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ASPIRE Mentor Program

In the Salem-Keizer School District we are determined to create a strong career & college going culture in our high schools. Salem-Keizer school District has embraced the State of Oregon’s ASPIRE program that offers education, support and mentoring opportunities for all students. The ASPIRE program helps educate Oregon students to become career and college-ready. ASPIRE offers education, resources, and mentoring opportunities for all students. Student supports include 1:1 and group mentoring, activities or events focusing on career exploration, military, trades, college research, admissions applications, scholarships, and financial aid.

College and Career Coaches will work with students to offer materials, resources, and support for your student to create a post-secondary plan. We desire all students are confident about their future plans.  

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Meet Your Mentors!

  • Candy Gamboa - Military (Army) and FAFSA
  • Thomas Bennett - Military (Airforce) and chaplaincy
  •  Victoria Moreland - High Flyers and essay writing
  • Jennifer Palanuk - Volunteering
  • Derek Gilbert - Financial and Fire Science
  • Grace Warde - Medical (PA)
  • Bethany Shelton - Christian Ministry
  • Daniel Rivera - Military (Army)
  • Zach Hill - Tutor

Contact your College & Career Coach to meet with a Mentor!

College & Career Coach

Shelly Warde

Titles: College & Career Coach
Email:
Phone Numbers:
School: 503-399-5533