December 31, 2013
“All students need mentors and positive role models to advocate for them and support their success. I strongly encourage this endeavor that will help build the solid literacy skills that are essential to the foundation of a promising future for all students.” - Barbara Byrd-Bennett ,CEO,
Chicago Public Schools
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cps Launches New Mentoring Program for Kindergarten and 8th Graders
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has launched Mentoring the Next Generation, a new district-wide school volunteer initiative for CPS staff to provide students in kindergarten and 8th grade with extra instruction and preparation for their next steps in education.