About The Pilot
Effectively Teach Emotional Intelligence
This pilot is designed to help us answer one core question:
Do these lessons effectively teach emotional intelligence in a way that is engaging, clear, and culturally grounded for Black youth ages 7–10?
Your feedback will help us refine:
Clarity of the lesson content
Voice-over pacing and tone
Visuals and animation flow
Attention span and engagement
Lesson length
Any areas that need improvement or expansion
This pilot is designed to help us determine whether these lessons effectively teach emotional intelligence in a way that is engaging, clear, and culturally grounded for Black youth ages 7–10.
Through your feedback, we will refine key elements such as lesson clarity, voice-over pacing and tone, visuals and animation flow, attention span and engagement, lesson length, and areas that may need improvement or expansion. Your participation is essential, and we sincerely thank you for helping us build something meaningful and impactful for our community.
Our Founder
The academy was created from a powerful vision to nurture the whole child by cultivating emotional intelligence, leadership, confidence, and cultural identity at an early age. Shawna believes that education should do more than transfer knowledge—it should connect children to purpose, self-worth, and legacy. Through a modern, holistic learning experience, the program empowers young scholars to understand who they are, where they come from, and the greatness they carry within. Grounded in the belief that culture is power, Shawna’s vision weaves education, storytelling, and creative expression together to restore pride, build confidence, and help the next generation recognize that culture is not just expression, but the foundation of identity, strength, and lasting legacy.
Shawna Canada
CEO – Dapper Elite Academy