The Impact of School-Based Mentoring Programs on Student Achievement - Paperback

by Lakeacha M. Jett (Author)

Schools are under pressure to improve student academic performance. Thus by implementing mentoring programs, volunteer mentors can provide much needed support to help alleviate student's behavior and academic problems. The proposed research explored perceptions of stakeholders (teachers, program managers and mentors) on the effective practices of a school-based mentoring program and determined the impact the program had on student academic achievement among elementary school student participants.

Author Biography

Dr. LaKeacha M. Jett is the co-founder of Social Butterflies Youth Services, a non-profit organization that empowers girls through character development, mentoring and enrichment activities. Dr. Jett has written several educational resources, The 28 Days of February, The Free To Be Me Leadership Guide for Girls, Being the Best Me Leadership Guide for Boys and The Impact of Mentoring Programs on Academic Achievement. Dr. Jett has dedicated her life to developing programs and writing curricula, which combat at-risk youth behavior and empower others to achieve excellence in all they do.