Lincoln TeamMates “Exceeding Expectations” in 2016-17

Lincoln TeamMates Mentoring Program (www.lincolnteammates.org) has chosen “Exceeding Expectations” as the theme and focus for 2016-2017 academic year. In the 25 years since TeamMates was founded in Lincoln by Nancy and Dr. Tom Osborne, the growth of the program has exceeded expectations. It has grown from a single chapter that began with 22 middle school students matched with 22 football players to a national program comprising more than 135 chapters across Nebraska and Iowa that serves more than 7,500 children.

However there is still much to do. The Lincoln Chapter plans to continue exceeding expectations by striving to recruit mentors to serve the 725 Lincoln school children who would like a caring adult in their lives. New mentors, along with the 1,200 adults currently matched, will build a bond with their mentee and help students navigate their academic journey to reach high school graduation. Mentors affirm strengths and encourage their mentees to envision a successful future both in school and in their chosen career path. Many of those mentored will exceed expectations by being the first in their family to graduate and pursue a post-secondary education.

Through all the growth, TeamMates has enjoyed great support from community individuals, businesses and organizations. Many lend financial support and encourage individuals to mentor. By helping young people create a vision for their future, TeamMates will continue to help develop future community leaders who will continue Exceeding Expectations.

For more information about Lincoln TeamMates Mentoring Program, please visit www.lincolnteammates.org

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