This will cover all the basics – from program policies to mentoring best practices. Join us to learn how kind adults can help children who seek guidance.

A Trauma Lens: Helping mentors understand and implement a trauma-informed approach with mentees and families. 1 in 4 children has experienced a traumatic event that affects their behavior, emotions, and ability to learn. For you as a mentor, this translates to...

Grand Area Mentoring will offer a new mentor orientation on January 26th, 4:30-6:00pm, at HMK Elementary School. Folks interested in learning more about supporting promising kids while having fun should call 435-260-9646 to register.

November 17th, 4:30-5:30, HMK Room 141 This 12 Trust Bridges training will help participants gain insight in how to build trust with children. This is also valuable information in considering how to foster trust with family members and yourself....

October 8th, 4:30-5:30, HMK Room 141.  This training will help volunteers understand the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries in relationships with children at school. Paula Dirkes, a longtime mentor, engaging speaker, and author from Michigan, will present a fun and...

Grand Area Mentoring will offer a new mentor orientation on September 29th, 5-6:30pm, at HMK Elementary School. Folks interested in learning more about supporting promising kids while having fun should call 435-260-9646 to register. This will cover all the...

Mental health awareness training for mentors with Holly Long of Four Corners. The presentation will cover different types of mental health issues as well as “red flags” and symptoms to alert possibility of a concern. It will be a brief...

February 23, 1-2pm, HMK Elementary, Room 141 Presented by Seekhaven, this training will focus on child traumatic stress in the school setting, with an emphasis on the effects of domestic violence and sexual abuse. Major learning objectives will be in...