QC Parent Mentor Program

06/22/2026

📣 Calling all Parent Mentors and anyone in our community able to join and learn with us! 📣

We have a 4 part training series on Conscious Discipline starting tomorrow at 9am!

Please send us a message or reach out to your school's coordinator for more details on this amazing training opportunity...it's virtual and absolutely free!

We hope to see you there! 🌱🧠🫶

06/21/2026

❣️ Happy Father’s Day!!!❣️

06/16/2026

Check out these two great events happening this Saturday, June 20th:

🌍 World Relief’s “World Refugee Day”~

🎉 Akwaaba’s “Community Navigators
Annual Celebration”~

Both events are free!! More details in the flyers. Make sure to stop by our “Parent Mentor Program” table at each event to say hello 👋 🥰

World Relief Quad Cities
Akwaaba QC

06/13/2026

Congratulations Melissa Gravert 👏 This is well deserved 💗
We appreciate all your care and dedication to our Parent Mentors, as well~ especially grateful for all the English Learning support classes you provide for our program and our community 🫶

Melissa Gravert, director of educational outreach for WQPT PBS at Western Illinois University, has been named a 2026 Women of Influence honoree by the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal.

➡️ Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/4v9ZwtJ

06/08/2026

Thank you for having us! We appreciate all that the Kiwanis Club does for our community 💖 Please check them out and follow them on Facebook for more information on how to get involved with their mission!!

A big thank you to the WIU-QC Parent Mentor Program for speaking at our weekly meeting and sharing the incredible impact they make in our schools and communities.

Through their partnership with local schools, Parent Mentors support teachers, work one-on-one and in small groups with students, and help strengthen connections between families and education. Their commitment to engaging, uplifting, and empowering families creates meaningful opportunities for student success both inside and outside the classroom.

We appreciate all they do to support students, teachers, and our community! 💜

06/05/2026

🎊 On May 22nd, we gathered for our annual “End of Year Celebration”—a special event dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of our incredible Parent Mentors! 👏✨

We are grateful to the many supporters who joined us: our workshop presenters, superintendents, principals, teachers, school administrators, friends, and family members. Your encouragement and support help make this program a success! 🫂

We are proud of all the Parent Mentors serving in our 10 participating schools across 3 Illinois school districts. Thank you for the positive impact you make in our community every day! ❤️

East Moline School District #37
Moline-Coal Valley School District
Rock Island-Milan School District 41

05/28/2026

🗣️Introducing the amazing men of the QC Parent Mentor Program! 🎉

These incredible individuals have stepped up to serve as positive and irreplaceable role models for the students in our community. Their dedication, encouragement, and impact deserve a huge round of applause! 👏👏

Please join us in recognizing:

🌟 Ki Mang; Jane Addams~~
Ki works full time but still shows up everyday and always goes above and beyond! Everywhere he goes he brings a smile and a willing attitude. He has been a huge help with the school garden project 🪏🪴

🌟 Michael O’Brien; Jane Addams~~
Mike graciously volunteers his time without receiving a stipend. He was a huge support during a special persons Christmas event this past year. He is very committed and always gives more than expected! 🫂

🌟 Paul Tillema; Roosevelt~~
Mr. T also volunteers without a stipend. His goal is to make every child feel seen and know that they are amazing, loved, & worthy of being here! He has a special place in the hearts of the kids by being an extraordinary role model~~ In the words of a 5th grader, “Mr. T is a chill guy.” 😎

🌟Tony Carpenter; Coordinator at Logan~~
Tony creates a positive and welcoming environment everywhere he goes! He inspires confidence in the students & makes a lasting impact on those around him 💯

🌟 Robert Hamilton; Coordinator at Glenview~~
Robert is truly dedicated and compassionate in all that he does. He consistently goes the extra mile and pours his heart into supporting both the students and the Parent Mentor Program. His willingness to serve others make him such a valued part of our community! 💓

🌟 Rolando Gonzalez; Director~~
Rolando leads with patience, kindness, and encouragement. He is tech savvy, well organized, and speaks with both heart and professionalism. He’s an important part of the Parent Mentor Program community! 👏

05/25/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and heartfelt Memorial Day as we remember and honor those who served ❤️🇺🇸

05/22/2026

We cordially invite all members of our community to join us tomorrow for our “End of Year Celebration” as we recognize and celebrate our incredible QC Parent Mentors! 💜💛🎊

This special ceremony honors the countless hours, hard work, and dedication our Parent Mentors have given throughout the school year while supporting the students and teachers! 🫶

05/20/2026

🎉 If you’re looking for a family-friendly event~~ come check out the “Attendance Celebration” at Wilson on Tuesday, May 26 from 5 to 7 PM!

Extra bonus, you’ll get to spend the evening with our amazing Parent Mentor Coordinator Ms. A {aka: Tresa Andrews} who has teamed up with United Way Quad Cities and Woodrow Wilson Middle School to bring this fun evening. 🥰 🎊

Congratulations Wilson Wildcats on another successful year! 🙌