This program targets all students from 1 st -6 th grades. This program gives 8 th and 10 th grade students the opportunity to have additional practice on their writing skills in preparation for TAAS testing. Trained community volunteers read and comment on these papers for content only. Community leaders and parents are encouraged and invited to speak in classrooms about careers, travel, military experiences, hobbies, etc. Parents and community members are encouraged to participate in a mentoring program that focuses on relationships.
Mentors serve as a role model, and a friend.
They are there to offer support and encouragement. Mentors are given training on communicating with students. This program takes place only during school hours and on school property. The target groups areTurner Middle School, Waxahachie Jr. High and Northside Elementary. This event follows Grandparents Day in September.