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13 people are interested
Mentor a Detroit Student!
ORGANIZATION: Minds Matter of Detroit
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13 people are interested
Mentors draw upon their own college experience to guide students through choosing the right college and help with navigating the application process. Mentors act as role models for the students, providing them with individual support and encouragement.
Mentos whelp with:
- Exploring career paths
- Map out three-year plans
- Evaluate summer prep programs
- Narrow down on potential schools
- Work on soft skills
This takes place every other Saturday from 1:00 - 2:30. Each session has a specific topic to cover with the students to keep everyone engaged.
Minds Matter Detroit is a college prep program that helps low-income students get into their best fit college through SAT prep, mentoring, and summer enrichment programs.
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About Minds Matter of Detroit
Location:
19320 Van Dyke St, Detroit, MI 48234, US
Mission Statement
Minds Matter transforms the lives of accomplished high school students from low-income families by broadening their dreams and preparing them for college success.
Description
Minds Matter brings bright and motivated high school students together with dedicated mentors to help them achieve academic excellence, expand educational horizons and ultimately gain acceptance to college. This is accomplished in a 3-year program that includes 32 Saturday sessions (half academic and half mentoring) per year and 2 Summer program.
There are three program components that differentiate Minds Matter from other organizations: academic instruction, individualized mentoring support, and summer enrichment programs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
19320 Van Dyke AvenueDetroit, MI 48234
DATE POSTED
October 8, 2024
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 1:30 hours every other Saturday from 1:00 - 2:30 Starting October 12th - April 2023
- We ask for at least a 1-year commitment, with the possibility of 3 years. You will work with the same students the entire time you are a mentor.