High School Peer Mentors

The exchange between the peer mentors and the campers is what brings success, encouragement, and joy to everyone who attends TLC TNT. The peer mentor experience for high school students brings a sense of belonging in their community, especially considering the positive results it brings to the campers and their families.

What It Means to Be a Mentor

Peer mentors provide support, guidance, conflict resolution, and model responsible behavior for the day camp experience. Our high school peer mentors collectively make decisions about camp and make suggestions about how to run camp more efficiently during after-camp meetings. The mentoring program continues beyond summer camp by helping support the peer mentors in staying actively engaged in their communities and schools.

We are proud to have peer mentor counselors from the following high schools: Roosevelt HS, Lincoln HS, De La Salle Catholic School, Franklin HS, Benson HS, St. Mary’s Academy, Madison HS, Ridgefield HS, Floyd Light HS, Hudson’s Bay HS, and Holy Cross Catholic School.

A Day in the Life of a TLC TNT Mentor

Meet Our Mentors

Mariano - Mariano is a new counselor who is going into his final year of high school. For how young Mariano is compared to others he has an impressive amount of leadership skills. He is very social and engages well with all his peers.

“Lots of kids at the end of the week did not want the week to end because of the fun they were having and the chance to make new friends. I think that’s an amazing feeling to give to kids and I am proud to be part of program to give them such a positive feeling."

Michael - Michael is a junior at Roosevelt High School and is an eager learner. He jumps to help at any new opportunities and is a valuable leader with TLC.

"It started when I was a camper 5 years ago. I always wanted to become a counselor when I was older. Two years ago, I made that happen and became one. Being a counselor has made me such a happier person. Each day I meet a new camper is a great day. TLC has helped me stay out of trouble and become responsible. I hope to have made an impact on a few campers' lives this summer. Meeting campers sure has made an impact on my life."

Juan - Juan is a junior at Roosevelt High School with a talent for organizing arts and crafts activities.

"Something that I gain from TLC is leadership, and stepping up and knowing that you can make a difference in someone else's life. I've also learned from TLC that it's good to to step out of your comfort zone."

Jodecy - Jodecy is a senior who TLC can count on to support at every community service event. His help is always appreciated!

"TLC helps me get into a good college, it gives me a job, and it also helps keep kids in school. TLC gives a bonding experience in which you must learn to work with others, respect others, and listen carefully to instructions and surroundings. The reason you must use teamwork is you need to rely on each other so the kids will remain safe, calm, and happy."