Agenda 8:30 - 9:00 Introduction to the program Remind sign up 9:00 - 12:00 Meet your 9th grade GP mentors Excellent & fun mentor training part 1 12:00 - 12:40 Lunch 12:40 - 2:30 Excellent & fun mentor training part 2 Fuel committee work & share out Mentor individual pictures 2:30 - 3:00 Expectation and Enthusiasm 1st Day of School Theme? Summer Session Dates Survey

Time to Join Remind

What is the Connect Program? A program addition to our existing Small Learning Community structure –CONNECT mentors work with 9th graders in a peer-to-peer relationship which promotes inclusivity, school spirit and school connectedness –CONNECT mentors are student helpers who share experiences, knowledge and friendship with 9th graders

What is the Connect Program? A year-long commitment by mentors to support 9th graders as they transition to high school

What is the Connect Program? First day of school Be here early Be enthusiastic Lead indoor and outdoor activities Make it the best first day ever!

What is the Connect Program? Monthly Fuel Sessions Continue to be enthusiastic Continue to be awesome Once a month training, except for September Once a month formal Fuel session Once a month casual drop in

Welcome Focus Training!! Let’s give it up for Lyndsey! Prepare to build your leadership and mentor skills! You will reflect on how to lead your sessions, while building community. Have fun!! r

Lunch - 12:00-12:40pm Pizza in the Little Theater

Fuel Committee Work When planning your Fuel activity, keep in mind the following parameters: Minimize PowerPoint presentations and it should be at the end to recap. Strive for activities that are interactive instead of the “sage on the stage.” No standing in the front of the classroom during activities. Must be in small groups and can come back to whole class to debrief. This is the time when something can be shown on the Smart TV. No electronic devices unless it is needed for an activity. Must have an information sheet that can be posted on the Connect Mentor website. How can you create a community feel and engage the freshmen? Think back to this morning.

Expectations and Enthusiasm Summer training - Select ONE to attend Tuesday 8/21 at 1pm or 4pm Wednesday 8/22 at 10am or 2pm Training will be about 1 and ½ hours long First Day of School - September 4th at 7:45am Wear Connect T-shirt for each Fuel month Attend all monthly Fuel training sessions Maintain high standards of academics and proper behavior befitting a General 1st day of school theme?