volunteer with us!
Our SHE and Generation Next youth programs are always seeking dedicated volunteers and mentors to support our students both in and outside the classroom! If you're interested in discussing opportunities such as personal pathways to college or trade schools, tutoring, the arts, nutrition, hygiene, financial literacy and more with our students, please fill out this form.
generation next
Generation Next, a program of Community Action Lehigh Valley, is a college readiness, access, and completion program created to correct disparities in education. Our program works with students to achieve college admission, integrate into college life, and complete a post-secondary program or trade focus.
Generation Next students receive programming within their high school classrooms to develop the essential skills used to navigate high school and college while building a better understanding of themselves.
To become a mentor, lead a workshop, or be a guest speaker for SHE or Generation Next, contact: astarner@caclv.org
Are you interested in mentoring?
We are seeking dedicated mentors to guide and inspire Generation Next high school students as they navigate their personal pathways and college journeys. As a mentor, you would meet with your mentee 1-2 times a year, or more if you choose, to provide guidance, support, and encouragement as they manage life’s challenges. You’ll need to complete required clearances and participate in training on mandated reporting and implicit bias to ensure a positive and meaningful mentorship experience.
You can mentor as few as one student or take on multiple, depending on your availability. Ideally, mentors will begin working with a high school senior and continue supporting them through their college journey, from their senior year of high school to their senior year of college. Make a lasting impact on a student’s life—sign up today using the link below!
We're looking for job shadow hosts!
We are seeking companies and individuals interested in hosting our Generation Next students for their first-ever job shadow experience! Date TBD, early 2025 (between 8 AM to 2 PM), Generation Next students will have the chance to explore a day in the life of a career that aligns with their interests. Students will complete a questionnaire and reflection paper as part of the experience and will be responsible for providing their own transportation and lunch. Career interests include fields such as medical, marketing, cybersecurity, project management, finance, engineering, psychology, and more.
Help us ensure every Generation Next student has this valuable opportunity by signing up to host today! For more information or to get involved, please contact our Gen Next Coordinator, Amanda Starner, at astarner@caclv.org.
Eligibility
Students must meet the requirement of being a first-generation college student.
Generation Next currently serves high school students in the Bethlehem Area School District and Easton Area School District. Interested students should contact their school's Guidance Counselor.
in the classroom
Our Generation Next program features:
College Visits
One-On-One Mentoring
Guest Speakers
SAT Prep
FASFA Form Assistance
Student Led Conversations
Mentoring SHE Students
Job and Internship Networking
