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Event Date Info
Mentor Luncheon TBA TBA
     

News:

The GWSY will be holding a luncheon for all current Y Buddy Mentors. This purpose of this luncheon is to serve as a reflection on the year and to have a forum to discuss program enhancments for next year. Check back soon for more details on the luncheon...

 

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

  • To facilitate mentor and tutoring programs at (Springmore Elementary School or Boiling Springs Elementary School) for Gardner-Webb University students.
  • To hold monthly socials and discussions in regards to volunteer activities
  • To coordinate and direct the GWSY Arts Week
  • To offer volunteer opportunities with the Boiling Springs YMCA after school program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Mentoring (Lunch Buddies)

  • Meeting with a little buddy weekly for lunch at (Springmore Elementary School or Boiling Springs Elementary School)
  • Acting as a positive role model for the students and providing an open atmosphere for discussion
  • Being an encouraging and supportive part of your little buddies life

Tutoring (Study Buddies)

  • Meeting with a little buddy weekly for a tutoring session at (Springmore Elementary School or Boiling Springs Elementary School)
  • Acting as a positive role model for the students and providing an open atmosphere for discussion
  • Being an encouraging and supportive part of your little buddies life
  • Teaching academic integrity and emphasizing the importance of education
  • Offering help in various studies at the elementary level

Arts Week

  • Introducing children to the visual and performing arts through hands-on activities

Boiling Springs After School Program

  • Provide individual opportunities for volunteers to present programs to students
  • This is open to the program leader and volunteer’s ideas

Octoberfest

  • Prepare and execute a booth for underprivileged and disabled student

OVERALL:

  • Give children positive role models and meet the needs of schools and organizations in our community
  • Offer volunteers the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child, develop leadership skills, make new friends, re-live the fun of childhood, explore personal growth, and gain experience for resumes.
  • Provide leadership development and volunteer experience for Program Leaders that can be applied in life and career.
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