Mentors engage and motivate, inspiring kids to reach new heights or keep them focused on the material. Use the Fan button to match up mentors at your school. Fanschool helps make the most of mentor time so that every student knows they have a safe space to process celebrations and challenges. Mentoring is the heart of who we are, and the Fan button allows another way to place a high level of attention on the needs of each individual student.
Here are some key statistics related to the power of mentoring:
Students with mentors are 52% less likely to skip school and 37% less likely to skip class.
Youth with mentors are 46% less likely to start using illegal drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking.
Youth with mentors report fewer depressive symptoms than their peers.
55% of young adults with mentors who face an opportunity gap are more likely to get a higher education.
Studies have found that mentoring during childhood can strengthen mental health.
The research is clear: Relationships play a powerful role in youth development and success.
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