Guide Right's primary mission is to develop leaders — not just followers. Every program activity, from officer elections to community service, is designed to grow each young man's capacity to lead with purpose, integrity, and vision. Leadership development is intentional, structured, and consistent across all phases of programming.

Guide Right connects youth to college preparation resources beginning in middle school. Activities include college visits, admissions workshops, FAFSA assistance, standardized test prep, and College Signing Day celebrations. The program helps every Kappa Leaguer envision and plan a path to higher education.

Guide Right's impact doesn't end at enrollment — it extends through college graduation. Mentoring relationships established in Kappa League continue to support young men through their college years. With 77% of Guide Right students graduating college within 6 years, this long-term investment is transformative.

Beyond college prep, Guide Right shapes the character, confidence, and skills of every young man it touches. Through mentoring, structured training, and positive role modeling, Guide Right gives youth the tools they need to navigate life's challenges — academically, socially, and professionally.

Guide Right supports academic excellence at every educational stage. With 98% of Guide Right students graduating high school, the program's cradle-to-career approach creates sustained academic achievement. Study halls, tutoring, and academic accountability are embedded across all programming.

• NSBE Jr. (National Society of Black Engineers Junior) chapters
• STEM Career Fairs and exposure events
• Free programming training through Code.org
• Microsoft Retail STEM training partnerships
• STEM Drone Competitions and Hackathons

• Mentoring programs with 90% college graduation rates
• Undergraduate and alumni partnership networks
• Naviance college planning platform integration
• FAFSA awareness and completion support
• College Signing Day celebrations
• Virtual College Tours & Conversations

Financial literacy is woven throughout the Guide Right curriculum. Members learn budgeting, saving, investing, entrepreneurship, and credit management — building the economic awareness needed for long-term financial independence and wealth building.

Kappa League TV (KLTV) showcases the achievements and activities of Kappa League programs nationwide, providing positive media representation of young Black men.

• National Kappa League TV: youtube.com — Kappa League TV
• DLA Kappa League TV: youtube.com/@dlakappaleague
• National Instagram: @kappa_league_tv
• DLA Instagram: @dlakappaleague

1. Call to Order
2. Prayer / Invocation (Chaplain)
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Kappa League Pledge / Creed
5. Roll Call / Attendance
6. Reading of Previous Minutes
7. Treasurer's Report
8. Committee Reports
9. Old Business
10. New Business
11. Program / Speaker / Activity
12. Announcements
13. Adjournment

• Must be a male youth (age requirements set by chapter)
• Must maintain satisfactory academic standing
• Must attend meetings regularly
• Must adhere to the Kappa League Code of Conduct
• Must pay chapter-determined dues
• Must complete parent/guardian enrollment paperwork
• Must participate in community service activities

The alumni chapter bears ultimate responsibility for the Kappa League program. The chapter's Guide Right Chairman oversees program operations, ensures compliance with national standards, and coordinates mentor recruitment, training, and Guide Right Certification. Kappa League operates under the oversight of the alumni chapter at all times.

This foundational phase helps young men develop a clear sense of who they are. Topics include discipline (managing behavior and time), assurance (building confidence and self-worth), self-awareness (understanding strengths and weaknesses), and appearance (professional dress and grooming). Mentors should create a safe space for honest self-reflection and goal articulation.

Phase 2 equips Kappa Leaguers with the academic and career tools they need to succeed. Academic excellence sessions encourage GPA improvement and study habits. Career choice activities expose members to diverse professions. Preparation covers resume writing, interview skills, and goal-setting. Organization teaches time management and personal productivity.

This phase teaches Kappa Leaguers how to compete constructively. Politics covers civic engagement and understanding governmental systems. Career advancement addresses navigating workplace dynamics. Sports fosters teamwork, sportsmanship, and the role athletics can play in development and scholarship access.

Phase 4 develops the social competencies every young man needs. Religion explores spiritual identity and values. Arts & Entertainment exposes members to creative expression and cultural appreciation. Communication sharpens verbal and written skills. Etiquette training prepares members for professional and formal social settings.

This phase promotes physical and emotional wellness. Physical fitness encourages healthy habits. Sex education provides age-appropriate, factual health information. Drug awareness presents the consequences of substance use. Health & safety covers first aid basics and personal safety awareness. All content must be delivered in an age-appropriate, chapter-approved manner.

Phase 6 builds financial literacy and entrepreneurial thinking. Topics include budgeting, saving and investing, banking basics, and entrepreneurship. Young men explore how to start and manage businesses, understand credit, and build long-term financial goals. Guest speakers from business and finance are highly encouraged.

The culminating phase prepares Kappa Leaguers for life after high school. Activities include college visits, admissions workshops, FAFSA completion support, scholarship research, and career exploration panels. Mentors play a critical role in connecting members with higher education resources and helping them visualize their futures.

A mentor maintains a warm, supportive relationship while preserving appropriate professional boundaries. The goal is not to be a peer or buddy — it is to be a consistent, trustworthy adult figure. Avoid sharing personal problems, seeking validation from Kappa Leaguers, or creating relationships that blur the adult/youth dynamic.

Kappa Men(tors) lead by example. What you do matters more than what you say. Model punctuality, professional dress, respectful communication, and civic engagement. Kappa Leaguers are always watching — your conduct on and off program grounds shapes their understanding of manhood.

Meet every Kappa Leaguer where he is — not where you wish he were. Some young men come from challenging home environments, have academic struggles, or carry social-emotional burdens. A good mentor creates an unconditionally supportive environment and works patiently toward growth, not perfection.

Academic success is a cornerstone of Guide Right. Mentors should regularly ask about school performance, encourage consistent attendance, connect members with tutoring resources, and celebrate academic milestones. Challenge Kappa Leaguers to set and track GPA goals each semester.

Effective mentors help Kappa Leaguers develop SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals across multiple life domains — academic, social, personal, and career. Regular goal check-ins create accountability and build the self-discipline needed for long-term success.

• What do you enjoy most about school? What do you find most challenging?
• Which subjects are you strongest in? Which need the most work?
• How do you feel about your teachers? Do you feel supported at school?
• What's your current GPA, and where would you like it to be?

• Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 10 years?
• What career or profession are you most curious about?
• What does success look like to you personally?
• What college or training program are you considering after high school?

• What are you really good at — inside or outside of school?
• What activities or hobbies do you enjoy most?
• Tell me about a time you accomplished something you were proud of.
• Who are the people in your life who believe in you?

• What's the biggest challenge you're facing right now?
• Is there anything happening at home or school that affects your ability to focus?
• What kind of support would be most helpful to you?
• What do you wish adults in your life better understood about you?

• What are three things in your life you're grateful for?
• Who is someone who has made a positive difference in your life? How?
• What does it mean to you to be part of Kappa League?

• Mentors must not connect with Kappa Leaguers on personal social media accounts (Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, etc.)
• All digital communication must occur through official chapter platforms or with full transparency to parents/guardians
• Mentors must not post photos or videos of Kappa Leaguers without written parental consent
• Any inappropriate contact reported online must be escalated to the Guide Right Chairman immediately

• Kappa Leaguers represent the program at all times on social media
• Content that is disrespectful, violent, or discriminatory is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action
• Members must not share details of program activities before official announcements
• All social media conduct is subject to the Kappa League Code of Conduct

• Treat all members, mentors, and guests with respect and dignity
• Maintain academic standards set by the chapter
• Attend meetings and activities punctually and consistently
• Refrain from illegal behavior, substance use, or gang activity
• Honor the confidentiality of personal information shared in meetings or one-on-one sessions
• Represent Kappa League with pride and professionalism in the community

Standard Meetings: Business casual — collared shirt, slacks or khakis, clean shoes. No athletic wear, sagging pants, or offensive graphics.

Formal Events: Business professional — suit or dress shirt with tie, dress pants, dress shoes.

Community Service: Kappa League polo/program shirt or chapter-approved attire.

Dress standards build professional identity and help Kappa Leaguers understand expectations in academic and corporate settings.

• Mentors who transport Kappa Leaguers must have a valid driver's license and adequate auto insurance
• Transportation must be arranged with parent/guardian knowledge and consent
• The "two-deep" rule applies to vehicle transportation — no mentor should be alone with a single Kappa Leaguer in a vehicle
• Any transportation incident must be reported to program leadership

Scenario: A Kappa Leaguer has been experiencing conflict with a classmate who keeps disrupting his ability to focus during a group project. He wants to address it but isn't sure how to approach the conversation without it becoming an argument.

Assignment: Working with your mentor, develop a plan for how to approach this classmate respectfully and constructively. Role-play the conversation. Discuss how tone, body language, and word choice affect the outcome.

Learning Outcome: Kappa Leaguers practice assertive (not aggressive) communication, active listening, and conflict resolution — core social-emotional skills for academic and professional success.

• Set the tone: Create a non-judgmental space. Emphasize that there are no "wrong" answers in the exploration phase.
• Model it first: Demonstrate the role-play yourself before asking the mentee to try.
• Debrief after: Ask reflective questions — "How did that feel?" "What would you change?" "What worked well?"
• Connect to their life: Ask the mentee to identify a real situation where these skills would be useful.
• Document the session: Note key takeaways in the mentee's progress log for future reference.

• Academic Tracking Form: Monitor GPA and course performance each semester
• Attendance Log: Track meeting and event attendance; note patterns requiring intervention
• Goal Progress Journal: Review SMART goals quarterly with each mentee
• Community Service Log: Document hours, activities, and reflection notes for each member
• Mentor Observation Notes: Record behavioral and developmental observations from one-on-one sessions

• Annual Program Report: Summarizes activities, outcomes, and enrollment statistics for the year
• Parent/Guardian Satisfaction Survey: Gathers feedback on program value and communication quality
• Member Exit Survey: Captures graduating members' experience and program impact
• Budget Reconciliation: Documents all expenditures against planned budget

• All active mentors have completed background checks (Tier 3)
• All mentors have completed Youth Protection Training
• All mentors have signed the Do's & Don'ts Acknowledgment
• Chapter has a registered Guide Right Chairman on file
• Annual Program Report submitted to national office
• Community service logs completed and documented
• Member enrollment forms and parental consent on file
• NGRC online submission completed through the national portal

Sustainable programs plan beyond a single year. Key sustainability strategies include:

• Mentor Pipeline: Recruit new mentors annually; avoid single-point-of-failure dependency on one leader
• Community Partnerships: Build relationships with schools, businesses, and nonprofits for resources and referrals
• Parent Engagement: Active parent/guardian involvement increases retention and support
• Documentation: Maintain thorough records so program knowledge transfers when leadership changes
• Scholarship Support: Connect graduating Kappa Leaguers with scholarship resources to demonstrate long-term program value