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Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn. Benjamin FranklinBenjamin Franklin

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Research confirms that mentoring works. A Research Brief published by Child Trends and titled "Mentoring: A Promising Strategy for Youth Development" found that youth who participate in mentoring relationships experience a number of positive benefits.Mentoring: A Promising Strategy for Youth Development In terms of educational achievement, mentored youth have better attendance; a better chance of going on to higher education; and better attitudes toward school. In terms of health and safety, mentoring appears to help prevent substance abuse and reduce some negative youth behaviors. On the social and emotional development front, taking part in mentoring promotes positive social attitudes and relationships. Mentored youth tend to trust their parents more and communicate better with them.

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Two lead staff Site buy-in Mentor Training Selection process for protgs Orientation for protgs and parents Match mentors and protgs Weekly mentoring and rap sessions Closure process Evaluation

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Standards of Practice A safe environment Physical Safety Emotional Safety Opportunities for Community Engagement Knowledge of Community Interaction/Interface with the Community Communication with the Community Contribution to the Community

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Opportunities for Leadership and Advocacy Decision-Making and Governance Youth Voice Action

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Opportunities to Build Caring and Meaningful Relationships with Peers and Adults Peer Knowledge Adult Knowledge/Guidance Emotional Support Practical Support Sense of Belonging

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(NCLB Domain) Opportunities to Develop Healthy Personal Attitudes and Behavior Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) Violence Prevention Academic Completion/Fostering Learning

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Roles and Responsibilities Role-Modeling Attention and Concern Accountability Listening Unconditional Acceptance and Support Academic Support Communication Leadership

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Planning a Session Sign-in and Snack Welcome Icebreaker Group Activity Discussion One-on-One Time Drawing Closing

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Curriculums FNL Supplemental Lessons Energizers/Icebreakers Funding Supported Curriculum

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Volunteer high school students mentoring specifically referred middle school students Looks to: Improve grades Improve attendance Decrease violence Decrease ATOD use or further prevent initial involvement Help participants identify positive influences and the importance of positive attitudes and involvement

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Meeting new people and getting to know them by sharing personal experiences and talking about issues as a group. Spending time with mentors and participating in Shadow Day. Learning more about alcohol and drugs and ways to make healthy life decisions. The games and icebreakers. The safe, judgment free environment of the program where youth can work out their problems.

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