Mentors

"Often we set out to make a differece in the lives of others only to discover we have made a difference in our own."
- Ellie Braun-Haley

YOU have the power!

You have the ability to change a child's future by becoming a mentor. One hour a week of your time can make a lasting impact in the life of a child. By showing a child that someone cares, you will help that student gain the motivation and self-confidence to become a productive citizen.

Thanh with her mentor, Dina.	Brendan with mentor, Bob.  Read a letter from Brendan.

WHAT IS A MENTOR? (Download description)

• Mentorship in our program is a one-year commitment.
• New mentors must attend training prior to their initial meeting with their student.
• Mentors receive continuous training and support.
• Student/mentor visits are held on school campus during school hours.
• On average, you will experience thirty visits (September-May), about three hours per month.

BECOMING A MENTOR:

• Download application, complete and return to rheyser@pasco.k12.fl.us. You can also call (813) 794-2136 to request an application be mailed to you.
• Complete Pasco School District's online background check.
  

Quick Links

Mentor Application

2008 Mentor
Workshop Schedule

Mentor Monthly
Communication Form

Annual Mentor
Update Form

Request for Info

Resources
& Links

Take Stock In Children

The Mentoring Group

America's Promise

Creative Mentoring

Our Take Stock In Children program has a library of books for students and mentors. We are open to suggestions for additions to this library. If you are interested in checking out one of these books, simply contact our staff.