College Positive Volunteer Toolkit

Posted by on April 22, 2013

College Positive Volunteer Toolkit

What is College Positive Volunteerism?

Across the country, many college students volunteer through their post-secondary institutions to work with K-12 youth as mentors, tutors, event-specific participants, etc. College Positive Volunteers (CPVs) are those college students and their administrators who are aware of how they impact the college enthusiasm and readiness of the K-12 youth they interact with as they volunteer in local communities.

This manual has been created as a tool to assist in your preparation for working with youth as a College Positive Volunteer. It is intended to be as encompassing as possible but is not inclusive of all possibilities and tools that exist for working with K-12 students. As a CPV, the main focus is stimulating student awareness of the opportunities college affords, sharing strategies for college preparedness, and encouraging students to pursue a college education. Every time you engage a student as a CPV, it is crucial to remain flexible. You will likely need to utilize various strategies as you build a relationship with a student. The tools and strategies outlined in this manual provide a guide to support a positive experience as a CPV. However, you will always need to assess the appropriateness of the activities and conversations planned for use at your sites. Once you get to know your student(s), you will be able to tailor activities to meet their needs. As a CPV, you have a unique opportunity to be an advocate for students and an advocate for education; linking the two for a powerful experience. Last but not least, be ready to learn! The students you encounter will yield incredible, engaging stories filled with ideas and experiences. Listen, learn and enjoy a wonderful experience as a CPV!

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