First Lady Jessica Doyle travels across the state speaking with ninth grade students who have signed the Wisconsin Covenant. Mrs. Doyle visited a group of students at Plymouth Comprehensive High School in Plymouth, pictured above, to discuss the importance of strong study habits and the benefits of the Wisconsin Covenant.

The Wisconsin Covenant is a promise to all Covenant Students that if they work hard and make the grade, the state will assure a place in a Wisconsin institution of higher education, and a financial aid package based on family need to make it affordable. Mentorship is a crucial component to ensuring the success of Wisconsin’s high school students in preparing for higher education.

Community Connections are programs which link community members to students with the goal of increasing academic achievement. Community Connections use volunteers to work in schools with high school students to enhance key skills such as reading, math, technology, and how to study. Wisconsin is seeking to increase college enrollment and graduation for all students.

Visit the website of the Wisconsin Covenant at http://www.wisconsincovenant.wi.gov/county_resources/ to locate a mentor in your local area.

"The most important gift these mentors can give these special students is the realization that they can be successful and contribute much to our school and community."  Candice Stapleton, Lake Denoon Mentor Program