Mentor Resources
At A Glance:
A short, free online course to help you become an excellent mentor. The "toolkit" they offer is also an incredible resource.
Extensive listing of articles concerning mentoring. Covers everything from statistics on youth to effective mentoring guides. Also check out the whole site for more mentor inspiration!
Incredible site explaining mentoring. Check out the links list for extensive mentoring guidance.
Though some information here is program-specific, it offers great quick advice regarding your role as a mentor. Offers hints on active listening, and mentoring Dos and Don'ts
Although this site is based out of Chicago and has a lot of local information, it also has great lists of links and supplies some general information regarding mentoring and tutoring.
Great bits of information on listening, answering questions productively, having appropriate boundaries and expectations, and building trust with your mentee.
An extensive youth-leadership site with information on mentoring, inspiration, and community involvment.
National Youth Development Information Center
Great site explaining the need for youth development and additional resources.
Recent research links showing the REAL state of children in California, the issues they face, and what's going on with different age and ethnic populations.
Homelessness? Teen pregnancy? Drug rehabilitation programs? This site has an almost overwhelming amount of information dealing with issues all across the board.
Links to all kinds of helpful sites with resources available for understanding educational assessment and testing in California, including the CHSPE exam.
CA. Assessment & Accountability
The official state website listing assessment tools and standards of accountability within the education system.
Register to take practice tests for the GED, as well as a variety of other tests. Great resources, articles on study skills, success, etc... (you also receive complementary email service!) When you register, be careful not to check off too many "yes!" options; you might find yourself flooded with spam...
California Department of Education: GED
Extensive and very useful information about the availability, schedules, structure, and content of GED tests, as well as many other standardized school tests. Find out CA requirements concerning who is eligible and who is recommended to take the GED test. Contains CA reading lists based on age and grade, so you can see what level of literature your age group should be reading. Also available in Spanish.
Center for Adult Learning & Educational Credentials: An incredible resource, full of helpful information regarding the GED, as well as other opportunities including the Military and adult education.
PBS offers a televised set of 39 half-hour sessions preparing you for the GED.
California Department of Education: CAHSEE
Detailed descriptions of the program, why it was implemented, and what the expectations are from the state when students take the exam.
California Department of Education: CHSPE
Gives a detailed description of who may take the CHSPE,how to apply for the test, and what you can and cannot do once you obtain your certificate. Also has a list of FAQ's, and the site is linked to other standard tests offered in California.
Find out all about what ROP is, which classes are available, how to get enrolled and what the cost and committment is. Offers courses in business, health care, service jobs, and technical & trade industries.
Lists all ROP offices and websites posted in California.
Offers great advice and information regarding youth foster care situations. Explains rights, opportunities, and how to work with the system.
San Francisco's local chapter giving kids in foster care help and information. Useful information about all aspects of the foster care system.
California Adolescent Health Collaborative
Find out all about teen health awareness issues, educating teens on their choices, and getting teens involved in making their own decisions regarding thier medical care.
NICHCY: California Resources Page
Lists resources for National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities; mental, physical, emotional. Gives info on state offices, and from there local offices can be accessed.