GOLDEN Geckos Mentoring Program: Growing Organized Leaders that are Determined Educated and Noble

Tamela Brown • Cahn Fellow 2022

At Whispering Pines Elementary School, raising students’ Reading and Math proficiency is a primary academic objective. Critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and technological growth all depend on these subjects.  This objective encourages economic competitiveness and educational equity. Our goal is to integrate the Golden Geckos Mentoring Program, which focuses on partnering students performing one grade level below expectations with a mentor to work together to set goals, monitor progress, make modifications, and celebrate successes.  

Mentors will inspire and guide students, helping them overcome challenges and develop a deeper interest in Reading and Math. This partnership will provide valuable support and real-world insights that can significantly impact students’ academic journeys. It will not only not only boost students’ confidence, but also expose them to diverse career opportunities, motivating them to excel in Reading and Math and ultimately contributing to the attainment of the established 70% proficiency goal in Reading and Math.