Friends for Youth was named by a Friendship back in 1985 and we need YOUR help once again to name our new mentoring program!
We
have an exciting announcement! At the end of this summer, we will be adding a new
school-based mentoring program that will take place at Sequoia High School. We
will be offering group mentoring to incoming freshman who have been identified
as needing extra guidance and support to reach their goals.
About the Program:
· Where: Sequoia
High School
· When: Academic
year during school hours
· Student
Mentees: Incoming 9th graders
· Mentors: Caring
adult volunteers
· Mentor:Student
Ratio: 1:4
·
Program Model: Through conversations, activities,
and field trips mentees will access tools to develop their interests, build
healthy habits and networks, overcome obstacles and reach short and long-term
goals.
Program Name: Catchy to teens and adults, may represent a community of support, and
students' success. It could even be an acronym...
Prize: $50 gift card
Deadline for Submission: Wednesday, June 1st
How: Simply
email any ideas to info@friendsforyouth.org. The more suggestions the better your chances of winning!
P.S.,
Is your mentee all grown up or do you now have more time? If you or someone you
know would be interested in getting involved as a group mentor or partner,
please contact sarahnorman@friendsforyouth.org for more information.
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