The Real Opportunities for Achievement and Readiness (ROAR) program is a mentoring program for Mansfield City School students in grades 7 - 12, funded by the Ohio Department of Education Community Connectors Grant.
NECIC staff works to connect students with qualified community members who serve as mentors. Staff also connects area artists, chefs, gardeners, and more to work with students in a team-mentoring environment through mini-modules - weekly classes that allow students to learn new skills and discover their talents.ROAR Goals:
1. Setting Goals to be Prepared for the 21st Century Careers
2. Building Character
3. Developing Pathways to Achievement
4. Building a Sense of Resiliency
5. Believing in a Positive Future
Some of the budding ROAR artists share their experiences below:
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