This popular program is sponsored by the YLS Service to the Public Committee and is a way for high school students to connect with attorneys in their community. The program also provides an opportunity for the students to develop written and analytical skills. Each student in the participating class will be paired with a volunteer attorney, and both will be assigned to read the same novel over a 2-3 month period. Volunteers can choose from one of the following five novels:
Orientation will be held on Tuesday, January 7 at 5:30pm at the Standard Insurance Center Atrium Room (900 SW Fifth Ave). If you are unable to attend, we can still get you all of the information you need about the program and students with whom you will be corresponding.
About the Program
The student and attorney will write approximately four letters each, discussing both their lives and interests as well as discussing the portion of the novel that was read that week. By the end of the program, the student and attorney will have developed a mentoring relationship and will have the chance to meet at an informal gathering celebrating the project.
Program-End Celebration
In order to participate in the program, you must be able to attend one of two program-end parties at Parkrose High School in the spring (exact time and date TBD). That's right, a top requirement is celebrating (refreshments are included)!
Sign Up to Participate
To get involved, contact Ryan Moser at ryan@mbabar.org. If you have any questions, contact YLS Service to the Public Committee member Wilson Jarrell at 503.228.0500, wjarrell@barran.com.