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Community Service Learning

USMentors

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Why be a Mentor?

  • Gain important experience in the community.
  • Build a lasting relationship with your mentee that can enrich both of your lives.
  • Enjoy sharing your interests with your mentee.
  • Raise your mentee's academic aspirations by being a role model.
  • It's not demanding, but the results are significant.
  • It's rewarding...and fun!

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How do I get started?

  • Fill out an application.
  • Have an in-person interview.
  • Be matched with your mentee according to your shared interests.
  • Meet weekly with a student at King Middle School or Portland High School.
  • Let the memories begin!

"...mentoring can take a lot of stress out of life... I can really unwind and focus on having fun instead of thinking about homework... It's a really positive time for both sides!" -Chris, mentor to a middle school student