In Gwinnett County Public Schools, we believe in the Power of One… one caring adult can change a child’s life. With the support of community members and GCPS employees, the district’s Community-Based Mentoring Program is building on the Power of One to connect caring adults in the community with students to provide guidance, encouragement, and support to help them become successful young adults, both in and out school.
Studies show that successful mentoring programs help students develop social skills, improve their school achievement and graduation rates, build character, and many other benefits. While our focus is on teaching and learning, we know that many things beyond the curriculum can have an impact on how we teach and our students learn, including building relationships with trusted adults.
The district is seeking both male and female mentors for the 2020-21 year. Currently, GCPS’ mentoring activities are virtual and district staff are supporting mentors and mentees for successful “remote” mentoring for individuals and small groups.
Prospective mentors can learn more about how to become a mentor and find an application online. Training sessions for new mentors will be held online this school year.
Check out this video about Mentoring the Promise from GCPS TV.
Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Community-Based Mentoring Program
One mentoring program with three priorities, serving students through individual and small-group mentoring:
African-American Boys Priority— Young men in grades 4-12 at more than 60 schools
African-American Girls Priority— Female students at 27 middle schools
Hispanic Boys and Girls Priority— Students attending 15 middle schools