Become aSDA Mentor
By working as an SDA Mentor, you'll empower our students
Thank you for helping them achieve educational excellence and professional success
We believe
- EVERY student deserves access to opportunities for growth and success.
- Relationships with consistent & caring adults have significant positive impacts on the holistic well-being of students.
- Young adults with a mentor are more likely to become leaders in their communities.
- Mentorship improves a student’s chances of not just being accepted to college, but also graduating.
Mentorship Goals
1.
Foster a one to one student-mentor relationship for every member of the Student DREAMers Alliance.
2.
Expand and strengthen support networks for every member of the Student DREAMers Alliance.
3.
Develop greater self-confidence and self-efficacy for every member of the Student DREAMers Alliance.
The Challenge
Many students do not have adults in their lives with both knowledge of how to navigate college and/or obtaining a professional career and time to devote to 1:1 mentorship. Without guidance of a mentor, these students can fall behind (or miss) crucial steps that are necessary to succeed in college-and beyond.
The Purpose
To create social capital for students through meaningful relationships that expand equitable access to academic & professional opportunities.
The Vision
To create a program that fosters meaningful relationships, promotes mutual learning, and creates a positive ripple effect that impacts mentees, mentors and future SDA students.
Mentorship Requirements
We ask that all of our mentors commit to the following:
- Minimum 1 year with mentee
- Meet/check in with mentee at least once weekly
- Maintain an open line of communication
- Monthly check-ins with the SDA team
- Be consistent and honest
Desired Outcomes
Through successful mentorships, we hope to see the following:
- Increased employment rate in field of choice
- Increased college graduation rates
- Increased confidence & career readiness
- Increased sense of community & connectivity
- Improved workforce equity
1.
Apply Online
Ready to be a part of the change? Click on the link below to fill out our mentorship application!
2.
Get Approved
A Member of our staff will review your application and contact you once approved!
3.
Get Matched
Once approved, you will be matched with a mentee from the SDA program. The mentorship cycle runs from September-August.
4.
Attend Initial Meeting
All mentors are required to attend an initial meet & greet facilitated by the SDA team.
5.
Meet with Mentee
Meet with your mentee in person once a month & check-in with them weekly. Your mentee is expected to initiate two of these check-ins.
6.
Continue Regular Check-Ins
Mentors will receive monthly support check-ins from the SDA team to ensure success.
If you have questions
It takes courage to ask for help and is a channel of strength for many of our current leaders.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] and we will answer as soon as possible.
Guidance for Growth
Mentor Empowerment Series
with Megan Zappitelli
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Clinical Assistant Professor, Prisma Health University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Oct
18,
2023
12:00
- 1:00 PM
Virtual via Zoom
with Jessica Sharp
Owner, Sharp Brain Consulting
Nov
15,
2023
12:00
- 1:00 PM
Virtual via Zoom
with Emily Williams
LPC, LAC, MAC, AADCII, Licensed Professional Counselor
Dec
13,
2023
12:00
- 1:00 PM
Virtual via Zoom
with Tom Roy
Adjunct Professor, George Washington University Graduate School of Business
Jan
17,
2024
12:00
- 1:00 PM
Virtual via Zoom
with Rut Rivera
Director of Community Initiatives & Investments, United Way Greenville
Mar
20,
2024
12:00
- 1:00 PM
Virtual Via Zoom
with P. Sloan Joseph
Instructional Coach & Educational Consultant
Apr
17,
2024
12:00
- 1:00 PM
Virtual via Zoom
