Program Details

ASPIRE at Hood River Valley High School

Contact Information

Web: www.hoodrivervalleyhighschool.com/

Coordinator: Carolyn Bondurant
Voice: (541) 386-4500
Email: cbondurant@hoodriver.k12.or.us

Program Description

ASPiRE advisors help high school students envision a future of possibilities. They provide one-to-one mentoring that includes career exploration, college searches, academic preparation, financial aid and scholarship search. College is defined as any 2-year, 4-year, or vocational/technical school.
ASPiRE is not just for high-achieving or "at-risk" students but serves the whole student body. By being inclusive we are more likely to reach the student who believes a postsecondary education is unobtainable. ASPiRE Advisors are matched with 1- 5 students. Currently there are more than 250 volunteers at the 39 schools. The ASPiRE program provides training and resource materials and a structured enviroment to its volunteer mentors.

Population Served

Hood River High School students who request an ASPiRE advisor.

Goals and Objectives

-Dramatically increase the number of students receiving college scholarships and financial aid.
-Mentor and advise students in their post high school planning.
-Provide technical assistance for volunteer recruitment, screening, and supervision.
-Encourage citizen and community involvement in public schools.

Ages Served

14 to 18

Types of Mentoring

• One-on-One

Type of Mentoring Program

• School-based

Mentor Profile

Qualifications for ASPiRE Advisors: -positive self-esteem, -desire and ability to work and talk with students, -sensitivity to challenges faced by teenagers, -interest in being trained in the college financial aid process, -dependability and a stong sense of commitment, -ability to maintain a patient, non-judgmental attitude.

Hours Needed

• Mornings: 8 am to Noon
• Afternoon: Noon to 3 pm
• After School: 3 pm to 5 pm
• Evenings: 5 pm to 9 pm
• Weekend

Locations Served

• Hood River