Take Stock in Children Monroe is excited to announce a huge milestone. More than 160 scholarship applications from 13 middle and high schools throughout the Florida Keys were submitted for review, resulting in the acceptance of 86 deserving students into the program.
“Following a 30% increase in the TSIC Monroe income eligibility thresholds, we have received a record number of scholarship applications from deserving students across Monroe County,” said Chuck Licis-Masson, executive director of the Monroe County Education Foundation.
Now more than ever, Take Stock Monroe needs mentors. “We cannot bring in a new student until a volunteer mentor is trained and ready to be matched,” Licis-Masson emphasized.
Take Stock in Children Monroe is urgently calling upon the community to step up and become volunteer mentors for these deserving students. Each student accepted into the program is matched with a caring and dedicated mentor who provides guidance, support and inspiration throughout their educational journey.
The need for volunteer mentors is critical.
“We don’t want to leave a deserving student waiting for a mentor,” Licis-Masson said. “By volunteering as a mentor, you have the opportunity to transform the life of a deserving student and positively influence the future of our local as well as greater community.”
Take Stock in Children Monroe welcomes individuals from all walks of life to join their mentorship program. No prior experience is required as comprehensive training is provided to all volunteers. Mentors are matched with students based on shared interests, personalities and goals.
For further information about becoming a mentor or to complete the mentor application, visit www.monroecountyedfound.com or contact Chuck Licis-Masson, executive director of Take Stock in Children Monroe, at Chuck.Licis@MonroeCountyEdFound.com or call 305-293-1546.
