Adopt A Class

There's still time to register your foursome for our annual Golf Outing! ⛳️

Join us Friday, June 12 at Great Parks The Mill Course for a fun day on the green while supporting local students and connecting with fellow community leaders. Register and secure your hole sponsorship: www.aacmentors.org/golf-outing.

Thank you to Fifth Third Bank, our title sponsor, and to BGR, Dinsmore & Shohl, and Home City Ice! This event wouldn't be possible without their support.

Today's Mentor Spotlight is The Shepherd Chemical Company!

Shepherd Chemical joined AAC in 2023 as the inaugural mentor team to launch our program in 5th grade at Sharpsburg Elementary School in Norwood City School District . This year, they expanded their impact with an additional mentor team, The Shepherd Color Company, which now mentors a 5th grade class at Brookwood Elementary School in Hamilton City School District. Together, the two teams have impacted more than 100 students through mentorship and career-connected learning experiences.

Most recently, Shepherd Chemical mentors welcomed their students to their Norwood chemical plant for a behind-the-scenes look at the industry. Students toured the facility, learned about careers in manufacturing, and participated in hands-on stations that focused on chemistry, production, maintenance, and forklift operations. They also used formulas to create the correct color as a chemist, worked together to identify and assemble metal parts, and even participated in a motorized mini forklift race.

Thank you, Shepherd Chemical, for a great school year. We are so grateful for your support!