January is National Mentor Recognition Month

Throughout January, MAAV joins with organizations across the country in recognizing and honoring the dedicated volunteers who serve as mentors!  Now entering its 7th year of operation, our Melrose CARES Community Mentoring Program has matched over 100 caring adults with middle school youth in need of support.  We’ll be honoring our current and past mentors at a Mentor Appreciation Night on January 25 and attending Mentoring Day at the State House in Boston on January 19.  We salute our mentors, who demonstrate remarkable patience, thoughtfulness, creativity and commitment. You’re the best!

Bullying Prevention Trainings Well-Received

Education & Training Specialist Alice Wadley conducted a training for the staff of the Winthrop Public Schools on January 3, including teachers and staff of children in grades K-12.  Feedback from School Psychologist Dr. King included, “The training was tremendous. Despite the fact that it was the first morning back from vacation, Alice did a great job keeping our staff engaged the entire time.” Contact our training branch, the Center for Education in Violence Prevention for more information on our trainings, or call us at 781-662-2010.

Special Event!

Join us at Lakeshore Learning in Saugus for “Conversations on Bullying” on January 25. More info here!

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