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first_reported: 2026-11-12 18:00 CST
updated: 2026-11-12 18:00 CST
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# Fort Worth nonprofit Academy 4 pairs fourth graders with mentors

Academy 4 has paired fourth graders with adult mentors for 15 years. The program has been credited with reducing truancy and discipline issues.

Section: [Schools](/dallas-fort-worth/section/life.md) · Entities: [Academy 4](/dallas-fort-worth/wiki/academy-4.md)

## Coverage

- [Fort Worth Report](https://fortworthreport.org/2026/11/12/fort-worth-nonprofit-provides-mentors-for-fourth-graders-nationwide/), 2026-11-12 18:00 CST: Fort Worth nonprofit provides mentors for fourth graders nationwide

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