High School Mentoring
Beginning in August and culminating in May, volunteer mentors meet one hour a week (virtually) with their mentees. The focus is on the college application process.
Volunteer Mentoring
Bachelor’s degree or greater
(degree can be from another country)
1 hour a week commitment (August-May)
Mentor training for the first 20 mins of the hour with remaining 40 minutes spent mentoring your student.
Fingerprinting and a background check
Must be able to be fingerprinted in East San Jose at the District offices
Residing in the state of California
even though we are virtual
Apply March–July for an August start
High School Mentoring Program Deliverables
Major exploration
Financial Aid
College Applications/Essays
Scholarships
First Gen College Programs applications
College Registration
Debt Management
“My mentor saw my potential even when I didn’t. She always believed that I was college material and I leaned on her until I believed in myself.”
Fernando Cabrera
San Jose State University
Theatre
Harriet Stern, Mentor