Student Leadership Academy
The next generation of leaders.

The ICEF Student Leadership Academy aims to provide an innovative physical and psychological space for ICEF students to develop as leaders through extraordinary opportunities in Academics, Arts and Athletics. At the ICEF Student Leadership Academy, we envision a world where every young mind possesses the tools, confidence, and determination to lead with purpose, empathy and resilience. 

Our vision is rooted in the belief that by nurturing the potential of today’s students, we can shape a future where visionary leaders emerge from all walks of life, armed with the skills and values needed to create positive change in their communities and beyond.

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The Academy

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Student Leadership Programs

• Harvard-Westlake and UCLA SLIDE Leadership Development Program: Dive into the Harvard-Westlake and UCLA SLIDE Leadership Development Program, designed for students in grades 10-12. This transformative experience blends fellowship leadership development, courageous conversations, and the creation of sustainable action plans on topics of diversity, equity inclusion, justice, and belonging.

• ​ISLA Summer Leadership Enrichment Program:  Immerse yourself in the ISLA Summer Leadership Enrichment Program, a dynamic gathering of students from our seven ICEF schools. Offering a diverse array of activities such as STEM club, drama, animation, ceramics, lacrosse, and rugby. These programs run from 1:30-3pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Explore vibrant learning environments, from classrooms to fields - it’s a summer of growth, fun, and discovery at ISLA. ​​​

• Alliance Los Angeles: Elevate your career in sports with the Alliance Leadership Initiative, supported by 12 professional sports teams of Los Angeles and Orange County, and the Play Equity Fund. Open to 9th-12th graders aspiring for a sports career, this initiative offers an inside look at professional sports and cultivates critical leadership skills. Participants become eligible for a paid internship with a professional sports team.

• UC Santa Barbara Summer Enrichment: Embark on a six-week adventure at UC Santa Barbara, an exclusive summer college experience tailored for high school student-athletes. This immersive program fosters holistic growth – academically, professionally, personally, and socially. Through the Early Outreach Program (EAOP), students dive into weekly workshops covering vital skills like time management, study techniques, and financial aid. Our commitment extends to community service, blending impactful experiences with valuable life skills. 

• ​Angel City FC SOAR Internship: Soar to new heights with the Angel City FC SOAR Internship, a six-week paid opportunity empowering young women and non-binary individuals in sports, business, and entrepreneurship. Led by Angel City FC, this program extends beyond View Park High School, encompassing a broader ACFC Community Impact Partner ecosystem. Each participant receives a $3000 scholarship and the chance to shadow a department in the Angel City FC Front Offices. 

“Keep exploring. Keep dreaming. Keep asking why. Don’t settle for what you already know. Never stop believing in the power of your ideas, your imagination, your hard work to change the world.”

- BARACK OBAMA