Dear Friend,

You can be the ally a student needs. Just one hour per week can help a child be more confident, get better grades, and build healthy relationships with peers and adults.

According to a 1999 research study*, teachers felt that of young people who meet regularly with mentors at school:

• 64% of students develop more positive attitudes toward school
• 58% achieve higher grades in social studies, languages, and math
• 60% improve relationships with adults, 56% with peers
• 64% develop higher levels of self-confidence
• 62% are more likely to trust teachers

*Herrera, C. (1999) School-Based Mentoring: A First Look Into Its Potential (p. 16). Philadelphia: Public/Private Ventures.

You've had mentors. Everyone should be so lucky. Pass it on.

Make the call. 260-9646

      Daniel McNeil,

      Program Director