Forsyth County Schools Mentoring

Why do we need Mentoring?

• All children need essential building blocks to navigate successfully though life

• The more “assets” children and youth acquire, the more likely they are to live  productive, happy adult lives.

•  Mentoring builds assets and helps to build healthy adults and communities.

Did you know?

Students in a mentoring program are:

•  53% less likely to skip school

• 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs

• 33% less likely to hit someone

• more likely to increase their grades and raise their goals

What is a mentor?

• A mentor is 

•  A role model

• A friend

• A listener

• An encourager

What can you do?

Becoming a mentor involves committing 30 minutes per week during school hours with an elementary, middle or alternative school student for the school year and hopefully beyond.

How do I become a mentor?

Fill out the form below and attend the Mentor Training Class at 6:30pm on Monday, January 25th at Mountain Lake Church.