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An estimated and astounding 18 million young people live in situations that put them at risk of not living up to their potential. Mentoring is a structured and trusting relationship that brings young people together with caring individuals who offer guidance, support and encouragement aimed at developing competence and character.
Although mentors can fill many different roles, all mentors have the same goal: to help young people achieve their potential and discover their strengths. At its most basic level, mentoring guarantees a young person that there is someone who cares and they are not alone in dealing with day-to-day worries. Think back. Did you know how to organize your time, study for a test or make plans for college? Do you remember looking for a part-time job? Many things that seem straightforward now may be a mystery to a young person.
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A Walk for the Angels
The fifth annual Parr-Widener Walk/Run will be held in City Park on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 9:00 AM. Registration is at 8:30 AM at the City Park Fountain at 17th and the Esplanade, near East High School. Read more on our News and Events page.