Granville Academy New Haven (GANH)

An Entrepreneurship After-School Training Opportunity

“Preparing Youth for Success in the Global Marketplace”

“The future belongs to those who prepare today.”

Seeking Students
Grades 8, 9, 10 & 11

Granville Academy in New Haven provides fundamental business and

financial skills that will facilitate their future assimilation into the economic
mainstream. It is intended that students share their knowledge with others,
and ultimately create teams that will build strong and economically viable
inner-city communities based on free enterprise.

Granville Academy in New Haven

An after-school
Coaching and Counseling Laboratory
Equipping youth to succeed in the Global Marketplace
Encouraging them to seek high-level executive careers, not just
jobs.
Mentoring them through a five-year program, that teaches
the fundamentals of capitalism and life skills.
Enabling them to acquire the necessary motivation and
self-confidence needed to be successful in the business world.

CLASSES BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER

If you or someone you know is interested please contact

Curlena McDonald at (203) 624-3923 or email: cmcdonald04@snet.net

Go to our website:
www.granvillenewhaven.org

P.O. Box 143, New Haven, CT 06501 | Phone: (203) 624-3923 Email: cmcdonald04@snet.net
Website: www.granvillenewhaven.org

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 Granville Academy New Haven (GANH)
An Entrepreneurship After-school Training Opportunity
P.O. Box 143, New Haven, CT 06501
Phone (203) 624-3923
cmcdonald04@snet.net
www.granvillenewhaven.org
“Preparing Youth for Success in the Global Marketplace”
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it today.”
FACT SHEET

Granville Academy is a national after school program that prepares inner city youth, but not exclusively, for
success in the global marketplace by teaching the foundations of business, finance, technology,
entrepreneurship, character building, community service and the opportunity for training on business
ownership.
Granville Academy New Haven has a board of directors for governance and fundraising to support its operation.
The organization is incorporated and has a 501(C3) status.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Granville Academy prepares youth to understand and prepare to work in the global marketplace as it is
today, and as it is evolving here and around the world. Experience proves that as students learn more about the
workings of the economic system, the more likely they are to become productive citizens in their communities.
The mission of the Academy is three fold:
 To help youth enter and succeed in global market-driven economy.
 To provide a foundation for their continued growth as world citizens.
 To instill in them a giving-back spirit focused on helping others and communities around the globe.
The Granville Academy enlists the services of volunteers, businesses and community groups to achieve our
mission.
Meeting Location: Hospital of Saint Raphael
Student Capacity: 75 – 100
Targeted Population: Middle and High School students from New Haven and other Connecticut towns.
Eligibility Requirements: Motivation, Potential, Team Player, Grades, Parental Involvement, Essay on
“Why student wants to attend Granville Academy”, Student and Parent
Interviews.
PROGRAM PHASES:
Phase I Introduction to Business and Organization
Phase II Exploration of Business Systems
Phase III Business Management
Phase IV Business Management, Career and College Exploration
Phase V Business Exploration and College Preparation
CONTRIBUTORS: Saint Raphael Healthcare System, William Graustein, Immanuel Baptist Church,
Empower New Haven, Citizens Bank, Specialized Packaging Group Inc,
blackPRINT Bookstore, Dwight Central Management Team, Steven Carter &
Enola Aird, Dorthula Green, Teachers, Staff and Friends of Granville Academy.
MEDIA COVERAGE: New Haven Register, Empower New Haven, and 21st Century (CTV), You Tube.

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 Granville Academy New Haven (GANH)
Student Application Date:

Please print or type response to all questions.

Complete and return the application and essay on why you would like to attend Granville Academy New
Haven. Attn: Curlena McDonald, President & CEO, P.O. Box 143, New Haven CT 06501
(203) 624-3923 or (cmcdonald04@snet.net)

Student Information

1. Student name: __________________________________________________________________

2. Address: __________________________________________________________________
3. Telephone Number: ________________________ Student Email_________________________
4. Age ________ 5. Sex_____ 6. Birth Date __________________ 6A. Grade __________________

Education Information

7. Name and address of school you now attend __________________________________________

8. How did you find out about Granville Academy? ______________________________________
9. Name of friends or relatives attending Granville ______________________________________
10. Telephone number of current school ________________________________________________
11. Name of counselor ______________________________________________________________
12. Name of school you will attend next year (09/11) ______________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
13. Name of Parent(s) or Guardian(s) ___________________________________________________
14. Name of Parent(s) or Guardian(s) participating in parent group meetings _________________

________________________________________________________________________________
15. Emergency Contact Number(s) _____________________________________________________

16. Parent(s) E-mail__________________________________ (Cell) __________________________

17. List All After-School Activities _____________________________________________________

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Granville Academy New Haven admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities
generally accorded to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its
educational policies, admission policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administration programs.

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