The GPA Academy

(AGES 13 - 17)

Give your child 8 weeks of real communication training—and a chance to take the stage with confidence.

Session Details

Ages: 13–17 years old

Start Date: September 29, 2026 (Tuesday)

^{SEP 29 | OCT 6 | OCT 13 | OCT 20 | OCT 26 | NOV 2 | NOV 10 | NOV 17}

Class Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM CST

Program Length: 8 Weeks 

Session Duration: 1.5 Hours per Week 

Format: In-Person

Location: Oak Brook Park District - 1450 Forest Gate Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523 

What you'll get:

• 8 Weeks of Communication Training — Build confident communication, self-expression, self-advocacy, leadership presence, public speaking, and thinking-on-your-feet skills.
• Small-Group Coaching & Individual Feedback — A maximum of 12 students per age group, with interactive exercises, speaking drills, live coaching, and personalized feedback.
• Live GPA Showcase — Students develop, rehearse, and perform a communication piece in front of family and friends during Week 8.

Investment: $495

Includes all eight training sessions and the Week 8 GPA Showcase. Registration closes when the cohort reaches 12 students.