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Once the program is off and running, Program Mangers (PMs) and managers shift their focus to pair relationship development and program engagement. During program delivery, this means ensuring that pairs are: Developing a strong personal relations...
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Below is a sample email sent as a follow-up to anyone who attended an info session at a corporate partner. Attendees names and emails are collected through a sign up sheet. We've found that briefly restating the common goal and clearly pointing atte...
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There are several categories of work that drive collaborative and mutually beneficial school partnerships in the iMentor model. The below responsibilities are essential to building and maintaining successful partner site relationships, and can be as...
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Grants from foundations, government programs, and corporations are important sources of funding to support your iMentor program. The following article provides sample language as well as tips for preparing and writing proposals . Sample...
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Last Updated: 01/27/2017
in 10. Preparing to Transition Grade 12 - Preparing to Transition
In this lesson, mentees will reflect on and celebrate their experience with iMentor during high school and the relationships they have built with their mentors.
Facilitation note: As this is the last ...
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Below are talking points for mid-year calls that program coordinators make to low performing mentors in the middle of the academic year. Note: These are used in our iMentor NYC program and so some information may not be relevant to your program. ...
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Non-cognitive skills are a fundamental aspect of any student’s ability to succeed in high school and in navigating the college access landscape. Non-cognitive skills are equally important in the post-high school world, playing an important role in c...
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Last Updated: 10/06/2020
* Some strategies listed involve a financial cost to implement, so they are categorized by low/no cost and moderate cost. PMs should consult with their manager to procure funding to deploy a strategy if necessary.
Low/No Cost Strategies
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With just a few hours of class a week, college may seem easier than high school, but professors have a completely different set of expectations about the kind of work you do, and they will expect you to do most of it outside of class, without t...
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When mentors do not meet our expectations, Match Intervention is required. Depending on the seriousness of the actions (or inaction), frequency and time of year, Program Managers (PMs) can give mentors official warnings, place mentors on probationa...
