January is National Mentoring Month. The Blue Valley School District would like to thank all the volunteers and YouthFriends who mentor students for their efforts and dedication to Blue Valley schools. Mentors work alongside Blue Valley's dedicated staff to make Education Beyond Expectations a reality for Blue Valley students. Pictured is Indian Valley Elementary mentor, MaryAnn Connelly, who volunteers one morning a week.

If you or someone you know would like to volunteer in Blue Valley schools, please contact Gwen Farmer, coordinator of community partnerships, at (913) 239-4232.