Our mentors:

	Teach students problem solving techniques;
	Teach students how to develop short-term and long-term goals; and
	Are good friends who share life experiences and assist students with navigating through various life challenges.

For the first three months, we ask our mentors to:

	Commit to participating twice a month in an outing of five or more hours;
	To have weekly contact by telephone, e-mail, or letter.

After three months the commitment is one activity per month (for a total duration of six hours), along with weekly phone calls and/or letters.

Typical events include:

	Movies or plays;
	Concerts, museums, sports events;
	Lunches or dinners;
	Activities at the mentor's home; and
	Activities sponsored by the Los Angeles County Schools Dollar for Scholars Program.