Building Connections, Inspiring Growth: Join the SISD BRIDGE Mentoring Program

CommunityHuman InterestEducationPress Release

Splendora ISD invites community members to make a lasting difference in the lives of local students through the BRIDGE Mentoring Program — a new initiative that connects caring adults with students in meaningful, structured mentoring relationships.

The BRIDGE Mentoring Program focuses on building strong bridges between school and community by promoting:
? Academic growth
?? Social-emotional development
?? Leadership skills
?? Career readiness

“Every student deserves someone who believes in them,” said Katie Key, Education Foundation Coordinator. “Through BRIDGE, we’re allowing our community to be that person — to listen, to guide, and to help our students reach their full potential.”

?? Program Goals

  • Student Development: Provide students with positive role models who support academic success, behavior, and goal-setting.

  • Community Engagement: Strengthen partnerships between schools and the community.

  • College & Career Readiness: Expose students to diverse career paths and essential life skills.

  • Leadership & Character: Encourage responsible decision-making, communication, and resilience.
     

?? Program Details

  • Commitment: 30 minutes twice a month (1st & 3rd Tuesday) during student lunch or recess

  • Orientation: All mentors attend a training session covering child safety, district policies, confidentiality, and cultural competency

  • Workshops: Ongoing opportunities for mentors to grow in youth development and mentoring strategies
     

?? Mentoring Focus Areas

  • Academic Support: Tutoring, study skills, homework help

  • Life Skills: Time management, financial literacy, communication, conflict resolution

  • Social-Emotional Learning: Building confidence, empathy, and problem-solving

  • Enrichment: Service projects, book studies, STEM activities, and the arts
     

?? Upcoming Dates

  • Information Night: Thursday, November 13 • 5:00–6:00 p.m.
    ?? Professional Learning Room, Coleman 6th Grade Campus
    Devices will be available to complete your BRIDGE application and background check!
     

  • Mentor Training Night: Thursday, November 20 • 5:00–6:00 p.m.
    ?? Professional Learning Room, Coleman 6th Grade Campus
     

  • Program Start Date: Tuesday, December 2
     

 

 

?? Ready to make an impact?


Complete your background check now so you’re ready to begin mentoring this December! Use this link: https://www.splendoraisd.org/families/volunteer-program 

Together, we can build bridges that inspire confidence, compassion, and a brighter future for every Splendora ISD student.

For more information, reach out to the program lead, Tamara Abke, Coordinator of Counseling and Wellness, tabke@splendoraisd.org.

Building Connections, Inspiring Growth: Join the SISD BRIDGE Mentoring Program