Thank you for your interest in becoming a mentor for Delaware students. The next round of mentor training begins September 2025. Applications are still being accepted, and background check requirements will be shared with applicants. For questions, please contact mentoring@doe.k12.de.us.

Make a difference. Become a mentor.

Mentors and role models can make a life-changing impact for youth in our state. There are many Delaware organizations that support mentoring to help foster positive relationships for Delaware students.

Governor Carney signed a proclamation to declare January as Mentoring Month and included a proposal for a Statewide Mentoring Coordinator in his Fiscal Year 2024 budget.

Why Mentoring is Important:

  • Students are facing significant challenges after the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Young adults with mentors are 55% less likely than their peers to skip school.
  • Having a supportive adult increases educational and social outcomes for young people

Steps to Mentor:

Step 1: Apply

Volunteer mentors will visit the State of Delaware Mentoring website to complete their application.

Step 2: Screen

Once approved, mentors must complete a background check with the Delaware State Police. Vouchers are available to help offset costs.

Step 3: Train

A member of our team will contact you regarding training. We are partnering with Connecting Generations to provide qualified candidates with a two-hour, virtual training.

Step 4: Coordinate

Qualified mentors will be connected with the district/charter to coordinate mentoring for students in need.

Step 5: Mentor!

The application process is complete, and the applicant begins mentoring a student. Thank you for signing up to mentor students in the State of Delaware. Our students and community thank you for your efforts!

Interested in Partnering with a School District?

Are you an employer or private company looking to make a difference? Sign up below to partner with a school district and provide mentors to students in your community.