HOW IT WORKS

SCHOOL-BASED MENTORING

→ Trained high school students mentor younger students in a structured school setting using evidence-based practices. 

→Provides a trusted role model to help navigate academic and social challenges. 

→ Together, they meet weekly for the entire academic school year. Each week is designed to build leadership, social emotional skills, mental well-being, healthy relationships, and explore academic aspirations. 

BUILDING LEADERSHIP & LIFE SKILLS

→ High School Bigs gain leadership experience and develop skills in communication, teamwork, and responsibility. 

→ Participants in the school-based program gain confidence in their academic potential, strengthen peer connections, and develop emotional resilience, all while reducing engagement in high-risk behaviors. 

INTERACTIVE, ENGAGING ACTIVITES 

→ Sessions focus on goal-setting, character development, career exploration, and fun team-building activities. 
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→ Encourage positive decision-making and social-emaotional learning.

ACADEMIC & PERSONAL GROWTH 

→ Mentored students show higher school engagement, better attendance, and improved relationships.
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→ High school mentors gain volunteer experience, college &  career readiness skills, and service hours.

SAFE & SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT

→ Takes place during school, ensuring easy access for students. 
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→ Led by trained program staff, mentors, and school partners. 

2024-2025 SCHOOL PARTNERS

• NICE Community Schools 
• Ishpeming Middle/High School 
• Superior Central School District 
• Munising Middle/High School  
• Rapid River Public Schools 
• Kingsford Public Schools ​
• Iron Mountain Public Schools 
• Norway-Vulcan Area Schools ​

READY TO JOIN US? 

Become a High School MENTOR

Enroll a Student (LITTLE)

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