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Raffles Mentoring Programme
The Raffles Mentoring Programme was initiated by a group of Raffles Junior College students led by Michelle Ong as part of their Community Involvement Programme at the end of 2005.
The RJC students submitted the following proposal:
“Adolescence brings with it many challenges and experiences unique to each individual. Many are searching for their own unique identity, trying to wean themselves from the dependence on adults, while negating the impacts of peer influence. During this turbulent period, many are in need of advice and understanding that is important in their ultimate development as an individual.
Having gone through similar personal struggles, we recognize the need by teenagers for a positive influence in their life, and are placed in a good position to provide such guidance through peer mentorship. Hence, through a variety of activities including academic aid, we would like to help these teenagers through a crucial period of their lives, such that they may eventually emerge as stronger and well adjusted individuals.”
Aims of Programme
- To cater to the character development and individual growth of each student in the programme through the sharing of personal experiences and interaction.
- To provide assistance to academically weaker students in their studies and increase their self confidence.
- To afford insights and learning experiences for volunteers through interaction with other teenagers
Structure of Programme
Term Bonding Activities
Fun outdoor bonding activities are conducted at the start/end of every term. Sports clinics (e.g. softball) are conducted to build team spirit.
Academic tuition
- Academic tuition programme to be conducted from 3 – 5.30pm daily in BPS.
- Pupils and mentors will be assigned one session weekly.
- For optimum result, ratio will be capped at 1 mentor : 2 pupil max.
Mass Revision Lectures
Mass lectures will be conducted to help pupils prepare for semestral examination. Other Sec 2E pupils who are not on the programme are welcome to attend.