Workgroup Leaders:

Ken Sagan, Community Leader
Carolyn Witt Jones, Facilitator
Lisa Deffendall, Project Coordinator
Carolyn Martin, Staff Leader

Why Consider Community Partnerships and Mentoring?

• Healthy and consistent relationships between schools and community partners can contribute to greater student achievement, better understanding between educators and the public and increased support for schools and students.
• The identification of a strong, consistent and diverse network of community partners is critical to the success of all our kids.
• Committed and consistent mentoring is one way to provide students with more individualized attention, encouragement and support.
• Every child should have at least one positive adult role model who demonstrates on-going care and concern, advocates on their behalf and ensures that they are not left to face challenges or celebrate successes alone.