Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Date

2020

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Education

Department

Leadership & Policy Studies

Committee Chair

Derrick Robinson

Committee Member

Steven Nelson

Committee Member

William Hunter

Committee Member

Joris Ray

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to analyze school based mentorship programs to determine their effectiveness in reducing suspensions and increasing academic outcomes for Black boys. Additionally, this study will determine the positive traits needed to establish strong mentor-mentee relationships that lead to continued success. This study will examine the successful implementation of school-based mentorship program to determine if there has been a positive effect on the educational outcomes for Black boys in urban schools and/or living in poverty. Black boys experience numerous barriers like peer pressure, educator stereotypes, and lack of access to positive male role models. This study was designed to examine the perceived impact of participation in a school-based mentorship program, called The Gentlemens League, on behavioral, academic, and social outcomes for students ages 10-14. The study shared the narratives of Black boys who participated in the school-based mentorship program for a minimum of three years, their parents, and the staff members who served as their mentors. The study identified the characteristics of successful school-based mentoring programs and showed the impact mentorship has on Black boys. Analyses revealed that the Black boys who participated in The Gentlemens League has increased academic, behavioral, and social outcomes because of their participation. The boys also reported that they experienced improvements in their self-confidence and decision making skills, as well as improvements in classroom behavior and academics. Implications for practice and suggestions for further research are provided.

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Data is provided by the student.

Library Comment

Dissertation or thesis originally submitted to ProQuest

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