SPECTRUM GUARDIANS
Building Inclusion, One Friendship at a Time.
High School Volunteers needed to Mentor ASD Students
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Spectrum Guardians is a student-powered community initiative that empowers high-school students to mentor elementary children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
One Hour a Week. A Lifetime of Impact.
Our after-school sessions pair volunteers with ASD students for reading, games, and social time—building friendships for the kids and leadership for the mentors .
TIME: 2:45 – 3:45 PM at preferred elementary school
MEET OUR TEAM
MEET OUR TEAM
SIDDHARTH KARNATI (Founder)
SIDDHARTH KARNATI (Founder)
A compassionate Junior High student in Clarksburg High. He founded Spectrum Guardians, a youth-led initiative connecting high school mentors with children on the autism spectrum.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
Sid Seeda (Clarksburg High), Avirish Adimulam (Poolesville HS), Atharva Davu (Damascus HS), Amit Dasari (CHS) & more
Why Volunteer with US?
Why Volunteer with US?
At Spectrum Guardians, your one hour a week doesn’t just change lives—it opens doors for your own future.
🎓 SSL Hours – Every hour counts toward your graduation requirement.
🏆 Minimum commitment: Only 10 volunteer hours. Optional to continue further. Earn a Certificate of Service.
🚀 Internships – Top volunteers get nominated for exclusive internships with partner organizations.
Become a Spectrum Guardian and help build a community of inclusion, compassion, and friendship.
Spectrum Guardians
Spectrum Guardians
are
are
An embrace of belonging,
An embrace of belonging,
A path of guidance,
A path of guidance,
A spirit of care.
A spirit of care.
LEAD
& INSPIRE
Be a role model while building lasting friendships
MAKE A
DIFFERENCE
Earn SSL hours & create meaningful connections
ONCE
A WEEK
Just one hour after school can change a child’s day
Our Commitment
Our Commitment
Spectrum Guardians is a student-led nonprofit initiative dedicated to inclusion and friendship for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The program concept and materials are protected intellectual property, ensuring the integrity of our mission and allowing us to grow responsibly while staying true to our founding vision.
OUR CORE VALUES
OUR CORE VALUES
INCLUSION
INCLUSION
We welcome every child and volunteer as a valued member of the Spectrum Support family. By embracing diverse abilities and perspectives, we create a community where everyone feels they belong and differences are celebrated as strengths.
COMPASSION
COMPASSION
Empathy drives all that we do. From encouraging words to patient listening, we approach every interaction with understanding and kindness, ensuring that each student feels supported, respected, and safe
FRIENDSHIPS
FRIENDSHIPS
Meaningful connections are at the heart of our mission. High-school mentors and elementary students share activities and laughter that blossom into genuine friendships, building confidence, joy, and a sense of community that lasts well beyond each session.
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