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Make Learning Feel Like A Game!

Activities that Make Learning Feel Like a Game 

During the mentoring hour, there are many ways that you and your student can spend your time together. While students often choose the activities, you can come prepared with fun ideas that your student might be interested in.   It’s important to recognize that the mentoring hour is not a tutoring hour. This slice of time is for relationship building, conversation, and enjoying each other’s company! […]

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Mentoring Lessons from Dr. Karen Pearson

Choose Openness:  Lessons from Mentoring

By Karen Pearson, Ph.D., former president of Kids Hope USA   Serving as a mentor through Kids Hope USA has been one of the most meaningful commitments of my life. Being president of Kids Hope USA for nearly 7 years was an honor and a challenge certainly, but it’s extra special that I made time to serve as a mentor though a local church just like thousands of other volunteers across the country!    Mentoring through a Kids Hope program is a decision to faithfully show up at the school to meet with one

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New Habits for Mentoring this Year

New Mentoring Habits for a New Year 

A new year is the best time to reset and refresh your habits. When it comes to mentoring, it’s important to consider resetting as well. There is no better time to think of some new habits to incorporate or old habits that need to change!  Let’s dive into these tangible ideas to reset your mentoring hour.   Make Sure that Your Student Has a “Choice Moment”  Students are

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Mentoring a New Student This Year

Are You Mentoring a New Student this Year? Here’s How to Start Strong. 

Starting something new can feel exciting – and a little daunting. Whether you are mentoring for the first time or meeting with a new student this year, a little preparation can go a long way. Here are four simple ways to set yourself up for a great year together.   Start Simple  Every child needs someone

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Connection in a Digital World

Connection in a Digital World – Why it Matters

In our fast-paced, tech-savvy culture, the value of genuine human connection has never been more vital. Technology offers education, life-saving solutions, and opportunities for long-distance connection – but it can’t replace the power of face-to-face connection. Especially for children and young people. Meaningful, in-person relationships can have a lifelong impact.    Let’s unpack the reasons for

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Make a Difference in Your Community by Mentoring at a Local Elementary School 

Living in a community without giving back is like enjoying a garden without watering it – eventually the growth stops, and the beauty fades. Across the country, there are countless ways to make a difference, from financial contributions to the invaluable gift of your time and talents.    One tangible way to impact your community is

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