Escambia
County Public Schools
What is a
Mentee?
men·tee
/’men tee’/
noun
a person who is guided by a mentor
SYNONYMS:
learner, scholar, student, trainee, apprentice, pupil, achiever, dreamer
0 Students
Successfully serviced since 1995
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Middle & High
School Students
School Students
Attending 814 Florida Public Schools
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Postsecondary
Scholars
Scholars
Attending Florida’s 40 public colleges and universities
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Mentors
Take Stock mentors have collectively completed 3,145,860 volunteer mentor hours.
$0 Million
Florida Prepaid Foundation Projects STARS College Scholarships
484 Students
Students served across Escambia County since 2001
484
Middle & High
School Students
School Students
Students served across Escambia County since 2001
190+
Postsecondary
Scholars
Scholars
At Florida public colleges & universities
142
Active Mentors
Active volunteer mentors in the county
$3.2 Million
Scholarship dollars supporting Escambia County students
Program Impact
2024–25 Accountability Report
Click HereWhat is a Take Stock Scholar?
- A motivated student committed to academic success
- A student who shows determination, leadership potential, and a desire for a brighter future
- Crime-free and drug-free
What does a Take Stock Scholar receive?
- A caring mentor who believes in them and their goals
- Academic and college-readiness support throughout school
- A 4-year college tuition scholarship after high school graduation
- A new laptop upon high school graduation
- Access to resources, workshops, and opportunities to grow
- The support of local Take Stock staff
How do I become a Take Stock Scholar?
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Complete an online application.
- Select Escambia County and press NEXT.
- Both student AND parent/guardian must complete personal statements. Make sure they’re written by you — we want the real you, not AI!
- Submit your most recent tax return.
What commitment do Take Stock scholars make?
- Maintain a 2.0 GPA
- Meet with their mentor 30-45 minutes during the school day each week; minimum 15 sessions per school year
- Stay in communication with their mentor and College Readiness Coach throughout the school year.
- Participate in required program events
- Stay on track academically
Featured Scholar
⭐ Scholar Spotlight: Khale ⭐
“It is truly my honor to be Khale’s mentor. I’m excited to see the incredible person she grows into and I can’t wait to watch her succeed in life. I look forward to our weekly sessions more than she knows. They make Fridays all the better.”
Q: What are your goals after high school graduation?
My goals for after high school are to become a doctor of some sort.
Q: What’s your favorite subject and why?
My favorite subject is math because it’s easy to me.
Q: What’s your favorite hobby or activity outside of school?
My favorite hobby outside of school is softball.
Khale is our Scholar of the Month. She currently earned all As last quarter. We are proud to celebrate her hard work and dedication!
We are so proud of our scholars and their accomplishments. Each spotlight reminds us of the bright futures ahead and the difference mentoring and support can make.