Rewards for Growth Many mentees struggle in one or more domains. For example, a teacher might recommend a child for mentoring because the student skips school twice a week, displays antisocial behavior, completes few assignments, maintains few friendships, or...
Snack Ideas for Stable Blood Sugar Provide healthy and stabilizing stacks to your mentee. Here are some ideas to get you going! Veggies dipped in hummus, guacamole, tahini, black bean dip, or olive tapenade Plantain chips or crackers with...
Strength-Based Mentoring PART 3! a live training (via Zoom) with Charlie Appelstein! During this session on February 23rd, Charlie will discuss a new array of strategies to help your mentee thrive, focused on being positive, looking ahead toward a...
January – National Mentoring Month This month, the nation celebrates mentoring in all its forms. You deserve thanks for persevering in one of humankind’s most important practices – guiding the next generation. This has been a tough year, offering...
(Community-based) mentoring idea of the month: Visit the Moab Museum! Schedule a private tour at the Moab Museum with Mary Langworthy! Discover the unique history of our amazing region, from ancient to the recent past. Mary knows the place...
Heroes Don’t Stop The coronavirus pandemic has affected us all. Now remember that life was already hard for some. It has only gotten harder. Many families are struggling to stay healthy and hopeful. For a child on the brink...
(Community-based) mentoring idea of the month #1: Bikes! During the pandemic, community-based mentors and mentees (in grades 6 through 12) can be outside and explore the community via bicycle! Youth must wear helmets, and mentors are encouraged to do...
Creating a Culture of Care October is Bullying Prevention Month. We all play a role in establishing a culture of respect and inclusion. One of the first things to do? Educate ourselves about the problem! Please join us via...
Grand Area Mentoring’s COVID-Safe Plan Welcome to the 2020/2021 academic year! We face unprecedented times. Mentor health and the health of children and families are Grand Area Mentoring’s top priorities. The program’s plan to keep everyone safe includes: Health...
Mentoring in Moab COVID-19 Update COVID-19 has changed our world. Schools are closed. Public gatherings are no-nos. Stress and anxiety levels rise. In-person mentoring has been suspended almost everywhere. This leaves many youth across the country without crucial regular...