Mentor Coordinator Report
Stories & Quotes To Share:
One of the best parts of the mentor program is hearing the sweet stories that come from mentor-mentee connections. Most of our matches were excited to see each other again after the summer, and one pair has already started reading a book together! After their second meeting, the mentee asked their mentor, “Do you have to go? Can’t you stay longer?” Another student mentioned it is nice to have someone in their corner who shows up for them. Moments like these these are such a wonderful reminder to the meaningful relationships being built and the positive impact these connections can have.
Highlights:
9/14: Mentor Coordinator Training
9/16: New Mentor Orientation (3 new mentors signed up)
9/19 :September Fest
Mentors began meeting with their mentees during the second week of September, and it was wonderful to see how excited so many were to reconnect and catch up after the summer. It’s always special to witness the strong bonds that have developed between mentors and mentees and see how much they enjoy spending time together. We also welcomed several new mentor-mentee
matches, and it was great to hear that everyone had a positive and enjoyable first
meeting!
We are also excited to introduce a New Hospitality Committee this year! The committee will help plan and coordinate quarterly events for our mentors and mentees throughout the year. We already have 5 mentors who have expressed interest in helping with the events, and we’re looking forward to the ideas, energy, and enthusiasm they will bring to the program to create community within our program. I am excited for a fun year of connection, community and meaningful experiences for everyone involved.
Upcoming:
October 1 st – FHS Open House- BTO will have a table show casing our program
Oct. 2- New Mentor Orientation 9-11am at FHS
Oct. 10- Homecoming Dance
Program Numbers:
34 Matches
6 students waiting
7 mentors waiting
Number of Current Matches: 34
Submitted by Erin Gunder – Erin.Gunter@ferndalesd.org