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Mentorship Program
At GEM Academy, we understand how important it is for your teen to not only excel academically but also to find meaning in what they do. GEM's ongoing Mentorship Program for High School Students is rooted in Stanford University’s Purpose Compass Framework, a proven model to help young people connect their passions, strengths, and values to real-world action.
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- We are now accepting applications for high school students ready to make a difference. Seats are limited for the next Purpose Cohort.
🌟 Join a Purpose-Driven Journey
This isn’t just another class. It’s an immersive mentorship experience:
- A 3-month guided journey rooted in Stanford’s Purpose Compass
- Weekly sessions designed to spark self-discovery and real-world action
- Collaborate with mentors, peers, and professionals in your Purpose Squad
- Launch a purpose-driven impact project that strengthens your college portfolio
- Build skills in leadership, teamwork, and project development
GEM Mentoship is more than a program—it’s a launchpad for purpose, leadership, and impact.
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How Students Will Benefit:
🎓 Stronger College Applications
- Colleges look for students who lead, take initiative, and make an impact
- Purpose-driven projects help students stand out in admissions
- Participants receive a Certificate of Completion
- May also earn professional recommendation letters through project collaboration
🎯 Discover Your Unique Purpose & Career Path
- Inspired by Stanford’s d.school Purpose Compass framework
- Helps students clarify their passions and strengths
- Connects personal purpose to academic, extracurricular, and career decisions
🚀 Turn Ideas into Action
- This is not a lecture — it's hands-on and actionable
- Students leave with a clear project plan and mentor support
- Focused on creating real contributions to their community and beyond
🤝 Collaborate & Build Leadership Skills
- Students are matched with “Partners in Purpose” — peers with shared passions
- Work together on meaningful projects with step-by-step mentor guidance
- Build teamwork, leadership, and communication skills in a real-world setting
💡 Real Projects from Past Students:
1. Refugee Awareness Documentary
A team of students created a documentary highlighting local refugee stories to raise awareness and funds and foster community empathy, screening the film at schools and community centers.
2. Peer-Led Anti-Bullying and Mental Health Awareness Campaign
Students concerned about mental health and bullying prevention launched a campaign at their school, organizing peer-led workshops and creating awareness materials that transformed the school culture into a supportive and inclusive environment.
3. School Recycling Initiative
Students designed and implemented a recycling system in their school, educating peers and staff on sustainability while reducing waste significantly over the year.
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