PUSH Youth Global Academy

Ages 8–17 · Hollywood, FL & partner campuses

PUSH to Speak™ Kids — public speaking, media & leadership

The same program families know from our summer academy now runs year-round. Students learn to write, speak, present and lead — building the confidence and communication skills that classrooms can't always teach. Offered as afterschool, weekly and weekend workshops, a spring break week, and our 6-week summer program each year.

When it's offered

Same curriculum, different schedules. Pick the format that fits your family or your school's calendar.

Afterschool Sessions

Held on campus or at a community partner site after the school day, in 6-week increments through the semester.

Weekly Workshops

One session per week during the school year, run in 6-week increments — steady practice that compounds.

Weekend Workshops

Saturday sessions in 6-week increments for families whose weekday schedules are already full.

Spring Break Week

An intensive week-long course offered during spring break — the full experience condensed into five days.

6-Week Summer Program

Our flagship yearly summer program in Hollywood, FL, closing with a live student showcase.

What we cover

Public Speaking & Stage Presence

Voice, posture, breathing, eye contact and how to own a room — from a classroom presentation to a full stage.

Speech Writing & Storytelling

How to build a message with a beginning, middle and end, and tell a story that people remember.

On-Camera & Media Training

Being comfortable and clear on camera, plus the basics of interviews and personal branding.

Interview & Career Readiness

Answering questions with confidence — for high school, college applications, scholarships and first jobs.

Leadership & Teamwork

Encouraging peers, collaborating, giving feedback and stepping up when it matters.

Final Showcase

Every cohort closes with students presenting in front of family, friends and mentors.

What to expect

Every format runs in 6-week increments, and every cycle ends the same way — on stage, with a certificate in hand.

Certificate of Completion

Students who complete a 6-week cycle receive an official PUSH to Speak™ Certificate of Completion, presented at the live showcase in front of family and mentors.

Is your child ready?

By the end of a session cycle, students will be able to:

Your child's safety comes first

All PUSH to Speak™ facilitators are background-checked and trained in youth development best practices. Sessions are held in a supervised, structured environment with a low student-to-facilitator ratio, and all activities are age-appropriate and designed with child safety and emotional well-being in mind. Parents receive direct contact information for questions or concerns at any time.

Enroll your student

Sibling discounts available. Scholarships are funded by our donors and sponsors — ask us about availability.