Emotional Social Intelligence: Confidence and Connection for Success
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Build skills to understand yourself and connect with others!
Adolescence is a dynamic and transformative stage marked by rapid internal and external changes, shifting priorities, academic pressures and the expanding influence of social media. These challenges, while significant, also open the door to new possibilities for growth and connection. Current research shows that Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is not only nice to have, it boosts academic performance by 11% but also strengthens self-confidence, goal setting, decision-making, conflict resolution and emotional regulation skills: including managing stress and anxiety. This course empowers adolescents with essential SEL competencies, equipping them to navigate daily life with confidence, resilience and empathy.
- Self-Awareness: Recognize and understand their emotions, thoughts, strengths and areas for growth, fostering a grounded sense of self
- Self-Management: Learn to regulate emotions and behaviors, manage stress, set inspiring goals and seek support when needed
- Social Awareness: Build meaningful connections through empathy, active listening and effective communication with people from diverse backgrounds
- Responsible Decision Making: Make thoughtful choices that promote safety, respect and positivity for themselves and others
This course is fun and interesting – filled with interactive activities and opportunities to develop your Emotional Social Intelligence. It helps you to deal with your current challenges while setting you up to enjoy a happier, healthier, and more successful life.
Apply Now Program Highlights
- Develop a strong sense of identity, overcome challenges, and learn teamwork through engaging activities like "The Name Game" and "Team Sentences"
- Discover personal strengths, clarify values, and build self-empowerment through activities such as "People Bingo," "Mission to Mars," and exploring power symbols
- Enhance non-verbal communication, active listening, and constructive self-expression with exercises like "Silent Movies," debates, and message relays
- Define clear, actionable goals using tools like stepping-stone frameworks and practical goal-setting exercises that break intentions into achievable steps
- Develop perseverance, accountability, and a positive attitude while learning stress management techniques and how to take the initiative in various life scenarios
Learning Outcomes
- Regulating emotions, thoughts, and behaviors
- Generative communication
- Positive self-reflection
- Setting realistic goals and targets
- Effective decision-making
Duration and Location
- January 25 - 29, 2026
- Sessions will run daily from 9 am to 4 pm
- AUC New Cairo campus
- Fridays and Saturdays off
- Holidays are compensated for with extra hours
Fees
- EGP 4,000 (price including materials needed)
- The following discounts are offered:
- 10% discount for siblings
- 10% discount for AUC faculty and staff
- 15% discount for AUC alumni
Who Can Apply?
Students aged 13 - 15 years.
Certification
All the bootcamp participants will receive a certificate of participation from AUC.
Transportation
TheAUC bus service is available for an extra fee. Details on the schedule will be shared before the program's start date.
Accommodation
Accommodation is offered at the University residences in case needed.
About the Instructor
Krista Masonis
Krista Masonis combines over ten years of experience creating, teaching, managing, and evaluating adolescent and youth education and training programs in the Arab World with her clinical coaching of adolescents and young adults to deliver this fun and unique camp program. Sourced in leading-edge content and innovative teaching techniques, Masonis invites her students to thrive in an engaging classroom environment of learning and connection.
AUC Refund Policy
A 100% refund of the program fees will be offered in the following cases. If reported at least three weeks before the program's start date.
- Course cancellation
- Medical withdrawal
- Visa denial