 School-Based
Mentoring - Application
The School-Based Mentoring concept is simple. It is to provide children with
a supportive adult relationship, which can help them to succeed. Academics
and learning are part of the relationship, but the primary focus is the one-to-one
friendship, support and positive role modeling. The program is designed to
serve students identified by school personnel as needing extra guidance and
support. Mentors meet with a
student at Eastern Elementary, Pangborn Elementary, Bester Elementary, Fountaindale Elementary, Salem Avenue Elementary, E. Russell Hicks
Middle or Northern Middle School once a week for an hour during the school day.
School-Based Mentoring Facts
What are the qualifications to be a mentor?
A mentor must be
at least 18 years of age. There is no maximum age. A criminal
background check will be completed on mentors.
Any mentor who has been convicted of a crime will be considered
on a discretionary basis by the agency’s professional staff.
How do I become a mentor?
Express your interest by contacting
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County, MD and request
an application. The screening
process involves completing a written application and an in-person
interview. Upon acceptance into the program, you’ll be
matched to a child in a school setting.
Who are the children we serve?
They are elementary and middle school students (K-8) who have been
identified by a teacher as needing academic support or help with
socialization. All children must have written consent from their
parent/guardian to participate in the program.
How much time does it take?
Mentors meet with the child one hour
every week at a time convenient to the mentor and acceptable
to the classroom teacher. All contact
with the child takes place on school grounds, unless it is a
group activity sponsored by the Big Brothers Big Sisters agency.
What will I do with my Little?
As a mentor, you may help the
student with their school work (ex. math facts, reading). You
may have lunch with the student
and just take time to talk with the child. You could play board
games, go to the computer lab or make use of other “school
space”.
What kind of support will I receive?
A professional
staff person will talk to you on a monthly basis to see how your
relationship is developing. The classroom teacher
can assist with any specific concerns. As a mentor, you will
be covered by the agency’s insurance and have an opportunity
to participate in group activities.
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