Congratulations, Class of 2011!
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On May 14^th, I watched my son graduate from college.  What an amazing and wonderful experience.  At our celebration dinner later that night, I reminded Ben that though we were indeed so very proud of him, this day wasn't just about him.  It was about all the people in his life that helped him and made it possible for him to cross that stage.  He smiled and nodded.   I am eternally grateful to all the caring adults who helped my son along the way. 

How many children dream of going to college someday, but can't imagine how they could make that happen?  How many children don't even think about going to college, because no one ever suggested that it was possible? 


I feel pretty sure that the 800 children in Chittenden County who have mentors are thinking about their futures in very optimistic ways because they have one more caring adult in their life telling them that they can.  I worry about the children in Chittenden County who don't have mentors.  Who's telling them what could be?  Maybe you'd like to have some fun with a deserving child and be one of those caring adults that help them along the way.  Call Mobius today, and find out how you can help.  Some child, and some parent, will be eternally grateful that you did.

Thanks!

Andrea L. Torello, Executive Director of Mobius        

Support Mentoring on Sunday, August 28th
at the 4th Annual Race to the Top of Vermont  

Run, hike or bike to the top of Mount Mansfield and support the local mentoring movement! Mobius is proud to announce its participation in the 4th Annual Fleischer Jacobs Group Race to the Top of Vermont on Sunday, August 28. Organized by the Catamount Trail Association, the event also benefits Mobius and its affiliated mentoring programs, as well as Vermont Works for Women/Girls Move Mountains.  

Registration is $45 until July 1, and participants are encouraged to ask friends and family to sponsor them and support the mentoring cause.  To register, please visit the event page on the Mobius website.

To learn more about the event, please contact Marissa Wilkens.

If you are interested in becoming a business sponsor, please contact Andrea Torello. 

Mentor Profile 

Name: Sam Smith   

Program:  Spectrum

Town: Shelburne

 
Place of Employment: Shelburne Farms

Age of Mentee: 12

  
Referred by Mobius in: November 2010 

 
Has Been a Mentor Since: March 2011 

Favorite Activities:  "Hiking, fishing, and anything outdoors! My mentee also really enjoys being around animals and loves to get the opportunity to play with my dog. I hope to introduce him to some new activities (and types of food) that I enjoy."

Favorite Thing About Mentoring:  "I enjoy spending time with my mentee, and making sure he has a chance to get out and do something fun each week. I think our outings allow him to spend time outside his usual routine, and hopefully help him to gain perspective.  I also like going fishing, which I hadn't done since I was about 13 years old."   

Mentor Follow-Up Session (May 3) 

 In response to requests from programs and mentors, Mobius launched a series of follow-up sessions for local mentors on May 3. Mentors from across the county gathered at Heritage Aviation in South Burlington to share experiences and ask questions in a relaxed setting. 

"As in any relationship, there are stages of growth, conflict, and changing goals, and being able to share those experiences in a safe environment with caring people with special expertise has cemented our commitment to the mentoring process as a means of making the world a better place."

-Linda Ayer, VSAC GEAR UP mentor

For more information about the Mentor Follow-Up Sessions, please visit the  Mobius blog post.

Featured Mobius Card Sponsors

Throughout the year, Mobius partners with local businesses and organizations to offer discounted prices on activities for mentor pairs in Chittenden County. For more information about our 27 Mobius Card sponsors, please visit the Mobius Card web page.  

Boloco offers mentor pairs a 20 percent discount on their meals. 

The UVM Fleming Museum offers free admission to mentor pairs.

 Palace 9 Cinema offers free tickets to mentees if accompanied by a mentor. 

For more information, please visit the Mobius Card web page. 

Save the Date! 

Join us in June!

Click on the links to RSVP! 

Wednesday, June 8

(5:30-8:00 pm)

New Mentor Training  

Saturdays: June 4, 11, and 18

(10:00-11:30 am & 12:00-1:30 pm)

Shelburne Art Center Drop-In Classes

  
Email Marissa today for more information, or visit our Calendar of Events.