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is dedicated to providing sustainable,

one-on-one mentoring relationships for 

the youth of Montgomery County.

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Having a mentor increases the self-esteem of the youth involved. Youth who have a mentor show improvement in academic performance. Having an adult mentor promotes positive emotional development. And most importantly, having a mentor means having fun!

In order to become a mentor for a young child, you must be 21 years of age or older, and be willing and able to commit to a minimum of 4 hours per month for at least one year.

The steps to becoming a mentor include: written application; 3 character references; personal interview; background check; driving record check; and 2-3 hours of mentor training.

In order to become a mentee a child must be 6-14 years of age, reside in Montgomery County, and be willing to commit to 4 hours per month for at least one year. Parental consent is required.

The steps to becoming a mentee include: written application; parent or guardian interview; and a youth interview.

For more information on becoming or enrolling a youth in the Juvenile Mentoring Program please call (765) 362-0694 ext. 102 and talk to

Sara Clapp, Jump Program Manager.

sara@mcysb.org

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