A project of Be A Mentor, Inc

  Many EOSA youth live among crime, violence, and drug abuse. They need positive adult role models to help them rise above the dysfunction and become productive, contributing citizens.

What about these kids? The Castlemont youth who want mentors have already taken steps to improve their lives and the lives of their siblings. Often they play a parental role for younger siblings. They are trying to focus on school and are attempting to serve their community. What can you do? As a mentor you can play a significant role in the life of a EOSA youth by: Encouraging them to continue focusing on school Showing them by example that there are positive, worthwhile goals to achieve Encouraging them to dream and to know that dreams can be fulfilled Helping them to make good choices and to understand that their lives are the consequences of those choices Expanding their experiences beyond their own neighborhood Being a supportive friend

How does it work? Mentors are matched one-to-one with a student. Mentors and mentees meet after school and/or on weekends and spend 4 to 6 hours per month. Mentors provide support, friendship and the motivation for the student to get ahead in school and overcome personal and social barriers to success. Together they explore higher education and career opportunities, see the real world applications for what is learned in school, and have fun together doing social activities. A mentor shares his/her life experiences and wisdom with the student helping the student make positive choices. The mentor is always there to encourage the student and to listen For the safety of our children, all volunteer mentors must complete an on-line application and undergo a background investigation. For informatin regarding EOSA's 100 Black Boy Intitiative, please contact Daniel Miranda at 510-326-3027 or email him at lionman32@hotmail.com. Thank you, Matin Abdel-Qawi Principal East Oakland School of the Arts (EOSA) Castlemont Commuity of Small Schools For technical Support Contact: Dilip Chapagain  Phone:(510) 795-6488 ext 6174 dchapagain@beamentor.org