Mentoring Coordinator Report – Lynden Middle School – February 2021
Coordinator Report - Lynden Middle School February 2021 Program Update Students and staff are now getting used to the “Hybrid” schedule we are currently on. This schedule has allowed me to connect every pair but one IN-PERSON, which has been a great success. Also,...
BTO Snapshot – Mentors on campus again
Please join us in welcoming our newest Be the One sponsor! Sponsors make three year commitments, ensuring that our kids have ongoing access to mentors in our communities. "We are happy to support a program that fosters relationships with students through mentorship....
Mentoring Coordinator Report – Lynden Christian – February 2021
Lynden Christian High School Be The One Mentoring Program February 2021 STORIES TO SHARE/ GENERAL UPDATE: February went quick, but we added our sixth match (first male match) to the bunch! I have been waiting so patiently to match this mentor to the right student, and...
Mentoring Coordinator Report – Lynden High School – February 2021
BTO Coordinator Report Lynden High School February 2021 Lifelong connections: Three mentors reached out to share with me about connections with their students which have been going on long after graduation with students in college and in their early 20’s. It’s...
Mentoring Coordinator Report – Nooksack – February 2021
Nooksack Valley High School & Middle School Be The One Coordinator Report February 2021 Stories & snippets The excitement of being able to (virtually) add new match was met with the challenge of a student choosing to not turn on their camera and answer only...
Mentoring Coordinator Report – Ferndale – February 2021
Ferndale High School Monthly Report February 2021 Stories to share: Students are back on Campus! I saw so many students for the first time in 10 months! Now that many students are back at school with a hybrid schedule, I sought out students who have only been...
Bridge or a Barrier? – March 8th Mentoring Minute
Is your phone more of a bridge or a barrier to the people around you? Welcome back to the March Mentor Minute! This month, we're focusing on the impact that screens and devices have on Gen Z, and how we as mentors can help teach/model a healthier approach to screen...
Thank you to Exact Scientific Services
Thank you for your investment in our local students! "We are happy to support a program that fosters relationships with students through mentorship. When someone feels valued and supported, the possibilities are endless!" Check out and Support Exact Scientific...
Gen-Z Screen Time? – March 1st Mentoring Minute
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Feb 22nd Mentoring Minute – Gen Z?
Welcome back to the Mentoring Minute for the month of February! Last week, we briefly looked at the need students have today for deep, relational connectedness. They need adults in their lives who are willing to listen and learn and walk with them through the high's...
February 2021 – BTO Snapshot
Checking the pulse: We recently spent time with every superintendent and most principals in the schools where BTO is present. Each one expressed their deep gratitude for the great community support of BTO. They shared their hearts for the varying needs of many...
Feb 15th Mentoring Minute – helping students
One of the biggest impacts is seen in the increasing numbers of students dealing with feelings of anxiety and loneliness. ONE STUDENT EXPLAINS: "Why Mentoring?" While facing a number of challenges in academics and life, Jeremy enjoys having...
Lynden High School – January 2021
A few highlights: Another mentor student pair from last year finally have an appointment to meet in person this next week. They have had some email and snail mail exchanges in the past few months, but really wanted to get together in person. We now have a date that...
Feb 8th Mentoring Minute – realities of trauma
8 out of 10 young adults indicated that they had at least one experience that caused them trauma. This month, we're taking a closer look at the importance of resilience as we mentor students. Resilience has always been an important quality for students to learn and...
Valentine’s Fundraiser!
Graze & Gather and Samson Estates Winery will donate 20% of your purchase to Be the One! Graze & Gather's "Be Mine" Valentines Box This box feeds 2-4 and includes: 3 artisan cheeses, 2 charcuterie meats,...
Our local schools and Be the One
We are proud of these letters we've received from the local schools. Nooksack Valley School District Lynden School District Ferndale School District
Ferndale High School Monthly Report January 2021
Stories to share: A handful of mentors are regularly sending emails to their student mentee with no responses back. These mentors know that their mentee reads them, so they continue to send out weekly or bi-weekly messages. There was a higher volume of email...
Nooksack Valley High School & Middle School – Report January 2021
Stories & snippets Following the Student Voices mentor training A NV mentor connected with a mentor from another school district and shared ideas and experiences. From a recent conversation with a student “Whether or not this COVID is true people are dying.”...
Coordinator Report – Lynden Christian High School – January 2021
STORIES TO SHARE/ GENERAL UPDATE: One match at a time BTO at LCHS continues to grow! When I started this job in August I really wasn’t sure what to expect, but I am consistently encouraged by the excitement of the LC staff and community. I am excited to get to...
Coordinator Report – Lynden Middle School January 2021
Program Update In January, students at Lynden Middle School went back to a hybrid schedule. This schedule provided new opportunities to engage with more students for the program. Also, 21 out of 22 mentoring pairs are now meeting in-person and I have even made some...
Mentor Equipping “Student Voices” Panel
Hear directly from our student panel as they share about school during COVID, how mentoring supports them, and what they plan to do in the future. Lynden, Ferndale, and Nooksack mentees represent. Open Q and A session to follow. https://youtu.be/syBq8K_w45s
Nooksack Valley Middle and High School, December 2020
Stories & snippets – During December (most) students continued with virtual learning. As we look to January we are hoping for a soon (modified) return to campus for most students. New matching continues. By word-of-mouth we continue to connect with potential new...
Lynden Middle School, December 2020
Program Update The month of December was very encouraging despite the year we have all had! Students and mentors have been meeting more in-person lately and this is really good for the mentoring relationships. Looking ahead to January the hope is possibly making...
Ferndale High School – December 2020
Stories to share: Now I know! I still have not connected with a couple students yet. It is a hard place to be when you don’t know why they aren’t responding to your emails or why you cannot reach the family by phone. Your mind tends to think of the worst-case...