Redmond Elementary School Lunch Buddy Program
Mentoring Students to “I can”!
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What are the benefits to students?
Research
shows that a positive relationship with a non-parent adult can greatly
enhance a child’s self-esteem and long-term success.
Students
in mentoring relationships are less likely to:
§
miss school
§
consume
illegal drugs
§
engage
in school violence, or
§
take
up alcohol.
Mentored
students are more likely to:
§
have
higher GPAs
§
go to
college
§
have
positive relationships with parents and peers, and
§
have
a better attitude toward school, family, and careers.
Mentored
students are more likely to say:
“I
can do well in school” rather than “Why bother?”
“I
can say no to drugs” rather than “everyone else is doing it, so I guess I will too.”
“I
can go to college” rather than “College isn’t for students like me.”
What are the benefits to mentors?
One
hour of a mentor’s time each week pays dividends for lunch buddies for
years to come.
Mentors
have the opportunity to:
- Share
their talent for drawing, Frisbee-throwing, jewelry making, tetherball,
or any other fortes they may have.
- Learn
more about the challenges facing today’s schools and students, and
celebrate their successes.
- Be
responsible for a student saying “I can.”
Get Involved
1.
Become a Mentor:
Sign up today by contacting the Lunch Buddy Coordinator.
2.
Spread the Word:
Let other community members know about this great program. 3. Support the Program: The generosity of caring donors fuels the Lunch Buddy program, ensuring that all students get to “I can”!
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