Mentoring Idea of the Month #2: Talk about emotions! In her 2020 book on youth mentoring, Older and Wiser, researcher Jean Rhodes writes: “…left untreated, many of the early social, emotional, behavioral, and academic struggles that emerge in childhood and adolescence grow more complicated and difficult to resolve. One solution is for youth to first [...]
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 has weak emotional regulation strategies. These children are at risk of falling farther and farther behind [...]
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 guacamole Any type of veggie with cheese and summer sausage 1/4 sliced granny smith apple, snap [...]
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 better future, and recognizing the unique value of each student. Part one and two were popular! [...]
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 so many challenges to so many. The needs of our young people haven’t been put on [...]
(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 from top to bottom, and she can even bring you behind the scenes to get a [...]
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 of success, a connection with a responsible adult might make the difference between failing and feeling [...]
(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 the same. When returning bikes, please lock the helmets too. Bring your own bike and helmet, [...]
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 Zoom for this short SafeSchools.com’s 24-minute CYBERBULLYING TRAINING October 21st @ 5pm, via Zoom, link below! [...]
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 status requirements Symptom Checks Meeting protocols (for example: wearing masks, community-based mentoring for 6th graders, and [...]