GrandAM April 2018 Newsletter
It’s NOT About Play; It's all about RELATIONSHIPS! Sometimes, mentors might see their sessions as
GrandAM March 2018 Newsletter
Understanding Poverty w/ Nan Marquardt March 22nd, 4:30-5:30pm HMK Elementary School Room 141 One of the most important middle class rules is that work and achievement tend to be the driving forces in decision-making. For those living in poverty, though, the driving...
GrandAM February 2018 Newsletter
TRAUMA-INFORMED MENTORING PART 2 w/ Kelly Vagts February 15th 5:30-6:30pm HMK Elementary School A Trauma Lens Part 2: Helping mentors implement a trauma-informed approach with mentees and families.
GrandAM January 2018 Newsletter
January is National Mentoring Month! This is the season to celebrate Moab’s mentors and youth. We also seek to expand opportunities for quality mentoring. Use the dates at left to update your calendar so you don’t miss…
GrandAM December 2017 Newsletter
Mentoring Idea of the Month #1: Make a (Healthy) Meal in a Mug! You need only a few ingredients, supplies, and a microwave (in the teacher’s lounge) to make this delicious recipe. It could also be a great skill for...
Fall 2017 Community Newsletter
Mentoring Adventures! Grand Area Mentoring is a school-based program, and most activities happen on four Moab campuses. Mentors and students may also leave school grounds in small groups for pre-approved field trips. These off-campus mentoring outings provide opportunities to broaden...
GrandAM November 2017 Newsletter
November 3, 2:00-3:00, HMK: Suicide Prevention Training. Please join us for this opportunity to learn how you can possibly save a life.
GrandAM October 2017 Newsletter
Please read your October mentor newsletter for: • Several new and exciting training opportunities (thank you to Nan Marquardt, WabiSabi, and The Synergy Company!) • Pics of mentors and students in action • And an improved idea of the...
GrandAM September 2017 Newsletter
Mentoring Idea #2: Foretell the future! Tap into the magic of positive predicting! Using the art materials in the mentor room, draw a picture of a crystal ball. Decorate it and make it your own, but leave plenty of empty...
GrandAM Summer 2017 Newsletter
How to Help Your Mentee Through the Summer June, July, and August represent a wonderful opportunity to recharge your batteries and break away from the weekly mentoring routine. Volunteers and students often return in September with new verve and closeness....