More Than Tutoring –
Become a Crossover Mission Mentor
At Crossover Mission, we’re building a family—a community that lifts up young student athletes through positive guidance, mentorship, and shared experiences. Our academic mentoring program is more than just tutoring or homework help. It’s a unique, one-on-one partnership based on trust, designed to meet the individual needs of each student, helping them to achieve their full potential. As a mentor, you provide a student with a steady, reliable relationship, helping them grow academically and personally, and guiding them toward a bright future.
Our program takes place Monday through Thursday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., with occasional weekend events. During these hours, our student athletes, ages 10-18, engage in both academic support and athletic training, which is an essential part of our year-round Crossover schedule. Through summer months, we shift the focus from daily academics to life-enriching activities, mentoring, and real-world experiences that open students’ eyes to new possibilities in education and careers. Summer at Crossover transforms idle time into purpose-driven moments that shape our students’ dreams and aspirations.
Two Key Components: Academics and Athletics
Crossover Mission integrates academics and athletics to create a balanced approach to youth development. During the school year, our program emphasizes these two components, providing the structure and positive reinforcement young people need to thrive. As a mentor, you’ll be part of a family-centered culture that fosters growth mindsets, character development, etiquette, and confident self-expression, as well as exposure to broader opportunities.
Motivating Students through Belonging
For many of our students, the desire to belong and feel accepted drives their success. Inconsistent or unstable environments can often leave young people feeling lost. At Crossover, we counter this by providing consistency, reliable role models, and a culture of excellence that nurtures the intrinsic motivation kids need to excel. With basketball and other athletic programs as a natural draw, our student athletes learn the values of hard work, commitment, and perseverance within a community they trust and respect.
Creating a Positive Force for Good
Our students are resilient, with strong personalities and the potential to succeed, but many face difficult circumstances. They need a powerful force for good—a community that guides them with love, respect, and acceptance.
Crossover Mission is that family, providing a safe, structured environment where young people can achieve, feel valued, and belong.
As a mentor, you’re part of this life-changing journey, helping to inspire, guide, and support the next generation.
Volunteer Needs
For questions or to learn more, contact Academic Manager and Volunteer Coordinator, Beth Ratliff at 772.217.5820 or [email protected].