A dose of perspective :( August 19, 2009
Posted by starswatcher in STARS.Tags: change, diversity, education, Job Corps, Laurel MD, Literacy, mentor, STARS, students, tutor
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I was reading an article about the incoming class of 2013 entering into colleges this fall. Each year for the last 11 years a small college (Beloit College) releases the Beloit College Mindset List. It is a list of things that the incoming freshmen have lived with since they were born. (more…)
New Look for the Blog March 17, 2009
Posted by starswatcher in STARS.Tags: blog, change, contributors
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This blog has been a learning adventure for me as a blogger, and as a volunteer – reading your stories and experiences. As a blogger I have been reading about blogs and tips and techniques. (more…)
A Passion for Change February 11, 2009
Posted by basenjimomma in Service, STARS.Tags: change, Mentors, STARS, volunteer
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This is from the Stories page:
I can say that being a STARS mentor has changed me. Over the past 2 years my eyes have been opened to the desperate call for help by our youth. Yes, some of these individuals have been through more than I can even imagine or may have made terrible choices. The individuals who have asked to be a part of STARS are there because they have a sincere desire to improve in ways such as academics and personal relationships with their peers, family members, etc. so that they may move on to the next phase of their lives with the confidence they need in order to be the person they want to be and can be!
My current student is very different from most others I have met at Woodland. She is a refugee from a foreign country who was too old to be place in High School. Instead, she came to Job Corps. I can say that I have never seen a 19 yr old with more drive and ambition that this gal. She will be a woman who makes a difference and will bless whomever she comes into contact with! She certainly has blessed me.
YES, STARS volunteers are a team and ARE passionate about what we do and who we help. I’m thrilled to be a part of this program!!!!
