Champions for Youth

Champions for Youth is a program designed to improve student achievement, promote positive behaviour and increase the number of high school graduates. This innovative program is a partnership among the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, community agencies, the Youth Criminal Justice System and probation officials with the Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Youth Justice Services.

Champions for Youth identifies students at risk of dropping out of school, and matches these students with mentors from the community. The Board initiated this program to engage students who have had difficulties with the law, and help them to succeed academically and socially.

Community members are invited to participate in this program by becoming mentors.