Be Encouraged
Recently a mentor was instrumental in noticing that the student was not herself and voiced her concerns to BTO. School staff were able to take quick action to intervene. The mentor played a huge role in making sure this student did not slip through the cracks. While the student was in the hospital, the mentor was able to drop off something for the family to show her care, concern, and support.

Mentors take time to notice and see needs teachers and staff may miss.

Be Challenged
One of the primary goals of mentoring students is building trust with them. Without their trust, your impact in their lives will never reach it’s full potential. Building trust takes time. So, don’t be discouraged when you don’t see “results” right away. It’s important to go into a mentoring relationship with a long-term perspective. Here are three ways you can build trust with your student:

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Be Encouraged
A mentor came into my office with a question that many mentors have: ” AM I REALLY MAKING A DIFFERENCE? ” When this question is asked I often have the same answer,

” YES, YOU ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF THIS STUDENT! ”

Listening, providing undivided attention, encouragement, being an advocate, and a friend are all keys to a good foundation in the student/mentor relationship.

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Be Encouraged
Earlier this week, I had the new Ferndale coordinator shadowing me when a student came in to meet his mentor. While waiting for his mentor to arrive, I asked if he would like to tell her anything about Be the One. He said:

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