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MENTOR:
A trusted counselor or guide.
(Merriam-Webster)
A wise, loyal advisor.
(Webster's New World College Dictionary)
An influential senior sponsor or supporter.
A trusted friend, counselor or teacher, usually a more experienced person.
(Wikipedia)
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FLOW Programs Start Next Week!
The majority of our 18 Elementary FLOW Programs will be meeting for the first time next week and we are delighted by the incredible community involvement we are experiencing this year. Individuals from all corners of the county - business people, active duty military personnel, educators, parents, high school students, retired professionals - have stepped up to mentor a child. Applications have been flowing into our office and many of our programs (Dynard E.S., G.W.Carver E.S., Hollywood E.S., Piney Point E.S., Ridge E.S., and Town Creek E.S.) have reached and even surpassed their goals for recruiting mentors.
We thank each and every person who has made this a reality!
However, we still have a number of children who are waiting for a mentor:
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SCHOOL |
Meeting Time |
# of Mentors Needed | |
Benjamin Banneker E.S. |
Mon 4:00 - 5:30 |
2 | |
Chesapeake Public Charter |
Mon 3:00 - 4:30 |
4 | |
Evergreen E.S. |
Tues 3:45 - 5:15 |
8 | |
Green Holly E.S. |
Thur 4:00 - 5:30 |
2 | |
Greenview Knolls E.S. |
Wed 3:00 - 4:30 |
4 | |
Leonardtown E.S. |
Wed 3:30 - 5:00 |
3 | |
Lettie Marshall Dent E.S. |
Mon 3:45 - 5:15 |
1 | |
Lexington Park E.S. |
Mon 4:30 - 6:00 |
1 | |
Mechanicsville E.S. |
Wed 3:45 - 5:15 |
3 | |
Oakville E.S. |
Thur 4:00 - 5:30 |
2 | |
Park Hall E.S. |
Wed 4:00 - 5:30 |
4 | |
White Marsh E.S. |
Wed 4:00 - 5:30 |
1 |
If you or someone you know would be willing to become a trusted friend, advisor, supporter to a child, you will be amazed at the difference that a little time each week can make in a young person's life!
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Spotlight on High Schools and Middle Schools
This year we are excited to be starting FLOW programs at all 3 of our high schools and continuing programming at all 4 of our middle schools.
Great Mills High and the Fairlead Academy
At Great Mills High and the Fairlead Academy, we will be seeking one-on-one mentors to work with identified students in each school. Both schools are happy to work with your schedule to find a day and time that is convenient for you. Already we are hearing from members of the community who want to help a student make it to the graduation line and create a positive future for themself. If you would like to be one of these valued mentors, please contact us.
Chopticon High, Leonardtown High, and the Middle Schools
At Chopticon High, Leonardtown High, Esperanza Middle, Spring Ridge Middle, Leonardtown Middle, and Margaret Brent Middle we will be following a group mentoring model. We have wonderful staff members who will be meeting weekly with their mentees. However, for these programs we will be looking for people to come in as guest speakers to share their life experience, job experience, talents, and more. If you are interested in being a guest in any of these programs, we would love to discuss ideas with you.
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Upcoming Parenting Matters Conference
The Fourth Annual Parenting Matters Conference is presented by The Maryland State Parental Information and Resource Center (MDPIRC) and St. Mary's County Public Schools.
Please bring your family to join us for the day! Other features include:
· FREE Continental Breakfast and Lunch for registered guest
· Interpreters for Spanish Speakers
· Information on Health, Safety, Education, College & Career Readiness & more
· Cultural and fun activities for youth and children
· Meet and Greet community agency representatives, school personnel, advocates
· Child Care Providers can earn CEU units
Register at www.mdpirc.org or click on the following link to open the PIRC Registration form:
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Mentoring in the News
First Lady Michelle Obama Mentors
Watch a video of Michelle Obama talking about her efforts to promote mentoring across the country.
Click here to watch this video.
Mikia and Bill Armstong: discovering the rewards of youth mentoring with Building Futures Now
Read about the experience of a couple in Menlo Park, CA who have been mentoring a young man for three years.
Click here to read this article.
Navy Pilot Takes Mentoring Program to New Heights
Navy Lt. Luke Rice, from Hampton Roads, VA, talks about becoming a mentor to eleven year old Dennis Jones.
Dialogue on New Generation Leadership and Youth Mentoring at AIDS 2010
Read about new youth mentoring efforts by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS to promote worldwide youth leadership in HIV/AIDS prevention.
Click here to read this article.
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 Become a mentor today!
If you would like to learn more about FLOW Mentoring, or are interested in becoming a mentor this year, please visit our website at: www.smcps.org/mentor or contact Sarah Tyson at the address below.
Many thanks to our FLOW community,
Mark Smith, Sarah Tyson, and Maia Jones Your FLOW Mentoring team
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St. Mary's County Public Schools
23160 Moakley St., Leonardtown, MD 20650
Phone: 301-475-5511 x. 145
Fax: 301-475-2469
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