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The iMentor Curriculum

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9th Grade Lessons and Events
In the 9th Grade, pairs will build a strong and trusting relationship through self-exploration and honest sharing of values, interests and cultural backgrounds. Pairs will understand and practice a growth mindset by setting and working towards a goa...
10th Grade Lessons and Events
In the 10th Grade, pairs will explore how to grow interests into passions with time and practice, and explore their interests by getting involved in activities and planning summer. Pairs will apply a growth mindset to their academic goals . Students...
10th Grade New Matches
For 10th graders new to the iMentor program, New Matches Phase 0 (Mentee Orientation) and Phase 1 (Becoming a Pair) introduce the values of mentorship and begin to build networking and relationship skills.  Phase 0 is a pre-match phase where st...
SEL - Self-Awareness – Unit 1
SEL - Self-Awareness – Unit 1   This Self-Awareness Unit is created specifically for iMentor Partner Programs. Rooted in the  CASEL framework , students will dig into who they are through the scaffolded creation of a ...
11B Phase 3
Post Secondary Research This phase will occur from March to the end of April. Pairs will identify the key components of match and fit so that they can research and select post-secondary pathways that are strong options for the mentee. An emphasis w...
11B Lessons and Events
In the 11 th Grade, new pairs will build a strong and trusting relationship through self-exploration and honest sharing of values, interests and cultural backgrounds. Pairs will explore potential careers of interest. They will understand the "...
11B Phase 0
Mentee Orientation  This is a pre-match phase which introduces students to the iMentor program, the role of the mentor-mentee, and the way the curriculum and classes support them in this work. This phase prepares students to complete their new...
11B Phase 1
Relationship Development This phase will begin in late October and last until the end of November. Pairs will launch their relationships and begin getting to know one another. Pairs will explore similarities and differences, make connections, and s...
11B Phase 2
Career Exploration This phase will begin in December and last until the end of February. Students will carry out a set of self-reflection activities, with their mentor's support, to better understand their interests, skills and the links betwee...
11B Phase 4
Preparing for the Summer and 12th Grade This phase will begin in May and end in June. This phase acts as a jump start for students on the post-secondary application process. Pairs will (1) finalize their preliminary post-secondary list (2) learn th...
11A Lessons and Events
In the 11 th Grade,  pairs will grow their relationship through self-exploration and honest sharing of values, interests and cultural backgrounds. Pairs will explore potential careers of interest. They will understand the " fit factors &...
11A Phase 1
(Re)Connecting   This phase will last from September to mid October. In this phase, students will (re)connect with their mentors in order to start the year off strong. Mentees and mentors will know the expectations and goals for the year and w...
11A Phase 2
Career Exploration This phase will last from late October to the end of November.  Students will carry out a set of self-reflection activities, with their mentor's support, to better understand their interests, skills and the links between...
11A Phase 3
Post Secondary Research This phase will occur from March to the end of April. Pairs will identify the key components of match and fit so that they can research and select post-secondary pathways that are strong options for the mentee. An emphasis w...
12th Grade Lessons and Events
In the 12th Grade, pairs will strengthen their relationship by collaborating on post-secondary tasks, preparing for their post-secondary lives, and deciding on a best fit post-secondary pathway. Lastly, pairs will see each other as a strong mutual s...
11A Phase 4
Professional Skill Building This phase will begin in mid February and last until mid March. Mentees will identify potential summer opportunities of interest and begin to complete applications. With their mentor’s support, they will work on a ...
12th Grade Phase 1
Preparing for Senior Year Pairs will be re-acquainted with the program. They'll work collaboratively to re-engage and build excitement for the 12th grade. Pairs will revisit the mentee’s career interests and understand how these career in...
12th Grade Phase 2
Crafting My Applications Pairs will work on post-secondary applications. Every mentee will apply to at least one college and, if they are interested in non-college options, to at least one other post-secondary pathway. Students must be able to iden...
11A Phase 5
Preparing for the Summer and the 12th Grade This phase will last from the end of March to early June. This phase acts as a jump start for students on the post-secondary application process. Students will finalize their preliminary post-secondary li...
12th Grade Phase 3
Building and Growing Career Connections Pairs will explore how connections and networks can lead to career opportunities. They will map their current networks and think about when and how we all need to ask for support. Mentees will learn about pro...
12th Grade Phase 4
Choosing My Path  Pairs will work towards reviewing the mentee’s post-secondary options and analyzing the pros and cons of each option. Pairs will focus on financial aid and reading award letters to support the mentee in making a fiscall...
11B New Platform Lessons
Phase 0 Mentee Orientation  This is a pre-match phase which introduces students to the iMentor program, the role of the mentor-mentee, and the way the curriculum and classes support them in this work. This phase prepares students to complete...
12th Grade Phase 5
Making My Transition  Mentees will identify the steps necessary to transition from high school to their post-secondary pathway. With their mentor’s support, they will think through individuals they can turn to for assistance in the compl...
11B MVP Curriculum
1.8 Goal Setting  SWBAT set one personal and one academic goal for the year and ask their mentor for specific support around achieving these goals. Presentation Lesson Plan Phase 2 - Career Exploration This phase will ...