Tag Archive for: middleSchool
Making a difference together: Patricia & Albert's Story
“Middle school is such an important crossroads in a child’s life, and anything we can do to help them choose the right path is just awesome.”
Creating a community of mentors: Sheryl's Story
Nearly 3,000 local students have been matched with a mentor since 2009.
Jumping in to make a difference: Dwayne's Story
More than 70% of mentees in United Way’s Be a Middle School Mentor program have never had a day of suspension from school.
Being a role model just when a kid can use one: Judy's Story
“Every kid could use another point of view.”
Life-changing for mentor and mentee alike: Erin's Story
“If you want to make a difference in this world, start with a child.”
Being a positive presence: Melvin's Story
“There’s no better feeling than knowing you’ve made a difference in the life of a child.”
Understanding what kids need: Sandra's Story
"More than 70% of students in United Way’s Be a Middle School Mentor maintained or increased their reading grade; more than 60% maintained or increased their math grade during the school year."
Setting goals and learning to reach them through mentoring: Vann's Story
"Nearly all students who participate in Be a Middle School Mentor have a 90% school attendance rate."
Returning to school to make a difference for kids: Lisa's Story
It’s amazing the positive impact you can have on a child’s life. You can help them choose the better path just by giving them advice, providing a different perspective and broadening their horizon…
Being there makes all the difference: Jahane’s Story
"If my mentor wouldn't have been there for me, I don't know where I would be today. I opened my wings with her."