October 15, 2026
MentorPRO Announces the Renewal of its Partnership with LEAP for Education
“LEAP for Education is one of the clearest examples of what intentional, long-arc mentoring can do for young people who are working hard to build a life of choice. We are honored to continue supporting their team and their students,” said Jean Rhodes, PhD, Co-founder of MentorPRO. Read the full press release here.
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August 25, 2026
LEAP for Education gives teens hands-on experience in diverse industries
Link to full article by Michael McHugh in the Salem News
July 1, 2026
Future Shock: The Crisis in Career Navigation
Read the full report here.
June 8, 2026
America After 3PM Special Summer report, “The Summer Struggle for Everyday Families: Affording the Opportunities Parents Want for Youth.”
LEAP for Education—which stands for Learn, Explore, Aspire, Pursue—offers a Summer Work Program that provides 60 high school students in Salem and Lynn, Massachusetts, with a six week paid opportunity to jumpstart their futures. Through networking and mentorship, career readiness training, and project-based learning, the program delivers a variety of career-connected experiences to equip young people with the essential skills needed to succeed in their steps beyond high school. Read the full report here and be sure to check out the full feature on LEAP on
April 30, 2026
LEAP of faith
LYNN — After 24 years of leading LEAP for Education, founder Linda Saris is retiring. Kayla Dorst will take over the helm as executive director starting in July and will bring a new vision for how the program can continue to empower and educate youth living in both Lynn and Salem. Read the full article in the Itemlive by Deyscha Smith here.
