Mentoring Together
At Terry Redlin, Cleveland, and Anne Sullivan elementary schools, too many students are waiting for a mentor. At the start of the 2025-2026 school year, there were more than 1,000 mentors serving Sioux Falls school district students, yet only about 50 were matched in these three schools combined.
- Who We Are: A collaborative initiative between the Helpline Center, Teammates, LSS, and the Sioux Falls School District to increase mentoring at three Sioux Falls elementary schools.
- What: Mentors are supportive adults who meet with their mentee one-on-one to play games, make crafts, and be a listening ear.
- Where: Anne Sullivan, Cleveland, and Terry Redlin elementary schools
- When: Meet with your mentee weekly for about 40 minutes during lunch, recess, or after school.
Take the Next Step
You don’t need special skills or extra experience, just a willingness to show up. Apply using the links below or reach out to Jenna, our Mentor Recruiter, for additional support.
Contact Us
Jenna Lilyquist, Mentor Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator
Call or text: 605-601-1552
Email: jenna.lilyquist@helplinecenter.org
Want to learn more about becoming a mentor before taking the leap? Sign up for one of our school tours!
Cleveland Elementary Principal Stacy Stefani shares:
“It helps build their confidence, really, just to have a buddy there, just somebody that’s consistent that comes, they show up, they do things with them”
