This is the third year for the Student Mentor Program at Western High School.  The program was developed to assist incoming 9th grade students who might find the transition from middle school to high school too much of a challenge.  These students are assigned Study Academy for one class period per day.  During this time, the students are taught the "skills" necessary to be organized, and can receive assistance on class work.  High School staff members also volunteer to "mentor" a student from the Study Academy.  Generally, the 9th grader is already enrolled in one of the mentor teacher's classes.  The mentor teacher tries to assist the student and provide a positive role model for the student.  The program has proven to be a success thanks to the volunteers from the Western High School staff.