Masters Business Alumni Association outreach program “Adopt a school”

Mission Statement: “We strive to enrich the lives of students by fostering academic success, promoting higher learning and encouraging graduation, employment and other life opportunities as an ultimate goal. It is our mission to provide support in the form of mentoring activities that encourage academic excellence, life skills development, self-esteem and personal growth.

School: Burgard High school Students in the Credit Recovery Program, approximately 12 students are active.

The goal for these students is graduation and beyond - employment...a good life.
The focus is to make these students aware of after High School experiences, opportunities, goal setting and long term outcomes.

Expectations of a Mentor (time commitment 2 to 3 hours a week during school hours)
  • Desire/Genuine Interest
  • Time/Commitment
  • Experience/Wisdom
  • Communication Skills
  • Willingness to Share
  • Resources
Mentoring Behaviors

  • Coaching
  • Teaching
  • Advising
  • Guiding
  • Counseling
  • Role Modeling
  • Advocating
Mentoring Objectives

  • Share experiences
  • Expand students ideas, awareness and perspectives
  • Assist with setting educational/life goals
  • Promote educational planning opportunities
  • Develop educational and knowledge skills
  • Provide context for academic training
  • Schedule events/tours/lectures
  • Offer support
  • Provide feedback
Interested in mentoring, please contact Laura McEwen at 888-2140 or mcewenl@canisus.edu