Welcome to CES Mentoring Initative
Our mission is to ensure the youth in the Waco and surrounding community is supported with mentors from Baylor University student body and help grade school youth develop better with their education and life choices.
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Why Mentor? |
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Mentoring allows youth to feel more comfortable in knowing they are not alone in dealing with day-to-day challenges. It gives positive effects in academic, personal, and professional situations. Also it provides a great foundation to personal development.
Benefits of MentoringShared opportunity for learning and growth
Achieve personal growth and learn more about self. Improve mentee's self-esteem Gain better understanding of other cultures Develop a greater appreciation for diversity Feel more productive in school and work Make an IMPACT on a life |
52% less likely to skip a class
55% more likely to enroll in college 81% more likely to particpate in extracurricluar activities 90% are interested in becoming a mentor 130% more likely to hold a leadership position Other ImprovementsReduction in depressive symptoms
Youth trust their parents more and communicate better Introduce young people to resources and organizations Help youth network with professionals and find jobs Improved attitudes toward school Positive social relationships |
Unfortunately, one in three young people will grow up without a mentor. To close this gap, it will take everyone from parents, students and teachers to counselors, coaches and family friends – anyone who has a touch point in a young person’s life."
- Mentoring.org
BAYLOR SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS ON CONNECT
Big Brother Big Sisters
Family Abuse Center
Boys and Girls Club of Waco
Waco Central TX Chapter of The Links
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Communities In Schools - HOT
Head Start/ Early Head Start
Pursue
Waco Community Development
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Delta Sigma Theta, Waco Alumnae Chapter
J.H. Hines Elementary School
Rapoport Academy Public School
Waco-McLennan County Library
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Kendrick Kids Club
Saturday AM Team
Youth Inc.
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Mentoring Training and Resources
Guides and PDF's On Training
Poster Session Resources
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Come Visit Us at The Martin House (Right Beside Collins Dorms)
If you would like to be placed on our newsletter email submit your information below:
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Social MEDIA Campagin
#BUServes
CES Student Leaders Organizations |
Mentoring Initiative Video |
References for site:
Mentoring.org
Mentoring Coalition with Prosper Waco
Contact [email protected] for more information on site design.
Mentoring.org
Mentoring Coalition with Prosper Waco
Contact [email protected] for more information on site design.