Close the opportunity gap for middle school students - be a mentor!
In a city where 59% finish high school and only 9% get a college degree, 93% of Higher Achievement graduates finish high school, and 76% graduate from college. These results are astounding – and desperately needed. Higher Achievement is creating lasting change in the lives of youth – you can be a part of that change in the DC Metro area!
By leveraging the power of communities, Higher Achievement’s proven model provides a rigorous summer and after school learning environment, caring role models, and a culture of high expectations, resulting in college-bound scholars with the character, confidence, and skills to succeed. Scholars commit to four years of the program.
We are in need of Mentors and Study Hall Aides at our nine achievement centers in DC and Alexandria. The commitment is one evening per week, Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday. Study Hall Aides volunteer from 3:30 - 6:15 pm, Mentors volunteer from 6 - 8:15 pm. Training, curriculum, and on-site support is provided.
For more information about the commitment and center locations, or to fill out an application, please visit www.higherachievement.org/volunteer
Learn more about Higher Achievement by watching this short video at http://vimeo.com/90898966
If you have further questions, please email or call
Matt Thornton, M. Ed.
Director of Partner & Volunteer Engagement
Higher Achievement, DC Metro
Gannon Center for Higher Achievement
317 8th Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
202.375.7733
mthornton@higherachievement.org
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