TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Katerri Johnson, City Clerk
THROUGH: Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM
DATE: January 10, 2023
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NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH PROCLAMATION
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Recommended Action:
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Motion to proclaim the month of January as National Mentoring Month.
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Background:
Mentoring is a proven, effective strategy that helps children and young adults by matching them with a caring, responsible adults who can provide guidance and direction, and build their confidence. Mentors build character, encourage success, boost confidence, lift expectations, and inspire young people to do their best, serving as friends, role models, teachers, and sources of stability and support during a critical time in a child’s life. Mentoring strengthens our communities economic and social well-being by helping young people fulfill their potential while helping maintain healthy families and promoting more vibrant communities.
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