At
the helm of in-school mentoring programs is the
Department of Community and Family Engagement’s
division of Mentor Management. Steering the
district, schools and partners towards meeting the
goal of 20,000 students receiving mentors, this
division provides a centralized location for
effective mentor management through assisting staff
and mentor partner agencies to develop, coordinate
and maintain a productive mentor service. The
district, school-based staff and partners such as
the collaborative efforts of Mentor First Coast
mentoring agencies, local governmental and civic
associations, assist in community-wide efforts to
recognize and promote mentoring.
Mission Statement
The mission of the DCPS In-school mentoring
partnership programs is to empower students in our
schools to make positive life choices that enable
them to maximize their personal and academic
potential.
Steps to become a
mentor:
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Attend an orientation session.
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Attend three-hour training class.
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Pass background
screening and submit to fingerprinting for
background check.
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Choose a program from
the dozens offered around the region
Get matched with a student.
