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Mentoring Programming
Mentoring programs provide a variety of benefits for students that include higher self-esteem, confidence, and growing stronger peer and family relationships. William & Mary mentoring volunteers strive to form meaningful connections with their mentees to help ignite possibility and empower young people. Building relationships through fun and engaging bonding activities helps to create a path for young students and their dreams. Sessions are at least once a week during or after school for one hour.
Mentor Volunteer Requirements
Weekly AttendanceAs a mentor, you will be building a relationship with your paired mentee at least one hour each week through bonding activities, facilitating open communication, and providing a safe space to learn and grow together. Consistent, on-time weekly attendance is critical to our relationships with schools, students, and families. In the case of illness/family emergency, you must inform their team leaders in advance. You will be able to gain a deeper understanding of young people and create new, positive relationships with a student to help them grow. In addition, you are also expected to follow an evidence-based activity plan that benefits and accommodates your mentee. |
Training & Issue EducationIn addition to onboarding trainings for new members, you will have to attend one additional training for Mentoring per semester. You must also attend one issue education per semester. |
Reflection SessionsDuring the semester there will be 3-4 reflection sessions (one hour) with your group. Either the Mentoring Coordinator or the Team Leads will run these meetings. |