Mentor Applications are now closed
​for the 2021-2022 school year!

Fill out the form below to be the first to know when applications open again! Recruitment takes places during the summer.

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Becoming a Primo

​​Becoming a Primo means investing your time and effort to help build a community of young Latinos ready to impact the world!

Primos help guide and motivate young people to become college, career, and life ready by providing them with the tools to develop self-efficacy, a growth mindset, and a commitment to service.

As a Primos mentor, you will be paired with a student for whom you will become a resource and pillar of support.

We will provide extensive training and on-going support alongside a 12 month curriculum to ensure you have all the resources to make your mentorship a success. 

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​2021-2022 School Year

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​We will operate with a hybrid model this school year. We will host in-person and virtual events to provide various participation options while keeping in mind the ongoing pandemic.

Primos will provide ample resources, training and events to ensure mentors & mentees are set up for success.

We are continuing to focus on working with students from the Southeast Dallas area. We will have high school aged mentees from various schools including H.Grady Spruce, Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy, and Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School.

We will individually match Primos to aim for optimal compatibility.

In order to make this a beneficial relationship for everyone, we require a one year commitment from all Primos.
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​Primos Dallas Overview
​Intro to Primos (10mins)
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​Jump to:
What does it take to be Primo? (00:56)
Who are the students? (01:38)
Pairing Primos (02:12)
1 Year Commitment (3:03)
Sample Interactions (03:46)
Document Your Interaction (05:29)
Training & Support (06:02)
12 Month Curriculum (06:59)
How can I contribute? (07:53)

​Frequently Asked Questions

Can current college or grad students be Primos?

Yes, post secondary students can be mentors for the elementary aged students. For high school studets, we would like to provide them with working professionals as mentors.

Are there going to be events for Primos?

Yes, we will host virtual events for the time being. We would love to be able to host in person events but want to be cautious about COVID-19.

Past events have included: game board day, Dallas zoo trip, vision board making session, college exposure fair.

What happens after the year is completed?

​The hope is that you will form a strong bond and relationship with your Primo. We’d love for you to continue your relationship!

How are the parents involved?

Parents give permission for their children to participate in our program and must be consulted for all field trips. Primos are also a resource for families and we will be organizing info sessions for parents to attend (potential topics include financial planning, DACA clinics, etc.)

​Do we have to drive our young Primo places?

​Transportation arrangements should be made on a case by case basis with your Primo and their family.

We Want You!
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Primos Dallas founding members. Back row: Jose Torres, Eli Gonzalez, Diana Herrera, Michelle Neely, Jesus Serrato; Front: Clara Torres, Alicia Serrato, Segio Gonzales

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​Have other questions about Primos?
​Thoughts you'd like to share?
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Email us: info@losprimosdallas.org