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What is the McNary ASPIRE Program?
What is the McNary ASPIRE Program?
Why should you Apply to be a part of the McNary ASPIRE Mentor Program?
Why should you Apply to be a part of the McNary ASPIRE Mentor Program?
McNary's ASPIRE Mentor Program mentoring program is available to help students access education and training beyond high school.
The program matches trained and supportive adult volunteer mentors with our high school students to develop a plan to help them meet their future career and education goals.
McNary Students Apply Now!
McNary Students Apply Now!
McNary is a National AVID Demonstration school! However, we are also a National ASPIRE school. These two programs are not competitors to each other. What are differences between AVID and ASPIRE?
McNary is a National AVID Demonstration school! However, we are also a National ASPIRE school. These two programs are not competitors to each other. What are differences between AVID and ASPIRE?
The student drives their career and college process with ASPIRE. There is not a specific class, but there are resources.
Students have access to mentors with ASPIRE. Students have a class teacher with AVID.
Meet your McNary Mentors
Meet your McNary Mentors
Bill Lismay I was born and raised in Tucson, lived in San Diego for 13 years, and have lived in Keizer for the past 25 years. My 2 sons both graduated from McNary, and I have been a freshman basketball coach at McNary for the past 5 years. I like fishing, disc golf and beaches. I recently retired from a career in IT and technology, and I look forward to talking to you about your future, whether it be college, the military, trades, intercollegiate sports, or any other ideas you have.
Trevor Scott Lewis is the Volunteer Coordinator for Valor Mentoring and The Rec. He is a graduate of George Fox University and a proud veteran of the Oregon Army National Guard. Trevor enjoys spending time outdoors, engaging in activities such as walking, biking, and exploring nature. Passionate about mentoring young men, volunteering, and building connections within his community, he is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those around him.
Christiana Kennedy has an undergraduate degree in History and a Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling. She has experience working for various colleges, as well as the state of California as a counselor and facilitator. She is the CTEC College and Career Coach.
Make a Difference!
Make a Difference!
McNary ASPIRE Mentors can make a difference in the lives of students. Encouragement and guidance is what students need. Can YOU be that person in a student's life?
More McNary Mentors are Needed...
More McNary Mentors are Needed...
Meet with students and encourage their interests.
Explore careers, schools, and scholarship opportunities.
Proofread applications and essays.
Keep students focused on a timeline.
Help students navigate college, financial aid, and Oregon Promise applications.
Want to be a McNary Mentor?
Please contact Kim Conolly @ conolly_kimberly@salkeiz.k12.or.us
Mentor Tools
Mentor Tools
Understanding the Financial Aid Process
State of Oregon Webinars for ASPIRE Mentors
First Meeting
First Meeting
1. Mentor & Student complete the Student Tracker (Found in College/Career.)
2. Talk about your plans for after High School.
End of the Academic Year Surveys
End of the Academic Year Surveys
ASPIRE EXIT SURVEY
ASPIRE MENTOR SURVEY
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