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Pen Pals

est. 2020

Sponsors

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WHO

Mentors - Adult volunteers who are 18+ years old, have completed Companions for Children's Screening Process, live in Minot, ND or a 15-mile radius, have a supervisor who is supportive of participation, and can volunteer for a minimum of one school year (Aug - May).

​Mentees - Students in a participating elementary school classroom in Minot, ND.

WHAT

A Pen Pal relationship empowers the student to unlock their full personal and academic potential.
Developing academic skills, self-confidence, and self-concept.

WHEN

At home, work, wherever! Mentors are provided a one week timeline to read their students letter and write a corresponding letter, making this a very flexible volunteer opportunity.

WHERE

The Pen Pals program is currently at Sunnyside, Washington, and John Hoeven Elementary. Matches meet in the school and have lunch in a predesignated area one-on-one.

Are you a 4thh or 5th grade elementary teacher who would like to have this program in your classroom?
Get in touch and we will add you to our waitlist for upcoming availability. 

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Interested in being a volunteer Pen Pal Mentor next school year?

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We anticipate to open applications for this program in April 2023 and will be in touch at that time. 
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