How can I be a great mentor? It’s more than just being a role model
Mentoring young people — whether it’s professional growth on the job or as a friendly relationship to build rapport — …
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Mentoring young people — whether it’s professional growth on the job or as a friendly relationship to build rapport — …
We know kids and teens who have mentors are far more likely to have better school attendance, avoid substance abuse, enroll in college or vocational programs as young adults, and are far more likely to succeed in school and careers as a result.
The majority of kids and teens actively matched or waiting for a match in the Boone County Mentoring Partnership can hardly be called “at-risk” or “troubled.” These are words that frequently come up when people are asked to mentor someone.
Our Graduation Coach goes beyond mere “homework help” and helps eliminate barriers to graduation and life’s challenges.
Child abuse impacts about one out of every five kids in Boone County every year. The impact of that abuse is different for every child, and it can change how some kids respond to other adults, peers, and themselves. That’s why knowing how to interact and understand these experiences can help mentors and adults be better role models for kids.
Mentoring a teen can be so rewarding, and extremely beneficial to the young adult who is looking up to you.
Mentoring can be so rewarding, but it also has challenging days. Perhaps you have experienced this with the young adult you are mentoring.