What Is The In School Mentoring Program?
A small commitment that makes a big difference. Become a mentor to a child in a school environment. You’ll help build a child’s self-esteem and school performance while having a lot of fun. It only takes one hour per week during the school year.
In School Mentoring is our fastest growing program. It involves spending one hour a week with one child, doing non-academic activities in the child’s school. It’s about being someone a child can talk to and learn from – sharing interests with them, encouraging them, building on their strengths, all of which can lead to improved self-esteem and a more positive outlook on their life. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina & Area is in need of both male and female mentors for the ISM program.
One Child. One Hour Per Week. One Great Reason To Go Back To School.
Children who spend time with a mentor gain confidence, acquire new skills and competencies and develop an enhanced capacity to care for others. Mentors experience a sense of discovery and enjoyment as they see the world of possibility open up through a child’s eye.
Who Participates in the Program?
Children in grades one to eight
Caring and responsible volunteers age eighteen and older
Community schools who support the ISM program
Companies supporting the ISM program
What Does a Mentor Do?
Besides playing games or painting during the workday, you’ll be a role model for one student. It’s a one hour commitment per week to visit with a child at their school during the school day. Through friendship, guidance, and sharing, you’ll help build a child’s self-esteem.
A Mentor Is…
• A great listener
• Caring and compassionate towards others
• Believing in the capabilities of others.
• Patient and kind
• Sensitive to the needs and circumstances of others
• Committed to relationships
• Open to different points of view
• Responsible and reliable
In School Mentoring Makes a BIG Difference for Students and Volunteer Mentors:
•90% of mentors saw a positive change in the child they were mentoring
•88% of students showed improved literacy skills
•64% had developed higher levels of self-esteem
Mentors
•85% of ISM volunteers feel they have a positive influence on the community
•89% felt better about themselves
•66% of volunteers who participate through a corporate partnership are prouder of the company they work for
Want to become a Little? Apply today!
Want to become a Mentor? Apply below: