Therefore, all mentors recruited through this initiative receive a complete background check, are thoroughly screened, and training on mentoring best practices. The Calvert County Mentoring Partnerships was formed in 2005 and is made up of 24 government and non-profit agencies. It expands the vital role that businesses, congregations, families, neighborhoods, schools and youth organizations play in the healthy development of Calvert County’s youth. Quality mentoring has proven to be a critical youth development strategy and stakeholders in the private sector, educational fields, government, juvenile justice system and youth development recognize the need to integrate mentoring as a component to youth and workforce development. It is essential that all Calvert County citizens learn about the importance of mentoring and the impact that corporate and citizen participation can have on helping young people of all circumstances achieve their potential
