Kappa League

Welcome to Fort Lauderdale’s

Trailblazers of the South

Message From The Student President

Welcome to the official home of the Kappa League of Fort Lauderdale!

My name is David King, and I am honored to serve as President of the Fort Lauderdale Kappa League. This Kappa League is an organization built on the foundation of leadership, academic achievement, and community service. We are a village and it is our duty to uphold a standard of excellence that pushes us to be better men each and every day.

This website is your window into our journey and our commitment to that very excellence. Here, you'll discover updates on our events, volunteer service projects, leadership experiences, and the lasting memories we make along the way. From career expositions and college tours to dedicated community service, from deep conversations that expand our minds to just having fun and building brotherhood; we are dedicated to building something very special together. We are focused on cultivating not just good résumés, but strong characters.

If you're new here and seeking guidance, brotherhood, opportunities, and a chance to grow into a leader, I invite you to explore our website and see what we're all about. If you are already one of the vital members of our Kappa League, thank you for you everlasting dedication and commitment to our program and be sure to check out our Member Services tab.

We are not just preparing for the future; we are stepping into it with purpose and passion. We pledge to lead by example, with integrity, with heart, and with relentless dedication. We plan to support, to inspire, to educate, and most of all, we plan to succeed.

Kappa Youth Leadership and Development League

- Fort Lauderdale -

We are a leadership and development institute guided by the Development Through Empowerment Doctrine and executed through established program standards. Through structured learning, experiential programming, and progressive leadership responsibility, the program equips young men with the skills and discipline required for college, career, and civic life.

Structured Development. Progressive Responsibility. Empowered Leadership.

A Structured Leadership Institute

- Preparing Young Men for College, Career, and Civic Life -

Kappa League of Fort Lauderdale is a standards-based youth leadership institute that develops academic readiness, civic responsibility, and leadership capacity through structured instruction, experiential learning, and progressive responsibility.

Participants advance through a defined developmental framework designed to cultivate accountability, discipline, and long-term success.

Development Through Empowerment Doctrine

- Responsibility, Accountability, and Progressive Development -

Kappa League of Fort Lauderdale operates under the Development Through Empowerment Doctrine. This framework empowers participants by placing responsibility, expectations, and leadership practices at the center of the learning experience.

Rather than passive participation, students advance through clearly defined standards and responsibilities that promote academic preparedness, civic awareness, ethical decision-making, and self-governance.

Signature Program Series

- Development In Action -

Kappa League delivers its programming through structured series designed to advance leadership development, postsecondary readiness, and civic engagement.

Civic Leadership & Governance Simulation Series

Student-led simulations and leadership exercises that develop civic understanding, public decision-making, and ethical leadership.

Kappa Kamp: Immersive Leadership & Development Series

Multi-day immersive experiences designed to strengthen teamwork, resilience, wellness, and leadership under structured conditions.

STEM & Career and Technical Education Exploration Series

Hands-on exposure to STEM fields and technical careers through experiential learning and site-based engagement.

Leadership, Postsecondary Readiness & Financial Literacy Series

Programming focused on structured leadership development, post-secondary preparedness, and financial literacy.

All series are implemented in alignment with the Development Through Empowerment Doctrine and established program standards.

2025–2026 School Year Progression Highlights

  • Turkey Give-away (Nov. '25)

    In collaboration with Pompano Beach Kappa League, Leaguer gave out over 150 turkeys and baskets to families in the Golden Acres Community.

  • Kappa Kamp: Convivia (Nov. '25)

    Joined with West Palm Beach and Pompano Beach Kappa Leagues, Leaguers participated in a 3 day camp learning about Attitude, Tying Ties, Dressing Professionally, and more.

  • Mock Legislature (Oct. '25)

    Kappa Leagues from Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties came together to participate in a Mock State Legislature to debate local issues.

  • 40th Coastal Clean-up (Sept. '25)

    Kappa Leaguers showed up strong for the 40th Annual Coastal Cleanup at Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park.

  • Black Men in Tech THRIVE Conference (Oct. '25)

    Leaguers participated in interactive workshops on Gaming and Evolving Technology. Thereafter, they participated in a Lunch & Learn session.

  • Broward Partnership Visit (Aug '25)

    The Executive Cabinet visited the Broward Partnership Fort Lauderdale Center to help give meals to unhoused members of the community.

  • Broward Judicial Complex Visit (Jul. '25)

    Broward Judicial Complex Visit (Jul. '25)

    Leaguer visited the Broward Judicial Complex and met with judges within the Juvenile and Domestic Violence Divisions. Thereafter, they had lunch with the Assistant City Attorney of Pompano Beach.

  • Port of Palm Beach (Jul. '25)

    Kappa Leaguer visited the Port of Palm Beach to learn more about Global Trade and its economic impact.

Upcoming events.