leadership, self-care, and stress management in Downtown Brooklyn.
The Girls Inc. COMPASS High program at Khalil Gibran International Academy (KGIA) is dedicated to equipping participants with essential social, programmatic, and academic support needed to flourish in their personal growth journey. Students delve into economic literacy, cultivate their leadership voices, and foster the ability to champion positive change within their school communities. Additionally, they explore the significance of self-care and learn valuable stress management techniques.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 362 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217 |
| Borough | Brooklyn |
| Neighborhood | Downtown Brooklyn / Boerum Hill |
| Website | girlsincnyc.org |
| Provider | Girls Incorporated of New York City |
| Contact | Jessica Harris-Avila (jharris-avila@girlsincnyc.org) |
| Phone | (212) 531-7620 |
| Operating Dates | July 2025 - June 2026 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Zip Code | 11217 |
Cost
100% FREE
COMPASS High program
Program Type
COMPASS High
After-school leadership program
Category
Leadership
Economic literacy, self-care, advocacy
- Economic Literacy: Financial education, budgeting, entrepreneurship
- Leadership Development: Cultivating voice, decision-making, public speaking
- Social Emotional Learning: Building resilience and healthy relationships
- Self-Care: Understanding importance of mental/physical wellness
- Stress Management: Techniques for managing academic and life pressures
- Positive Change Advocacy: Championing improvements in school communities
- Academic Support: Homework help and college readiness
- Strong, Smart, Bold Culture: Embracing Girls Inc. core values
Girls Incorporated of New York City has empowered girls for over 150 years with research-based programming that inspires them to be strong, smart, and bold. Through COMPASS High partnerships, Girls Inc. brings specialized programming to high schools serving young women.
- Contact KGIA or girlsincnyc.org
- Must be grades 9-10 student at KGIA
- Complete enrollment forms
- Begin participating (July 2025-June 2026)
- COMPASS High application
- Proof of age and grade level
- Emergency contacts
- Medical information
- Photo consent
Transportation
Subway: A/C/G to Hoyt-Schermerhorn (2 min)
Subway: 2/3/4/5 to Nevins St (5 min)
Downtown Brooklyn
Shopping, dining, cultural institutions nearby
Libraries
Brooklyn Heights Library (0.6 mi)
Parks
Fort Greene Park (0.7 mi)
Brooklyn Bridge Park (1 mi)
Last Updated: November 24, 2025
Program Type: COMPASS High
Eligibility: Grades 9-10 at KGIA
Hiring: Program is hiring staff
Zip Code: 11217