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USMentors
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!
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
January is National Mentoring Month!
Recruitment for Spring 2013 mentors and tutors is under way! Mentoring has demonstrated results in increased academic performance and aspirations for middle and high school students. Tutoring and homework support in after school programs supports the college aspirations of elementary, middle, and high school students in school and community based programs five days a week. The full list of programs is here; contact us now to start the application and placement process for a prompt start in the new year!
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