Program Details
ASPIRE at Myrtle Point High School
Contact Information
Coordinator: Patti Torres
Voice: (541) 572-2811
Email: ptorres@mpsd.k12.or.us
Program Description
ASPIRE Advisor Volunteers help high school students to envision a future of possibilities. They provide one-on-one mentoring that includes academic preparation, scholarship search, career exploration, college choice and financial aid. College is defined as any 2-year or 4-year college, or vocational technical school. ASPIRE is not just for high-achieving or at-risk students but serves the whole student body. By being inclusive, we are more likely to reach the student who believes a postsecondary education is unobtainable. ASPIRE Advisors are matched with 1 to 10 students. Currently there are more than 250 volunteers at 51 schools statewide. The ASPIRE program provides training and resource materials.
Population Served
Students who request an ASPIRE advisor.
Goals and Objectives
-Dramatically increase the number of students receiving college scholarships and financial aid. -Mentor and advise students in their post high school planning. -Provide technical assistance for volunteer recruitment, screening, and supervision. -Encourage citizen and community involvement in public schools.
Ages Served
14 to 18
Types of Mentoring
- Group
Type of Mentoring Program
- School-based
Mentor Profile
Qualifications for ASPIRE Advisors: positive self-esteem, desire/ability to work and talk with students, sensitivity to problems faced by teenagers, dependability, strong sense of commitment, ability to maintain patient, non-judgmental attitude, ability to pass required criminal background check.
Hours Needed
- Mornings: 8 am to Noon
- Afternoon: Noon to 3 pm
Locations Served
- Myrtle Point
