Program Details
ASPIRE at Central Linn High School
Contact Information
Coordinator: Cyndi Anderson
Voice: (541) 369-3471
Email: cyndi_anderson@centrallinn.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 post-secondary education is unobtainable. ASPIRE Advisors are matched with 1 to 10 students. Currently there are more than 250 volunteers at 51 schools statewide
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
- One-on-One
- 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, nonjudgmental attitude.
Hours Needed
- Mornings: 8 am to Noon
- Afternoon: Noon to 3 pm
- After School: 3 pm to 5 pm
Locations Served
- Brownsville
- Halsey
